Babies & Young Children

The Health Unit offers a variety of programs and services to help you with your parenting journey. Bringing home a new baby is an exciting time, and you may have questions.

Telephone Support

To speak with a public health nurse about pregnancy, infants, children or Middlesex-London public health programs, please call the Health Unit:

519-663-5317
Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
If you're not from the Middlesex-London area and you're looking for your local public health unit, please use the Ministry's Public Health Unit Locator

Find out more about Health Connect Ontario (24/7) and Southwesthealthline Supports

Breastfeeding Home Visits
If you're experiencing breastfeeding challenges and your baby is 0-6 weeks old, call 519-663-5317 to find out if this service is right for you and your family.
Healthy Babies Healthy Children (HBHC)
Home visits are available to pregnant women and families with children 0-6 years old. To see if you’re eligible, please call 519-663-5317.
Introducing Solid Foods
At about six months of age, most babies are developmentally ready to start solid foods. This is a learning experience for baby and caregivers!
Infant Formula
If you have decided to give your baby infant formula, it's important to safely prepare and feed infant formula to your baby.
Infant Hearing Program
It’s important for all newborns to be screened for hearing loss.
Rear Facing Car Seats
Young children are safest in a rear facing car seat.