Margaret Moss Health Unit

03/04/2026

Happening tonight!

Our first Parenting Teens Workshop in Duncan is TOMORROW! There's still time to sign up.

Is your teen often tense, overwhelmed, or shut down—and you’re not sure how to help? Join us March 4, 2026, 6:00–8:00 p.m. for a practical, brain‑based evening: Understanding Teen Anxiety: Brains, Screens and Coping Skills. Learn simple tools to support your youth at home.

Reserve your spot: https://www.cvyouth.ca/event-details/understanding-teen-anxiety-brains-screens-and-coping-skills-duncan-2

Or reach out to our office: 250-748-0232 or email: office@cvyouth.ca

02/26/2026

March is coming up and we have some exciting stuff planned for Baby Talk at the unit. Check out the poster to see which topics we will be casually discussing and what guest speakers to anticipate, including our one year celebration!

02/26/2026

Please note this recall of Kendamil brand Infant Formula with whole milk recalled due to cereulide toxin. Do not consume. Check out the post for more information or head to https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/kendamil-brand-infant-formula-whole-milk-recalled-due-cereulide-toxin

02/26/2026

Hwialusmutul' Community Health has a NEW PROGRAM!✨

Join Community Health Nurses, Nilak and Olvie for Prenatal Classes - starting March 11, 2026!

• Wednesdays, from 10:00am–12:00pm
• March 11, 2026 - April 29, 2026
• Cowichan Tribes Youth Services (471 Whistler St)

Bring your partner, a family member, or another birth support person to learn:

• Prenatal care & stages of labour
• Movement & mind–body–spirit wellness
• Birth partner support
• Available birth options
• Newborn care & breastfeeding
• Postpartum care
• Traditional ways of being & birthing

To register, please contact Nilak or Olvie at Hwialusmutul' Community Health at (250) 715-1024 or Health@cowichantribes.com

Join anytime during the 8-week program, or sign up for the next series in July or September! 🧡

02/26/2026

Looking for a free virtual information session to support your parenting? Check out this one offered by the Integrated Child and Youth Team. To register, scan the QR code or email ICYCowichan@islandhealth.ca

02/26/2026

Research shows that early connection with safe, reliable, and accessible prenatal care is linked to healthier pregnancies, births, and early parenting experiences.

Call Island Health to talk to a Public Health Nurse about how the free Right From the Start program can support you and your family during pregnancy and early childhood. If you are local to our area, please call us at 250-709-3050. Visit https://islandhealth.ca/pregnancy

02/25/2026

Can you believe its been one year since we launched Baby Talk at Margaret Moss Health Unit?! We have loved welcoming you all to the unit each and every Tuesday to connect. Cheers to many more years to come!

If you have any ideas for conversation topics over the next couple months, pop them in the comment box below!

02/21/2026

Our next postpartum anxiety and depression support group starts Wednesday March 4th and will run until approximately May 20th. We currently have some rare spots available in both the morning and afternoon sessions. Morning session runs 10-11:30am and afternoon runs from 1:30-3:00pm.

If you are wanting to register yourself or have any questions, please call the health unit at 250-709-3050 and ask to speak to a nurse. If you know of someone who would benefit from this supportive postpartum group, please share this information with them.

You are not alone and we are here to help. 🫂

02/20/2026

Check out the Dad's Drop-in happening tomorrow in Ladysmith!

There is a lot to learn in the early years of fatherhood. Dad's Drop In is a chance to learn faster than life demands. Come hang out and share in the learning.

02/19/2026

Check out these awesome parenting your teen workshops from Cowichan Valley Youth Services Society

Would you like to learn new tools and improve your communication with a teen in your life? Hoping to get a better understanding of the challenges that youth today face?

Cowichan Valley Youth Services is excited to offer Parenting Teens Workshops, coming to communities across the Cowichan Valley this Spring!

And you don't have to been a parent to attend - we welcome guardians, grandparents, uncles, teachers - anyone who is involved in caring for youth.

Reach out to our office or visit our website for more information!
Phone: 250-748-0232
Email: office@cvyouth.ca

www.cvyouth.ca/workshops

02/19/2026

Are you looking to change your relationship with alcohol or drugs? One call can connect you to services like detox, counselling, treatment programs, or medication that helps you manage withdrawal or cravings.

Call Access Central at 1-888-885-8824 or visit http://islandhealth.ca/addiction-care

02/13/2026

The Pregnancy HUB offers FREE virtual prenatal, and parenting classes to individuals and families who are pregnant or newly parenting and reside in BC. Our classes are instructor-led, interactive, and adaptable to the questions that you have!

To sign up as a participant and start registering for classes, please click the link in our bio!

Have questions? Please send us a DM! We can't wait to connect with you!