Langley Resources
Before Baby Arrives
Nurse-Family Partnership
Province-wide
Nurse-Family Partnership is a free public health program for women in BC having their first baby. Women enrolled in the program are visited by a public health nurse throughout their pregnancy, continuing until their child reaches two years of age.
*Once you click on the link, please scroll to the bottom of the page to learn how to apply.
Best Beginnings (Fraser Health)
Best Beginnings program provides public health services to pregnant women, new moms, babies and children to age 2.
Complete a brief questionnaire to get connected with resources and supports for a healthy pregnancy and baby.
https://bestbeginnings.fraserhealth.ca
Hope For Women
Exists to come alongside women, teens, and families facing unexpected pregnancy or pregnancy loss.
All support services are free and confidential.
BabyGoRound
BabyGoRound provides essential baby equipment including gear, diapers, clothing and more.
Important Notes:
-Applicants must be referred by an pre-approved organization. Please contact us for details by emailing us at hello@careforwomen.ca
Family annual income must be 40K or below to be eligible
-Mothers can apply for their services as early as 8 weeks before baby is due or before their child turns 2 years of age
Best for Babies
A FREE Pregnancy Outreach Program funded by the Public Health Agency of Canada. This Prenatal Nutrition Program offers support during pregnancy and for 6 months postpartum.
Tummy Talks
Provides free online prenatal classes led by registered nurses to provide unbiased and current information to all expectant parents to facilitate your preparation for childbirth and the care of your newborn.
Visit info.tummytalks.ca for more information or contact them by emailing: info@tummytalks.ca
After Baby Arrives
The Mama Coach
Heather Stobbe, a Registered Nurse and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant who offers lactation consulting and postpartum newborn assistance in the home.
Email: heather@themamacoach.com
Phone: (778) 886-7866
CMC Fitness Consulting
Courtney Claggett is a local registered Kinesiologist. She is a Certified Pre and Postnatal Coach, Postnatal Fitness Specialist, Core Confidence Specialist, and more! Designed for the postpartum period, focuses on physical changes after childbirth, and safe and effective ways to re-strengthen.
Email: courtney@cmcfitnessconsulting.com
*If you are a Care For Women mentee, please mention this to her to receive a special discount. Offers 15% off her Rise and Renew Program for Care For Women Mentees
La Leche League
La Leche League Canada is a registered charity that provides peer support for pregnant women/parents, new moms/parents. In person, by phone, online, and in informal group meetings our volunteer Leaders will be there to support you by providing evidence-based information on breastfeeding and human milk. There is no cost to receive support from a Leader and all regular informal group meetings are free of charge.
National Women’s Health and Breastfeeding Helpline
- Call: 1-800-994-9662
- between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET,
- Monday through Friday.
- Information available in both English or Spanish.
- Free and as many times as needed.
Baby’s Best Chance Handbook
PDF Version
“Baby’s Best Chance” is a handbook provided by Fraser Health for all new parents.
This is an online, PDF, version of the handbook that is available in multiple languages including:
English, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, French, Punjabi, Spanish and Tagalog.
https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/pregnancy-parenting/babys-best-chance
BabyGoRound
BabyGoRound provides essential baby equipment including gear, diapers, clothing and more.
Important Notes:
-Applicants must be referred by an pre-approved organization. Please contact us for details by emailing us at hello@careforwomen.ca
Family annual income must be 40K or below to be eligible
-Mothers can apply for their services as early as 8 weeks before baby is due or before their child turns 2 years of age
"Simply Nourish" Lactation Support
Sara Mason passionatley helps families feel supported both emotionally and physically, as they anticipate childbirth and bring home their babies. As a mom herself, she helps parents connect with and feel confident in their first days of parenthood.
Best for Babies
A FREE Pregnancy Outreach Program funded by the Public Health Agency of Canada. This Prenatal Nutrition Program offers support during pregnancy and for 6 months postpartum.
Early Days
Breastfeeding Hunger Cues and Breast Milk Storage are additional PDF information sheets to help in those early days if you are breastfeeding.
