Subsequent Pregnancy Support

Subsequent Pregnancy Support is available in the group format to assist families in managing the pregnancy that follows the death of a baby. Subsequently pregnant couples are advised to conclude attending our regular bereavement support group, and to transfer to our special pregnancy services. It is self help, facilitated by trained volunteers who are bereaved parents themselves.

Parents can join the groups at any time by calling the PBSO office to register. Groups generally run once per month, in the evenings from 7:30 - to 9:30 p.m. Both mothers and fathers, alone or as a couple are welcome. There is no charge for this service.

Discussion Topics
Typical topics discussed at the subsequent pregnancy support group meetings include:


  • The subsequent Baby
  • Attachment / Bonding
  • New Parenting Stages (Galinsky)
  • Preparing a Birth Plan
  • Bittersweet Birth Preparation
  • Can Lightning Strike Twice?
  • Replacement versus Unique Baby

Meeting Dates & Times

Date:

3rd Thursday of each month (Markham)
3rd Monday of each month (Etobicoke)


Time: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Registration
To register, or for more information please call the PBSO office: Contact Us

Locations
Subsequent pregnancy support groups are currently held at the following locations.
Area Place Meeting Times
Markham

Markham Road / Highway 7

3rd Thursday of each month
7:30 - 9:00 p.m. - Group Discussion
9:00 - 9:30 p.m. - Coffee & informal Discussion
Etobicoke

Lakeshore / Islington

3rd Monday of each month
7:30 - 9:00 p.m. - Group Discussion
9:00 - 9:30 p.m. - Coffee & informal Discussion