Postpartum Group Support Programs

Not your typical Mom and Baby class!

Physician-led sessions supporting families in the first year of your baby’s life.

Any new parent will tell you that the first few months of baby’s life can be a lot! New parents are often:

  • Tired as they recover from baby’s birth and adjust to caring for a newborn at nighttime

  • Frustrated with feeding and sleep challenges

  • Lonely and surprised at how isolated they feel as their daily routine changes completely

  • Unsure of where to turn for help, support, and answers to their questions

Small group sessions with our team of experts provide information, support, and a chance to build community. Our hope is to allow you to free up time and mental energy to enjoy the precious early days with your baby while you recover from your delivery.

WE ARE HOSTING A SUMMER INFANT GROUP FOR BABIES BORN FEBRUARY-JUNE 2026!

SESSION RUNS WEDNESDAYS FROM 1:00-2:30PM, AUGUST 5TH-19TH, 2026.

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OUR NEXT NEWBORN GROUP IS FOR BABIES BORN/DUE JUNE-AUGUST 2026

SESSIONS RUN TUESDAYS FROM 1-2PM, SEPTEMBER 8TH-OCTOBER 20TH, 2026.

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Our ‘why’ - we love hearing from our participants!

  • "This class series was really a life saver. We are so focused on prenatal classes and labour but nothing prepares you for when you take your baby home. When else do you get an opportunity to sit down with a Pediatrician, a Physio Therapist, Lactation Consultant, Nurses and other Professionals in an informal setting to ask any questions on your mind. These classes were amazing not just for the invaluable information shared but also for the opportunity to get out of the house and connect with new parents in our same shoes. It is so easy to feel lonely in this hard journey and these classes were something I really looked forward to. A reprieve from the sleepless nights and frustrations."

  • "A chance to get out of the house, you get seven solid hours with a doctor/nurse/expert and meet new people. Get answers to questions you didn't know you had! AMAZING. USEFUL! FUN!"

  • "As first-time parents, we were feeling pretty lost about where to find trustworthy information. These sessions have been incredibly helpful, covering all the key aspects of caring for a newborn. On top of that, connecting with other parents and receiving emotional support has been so reassuring—it’s comforting to know we’re not alone."

  • "It's a place to ask all the questions that fill your brain in the early weeks, and get the answers you need from professionals rather than turning to Google. I think that's what made the sessions so valuable. In those first 6 weeks I can't stress how alone most of my mom friends felt, and this group was amazing for helping answer every question I had. I felt so supported."

  • "Exceeded my expectations. Not only did I gain valuable information (how often do you get an hour to just chat with a professional about any and all questions you have about your baby!). The part that I did not expect was the connections I made with the other parents. To hear that they were going through similar hardships was reassuring. I was not alone! The sessions were a real bright spot in the week. A chance to get out of the house and connect with people and get help at the same time."

  • "Loved it. Presenters were deeply knowledgeable, rounded, kind, and parent/patient first. Refreshing and empowering."

  • "I liked that there were prepared topics, but it would evolve into Q&A based on lived experiences and questions. I loved hearing about other family's experiences and seeing the progress of each babe each week."

  • "This group has so much to offer. It provides you with an opportunity to connect with other moms going through similar challenges. It gave me a reason to get out of the house which is big in the first few weeks. But most importantly it gave me a place to ask questions where I felt supported (Google I have learned is not helpful and made me more stressed)."

  • “Relevant expert information in a digestible and enjoyable format."

  • "The team cuts through the noise with care, generosity and deep knowledge appropriate to your specific set of circumstances. The community building with other families and the comfortable space is an excellent bonus."

About Our Postpartum Programs in Calgary

We’ve developed our programs to provide the support we wish we’d had.

  • Unlike other postpartum group classes, our innovative model is unique in that it includes physician facilitators.

    Our practitioners are thrilled to be able to engage in discussions that provide more information to supplement what patients receive in their one-on-one office appointments with their care providers.

  • Collaboration is one of our core values. We have brought together a team of professionals who are all passionate about perinatal care, and who all have unique skills and knowledge to share.

    Our team of facilitators is made up of:

    • Family Physicians who specialize in Low Risk Obstetrics and Lactation

    • A Pediatrician

    • Registered Nurses who specialize in Lactation and Sleep Consultation

    • A Physiotherapist

    • A Psychologist and a Clinical Social Worker

  • Our curriculum covers all of the important topics for new parents - both the ones that you’re wondering about AND the ones that you didn’t realize you wanted to learn about.

