Surrey 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.
Centre for Child Development
Newton Early Years Hub: 204 – 7327 137 Street, Surrey, BC V3W 1A4
Phone: 604-619-9488
The Centre: info@the-centre.org
Early Years Hub: earlyyears@the-centre.org
Sophie’s Place: spinfo@the-centre.org
https://the-centre.org/
9460 140 Street, Surrey, BC V3V 5Z4
Phone: 604-584-1361
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
Surrey Library
Various story times available for babies and families.
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
Mom’s Empowerment Group
An 8 session, evidence-based group for mothers who have experienced abuse in intimate relationships.
This program alternates between English-speaking and Punjabi-speaking groups. There are typically about 4 time per year, two in each language.
This is an in person group located at:
#101 13583 81 Avenue, Surrey, BC, V3W 3V8
To register:
Text or call the coordinator at 604.830.8602
OR
Email: intake.DVIP@options.bc.ca
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.
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
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
City Dream Centre
– Food Hampers: City Dream Centre provides thousands of hampers each year. If you are in need of food support, please contact your child’s school to see if they are participating or if they would like to get connected to this program.
– Parenting course is a six-week, interactive course for those hoping to learn or re-build the skills to improved parenting. With an awareness and sensitivity to the differences of our parenting experiences, course facilitators strive to create a relaxed, safe and encouraging atmosphere for all.
– Sewing program teaches individuals from the community, and those in our education programs, how to sew. This new skill is something they can carry forward in life.
– Anger Management course
– City Care Dental provides dental care for our adopted schools and surrounding neighbourhoods that have an identified need. Licensed dentists, hygienists, dental assistants, and supervised dental students to offer a full range of dental care.
www.citydreamcentre.com
778-385-5880
hello@citydreamcentre.com
#29-19257 ENTERPRISE WAY, SURREY BC, V3S 8W1
Food Insecurity
Surrey Food Bank
Salvation Army Church and Community Ministries
Call for an appointment to apply for food bank services at 604-496-5172
Email: Surrey.FamilyServices@salvationarmy.ca to make an appointment.
*You must book an appointment to register the first time you come*
By Phone: 604-581-5443
Quest (Non-profit grocery markets)
If you are an individual facing economic barriers, the Quest markets can help provide you with access to healthy and affordable food.
Surrey Location:
13890 104 Ave
604-588-3476
Monday – Friday 9:00-5:45 pm
Saturday: 9:00 – 3:45 pm
Sunday: 12:00 – 4:00 pm
Call 604-602-0186 general information
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
The Children’s Foundation
The Communities Caring for Children program is offered in collaboration with the Surrey Early Childhood Mental Health Collaborative. Parenting programs are offered throughout the City of Surrey during the fall, winter and spring. They are free to all who would like to attend.
To register Visit:
https://childrens-foundation.org/communities-caring-for-children/#:~:text=What%20we%20do,who%20would%20like%20to%20attend.
Telephone: 604 434 9101
Email: angie.casoria@childrens-foundation.org
#1000 (10th Floor), 13737 96th Avenue, Surrey
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.
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
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
The Karma Market
Karma Market where struggling families can access anything they need at no cost. In our free store, we provide clothing, shoes, seasonal wear, and through our intake process Mamas can also access formula, diapers, baby furniture, and gear.
*You must book an appointment in order to access their services by emailing them at yvr@mamasformamas.org so that they can provide you with an application form.
Children’s Clothes Closet
Provides free clothing for the babies and children of low-income families (up to 12 years of age). This service is drop-in, and registration can be completed on site
Open Wednesdays 10:00 – 2:00 pm
Oak Avenue Neighbourhood Hub Society
12740 102 Avenue, Surrey, BC, V5J 2H3 at Oakview
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
Surrey Women's Centre
A crisis centre located in Surrey, and work in collaboration with the medical and justice communities for the safety and care of survivors and children escaping violence.
surreywomenscentre.ca
info@surreywomenscentre.ca
Phone: 604-589-1868
Surrey – 10075 Whalley Blvd., V3T 4G1
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.