Infant Development Program
The Infant Development Program (IDP) is a family-centred, home visiting program for children, birth to 3 years of age, who are experiencing or at risk for a developmental delay.
They work alongside families to implement play based strategies to help children grow and learn as well as provide related resources and referrals.
For more information, please contact Cora Boecker by phone 604-534-1155 ext. 108, or by e-mail cboecker@inclusionlangley.com
Public Health Breastfeeding Support: Langley
#110 – 6470 201 Street
Langley, BC V2Y 2X4
Phone: 604-539-2900
Fax: 604-530-8138
For weekend/holidays support, call 604-613-2872.
Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, Sunday and holidays, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Smart Parent Texting
A free text messaging program that sends messages, up to 3 times per week, in relation to your baby’s age, containing links to online resources and guides during the first year or parenting.
Parent and Tot Groups
Strong Start
A free drop-in, parent participation, play-based program for ages 0-5. Qualified early childhood educators employed by the Langley School District lead learning activities where children find opportunity to make friends and interact with others of similar ages.
Offered at 8 different Langley locations:
- Langley Meadows (604-530-4101) — Langley Meadows StrongStart Facebook
- Nicomekl (604-533-1468) — Nicomekl StrongStart Facebook
- North Otter (604-856-3355) — North Otter StrongStart Facebook
- Parkside Centennial (604-856-7775) — Parkside StrongStart Facebook
- Simonds (604-530-2361) — Simonds StrongStart Facebook
- West Langley (604-888-6444) — West Langley StrongStart Facebook
- Douglas Park (604-533-4491) — Douglas Park StrongStart Facebook
- James Hill (604-530-0251) — James Hill StrongStart Facebook
- Willoughby (604-888-6033) — Willoughby StrongStart Facebook
https://www.sd35.bc.ca/programs-initiatives/early-learning-birth-5-yrs/strongstart/
Pacific Postpartum
Pacific Postpartum offers phone/text support as well as support groups.
Peer support groups for new parents who have had a baby within the last 18 months.
www.postpartum.org
City of Langley Library
“Baby Time”
Best for babies ages 0-2
2:00-2:30 every Monday
FREE
Encompass Support Services Society
Weekly drop in groups where you can enjoy a snack and connect with other parents.
https://www.encompass-supports.com/family-place-resource-centre.html
Langley Early Years Hubs
Langley has four Early Years Hub locations that provide a variety of early learning, cultural, and drop-in programs for families with children birth to 6 years.
Phone: 604-308-1584
Parent-Child Mother Goose Group
A group experience program for parents and their babies and young children which focuses on the pleasure and power of using rhymes, songs, and stories together. Registration required.
Thursday 10:00-11:30am
Contact : Bernice Way – 604-857-4662
Baby Talk Drop-in
A casual drop-in environment where babies (0-12mnths), parents, and soon-to-be parents can play and learn. No registration required.
Willoughby Early Years Centre , 20766 80th Ave, 604-882-0732
earlyyearscoordinator@langleycdc.com
Additional Resources
Newcomer to Canada
Support Group For Women - By Archway
For newcomer women, Archway has several support groups that are available in Ukrainian, Farsi, and Punjabi. These groups offer a chance for women to learn about various topics relating to health and wellness and enjoy new activities such as yoga, walking, art and discussion groups.
Free childcare is offered if needed.
Please contact kavita.puri@archway.ca for more information on upcoming groups.
Canada Benefits
You can find which benefits or programs you may be eligible for after completing a brief questionnaire. The Benefits Finder may suggest benefits from federal, provincial or territorial governments.
Myself Serve BC
Learn what income resources may be available to you, apply for income assistance, and access your eligibility after completing an online questionnaire.
Child and Family Benefits Calculator
You can use this calculator to see what child and family benefits you may be able to get and how much your payments may be.
Archway Community Connect
Multiple Languages Available
Includes services such as: Food safe, language skills, one-on- one for vulnerable adults, parenting life skills, driving test practice, citizenship, stress management, art therapy and more.
A Support group for women is available in 3 different languages: Dari, Ukrainian and Panjabi.
Afghans or Iranian Individuals: Contact: Anahita 778-536-8297 or anahita.kamani@archway.ca
Ukrainian Individuals: Contact: Lyudmila at 604-309-3021 or lyudmila.zolotaryova@archway.ca
Panjabi individuals: Contact: Kavita at 604-217-3055 or kavita.puri@archway.ca
Inasmuch Society
Support for refugee claimants seeking asylum in Canada
Offers: Claims and Hearings, Legal Aid, Employment, Driving License Support, Support in Setting Up Health Care, ESL Classes and more.
By Email: hello@inasmuch.ca
By Phone: 604-768-8079
Sara For Women
is a non-profit registered charity providing outreach, housing, counselling, and crisis support for women and children.
Metis Nation BC
The Metis Early Years Program is focused on helping Metis families connect to their community and culture and link them to early years programs and services in their community.
#380 13401 108 Ave, Surrey
Phone: 604-557-5851
DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society
A registered charity and non-profit organization based in Surrey that can assist immigrants, temporary workers and refugees in building a life in Canada.
Services include things such as:
Finding employment, learning English, applying for government services , finding housing and more!
https://www.dcrs.ca/
info@dcrs.ca
13455 76 Ave, Surrey, BC V3W 2W3
Phone: (604) 597-0205
Serving Surrey, Langley, Delta, White Rock and beyond
Encompass - Spanish Family Programming
Encompass – Spanish Family Programming
Encompass offers two free groups for families with children 0-6 years old that are supported by our amazing childcare team.
FAMILY POWER en Español
Fridays – 9:30-11:30 am
Langley Education Centre (Portable #26) at 21405 – 56 Ave., Langley
FAMILY TIME en Español
Wednesdays – 10:00 to 12:00 am
Langley Early Years Centre (Willoughby Elementary School) at 20766 – 80 Ave., Langley
Para más información contactar a (For more information contact):
Diana Mendez: (778) 980.2081
dmendez@encompass-supports.com
https://www.encompass-supports.com/spanish-family-programming.html
Food Insecurity
Langley Food Bank
#10 – 20308 Logan Ave, Langley BC V3A 4L7
Grocery Distribution: 10AM – 2PM Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays
Phone: 604-533-0671
Email: info@langleyfoodbank.com
Aldergrove Food Bank
27524 Fraser Hwy. (in the Freshco Mall).
Grocery Distribution: 11:00 – 2:00 every Tuesday
Phone: 604-857-1671
Raphael House
Operates a weekly Food Hub for families within Langley and School District 35. Families can come and access free, healthy groceries at an assigned time and day.
20471 Douglas Crescent
Langley, BC V3A 4B6
604-900-3787
Mental Health
Here To Help
Here to help finds quality information, learn new skills, and connect with key resources in BC. Explore strategies to help you take care of your mental health and use substances in healthier ways, find the information you need to manage mental health and substance use problems, and learn how you can support a loved one.
www.heretohelp.bc.ca
Telecare Crisis and Caring Line
Telecare provides telephone befriending, caring, and empathetic listening for people in moments of personal crisis or distress.
For Emotional, or Crisis Support Call:
604-852-9099 in Abbotsford and Mission
1-888-852-9099 toll free throughout British Columbia
Moving Forward Family Services
A non-profit charity organization that offers free short-term and affordable long-term counselling options to folks across British Columbia.
For more information visit:
Or contact them by emailing: hello@movingforward.help
Or call: 877-485-5025
FREE Mental Health Support Line
Call: 9-8-8
Those who are experiencing a mental health crisis and need immediate, real-time support can use the three-digit number to call or text. (Available throughout Canada in both French and English)
Fraser Valley Child Development Centre
The Fraser Valley Child Development Centre, in partnership with parents and community, provides services to children 0-18 years with developmental delays and/or disabilities.
Misc. Resources
Cyrus Centre
Provides 24 hour shelter, support, and services to youth aged 12-24 who are without a safe and stable place to live. Our services include a wide variety of supports including shelter, meals, advocacy, shower, laundry services and much more.
Safe Families Canada
Parents can voluntarily place their child(ren) with a Host Family while retaining custody during the temporary placement.A parent may also contact Safe Families themselves when in a time of crisis.
27578 40th Avenue
Aldergrove BC V4W 1V8
New Beginnings Young Parent Program
Provides part-time and full-time programs for young parents to complete or upgrade their high school education as well as high quality childcare, parenting courses, and individual support.
https://archway.ca/program/new-beginnings-young-parent-program/
Fair Pharmacare
Helps B.C. families pay for eligible prescription drugs, some medical supplies and devices and eligible pharmacy services.
This support is income based.
Holistic Happy Living
Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Lindsey Shields, providing postpartum and lifestyle holistic meal plans
Phone: 905-869-0656
Email: holihappyliving@gmail.com
Langley Community Services Society
Free consultation, support, assistance with childcare subsidy applications and referral services to parents seeking childcare in Langley.
5339 207 St, Langley
Phone: 604-533-4425
Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy
Bump Physio
Pelvic floor physiotherapy is a specialized type of physical therapy that focuses on the muscles and nerves in the pelvic area, which support the organs in the pelvis. It aims to address issues with pelvic floor dysfunction, like incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, or chronic pelvic pain
www.bumpphysioco.ca
672-964-2867
#120-8912 202 Street, Langley Twp, BC V1M 4A7
Centre for Child Development
#102- 20641 Logan Avenue, Langley, BC V3A 7R3
Phone: 604-533-3088
Fax: 604-533-3062
The Centre: info@the-centre.org
Early Years Hub: earlyyears@the-centre.org
Sophie’s Place: spinfo@the-centre.org
Sources for Women
Sources Community Resources Society (SOURCES) is an internationally accredited not-for-profit social services agency. Our programs serve individuals across various age groups experiencing poverty, mental health challenges, disability, conflict, isolation and addiction.
We have over 20 locations in BC, including White Rock, Surrey, Delta, Langley, Prince George and Parksville.
15318 20th Avenue, Surrey, BC, V4A 2A3
Fraser Valley Aboriginal Children and Family Services Society (Xyólheméylh)
While we operate in the Stó:lō territory, we work with Indigenous children and families residing in the Fraser Valley. Our programs help provide stability, cultural learning, development, and community.
https://www.fvacfss.ca/
Toll Free: 1 (800) 663 – 9393
P: (604) 858 – 0113
F: (604) 824 – 2518
info@xyolhemeylh.bc.ca
Lower Fraser Valley Aboriginal Society
Provides support, assistance and referrals to Urban Indigenous
and their families. To provide programs in areas including but not limited to,
social, cultural, recreational, economic, community development, cultural and historical restoration.
300-20689 Fraser Hwy Langley BC
info@lfvas.org
Postpartum Progress
Postpartumprogress.com is the world’s most widely-read blog dedicated to maternal mental illness. It offers warm, positive, in-depth information, support and hope for all pregnant and new moms who experience postpartum depression and all other mental illnesses related to pregnancy and childbirth, including postpartum anxiety, postpartum OCD, depression or anxiety during pregnancy, post-adoption depression, postpartum PTSD, bipolar, peripartum onset/postpartum bipolar, depression after miscarriage or perinatal loss and postpartum psychosis.
Cloth For A Cause
Designed to introduce new parents and parents-to-be to the benefits of simple, affordable cloth diapers by providing a hands-on opportunity to see and feel different types of modern reusable cloth diapers.
They can arrange a meetup or travel to you and provide a workshop demonstration that will cover how to get started with cloth diapering, and ways to cloth diaper on a budget. The mother will be provided with a free kit which includes 1 wet bag for travel and 7 pre-loved cloth diapers.
After the parent has had some time to try out the kit they can either request additional cloth diapers to continue on cloth diapering or request a pickup of the loaner kit.
Please email clothforacauseswbc@outlook.com to book.