    Our sessions are dedicated to delivering evidence-based information. While this information can be found in books and on the internet, we distill and present it to you in an easily digestible format. We know how tired you are, and our goal is to simplify things for you. We combine this knowledge with practical tips that you won’t find in books, and we help you sift through the vast sea of online information to identify the valuable insights.

    While our curriculum covers a wide range of essential topics, we always encourage questions and tailor our discussions to the specific needs of our participants.

  • Over programs offer weekly sessions to provide regular support. We know how huge a difference hours and days can make as families navigate feeding challenges in the early days.

    We are excited to offer programs that start in late pregnancy through the first 6 months of baby’s life. We hope that we can provide care and comfort in those early days of parenthood.

  • Our primary objective is to create an inclusive environment where we can foster engaging and meaningful discussion. By actively involving parents and caregivers, we aspire to not only enhance your learning but also to provide reassurance and empower you as you learn both from and with other families who are going through similar experiences and challenges.

    Our goal is to help you build a community that will support you long after you finish our program.

Mom and Baby classes led by physicians and postpartum experts!

Newborn Program

For babies aged 0-3 months

Seven 1-hour sessions

TOPICS

Newborn Feeding

Postpartum Recovery and Wellness

Newborn Sleep

Newborn Care, Development & Head Shape

Postpartum Mental Health

Starting Solids

Infant Massage

COST: $250

OUR NEXT GROUP STARTS SEPTEMBER 8TH, 2026.

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Infant Program

For babies aged 2-6 months

Three 1.5-hour sessions

TOPICS

Newborn Sleep

Infant Care & Development

Starting Solids & Early Communication

Infant Massage

Mama Movement

COST: $160

OUR NEXT GROUP RUNS AUGUST 5TH-19TH, 2026.

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We strive to provide affordable access to our services!

If cost is a barrier, ask us about our sliding scale.
Receipts available for extended benefits.
A second caregiver is welcome to attend any of the classes.

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Postpartum Group Support Programs FAQs

  • Our classes have limited capacity, and your registration reserves a spot that could be filled by another participant. We understand that life can be unpredictable, so we have established the following cancellation policy:

    • Please contact us via email (info@ensemblehealthcare.ca) to cancel your registration. Up until 14 days before the first class a refund, minus a $25 administrative fee, will be provided. Refunds within 14 days of the first class or after the program has begun will only be offered in cases of emergency or extenuating circumstances, with each situation being reviewed individually.

    • If the program is canceled by Ensemble Healthcare we will provide a full refund.

    • At this time, we are not able to offer make-up classes if you miss a class due to illness or other unavoidable reasons.

    We reserve the right to cancel or reschedule classes due to unforeseen circumstances, such as instructor illness or inclement weather. In such cases, we will make every effort to notify participants in advance and provide alternative arrangements or refunds.

  • We are excited to welcome you to the group room in our clinic. We are located on the third floor of the Market Mall Professional Building. There is plenty of free parking.

  • We keep our groups small at 4-6 families to allow for discussion and to ensure that we have time to answer everyone’s questions.

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A Bit About Us

  • We are parents and caregivers.

    As parents, our facilitators have ‘been there’. We know what it feels like to try to function through a fog of sleep deprivation and physical healing. We know how feelings of shame, guilt, frustration and worry can be overwhelming as a new parent.

    As caregivers, we have delighted in cuddling many newborns over the years, but we have also witnessed patients struggling, and worried about how their families are doing between office visits.

    We don’t expect that our programs will prevent our families from struggling. Parenting is hard - that’s part of what makes it so rewarding. Our hope with this offering is to provide families with strategies and support as they navigate the challenges that they face.

  • We are also healthcare providers and innovators.

    As healthcare providers who have dedicated their careers to caring for women and families through pregnancy and beyond, we have supported hundreds of patients over the years through their postpartum journey. Working within the system, we see firsthand how well patients are taken care, AND where there is room to offer more.

    As innovators, having built and led group programs, we are passionate about this model of care. As practitioners we have realized how rewarding it is to have the time to be able to dive deeper into topics. We have also seen how individuals benefit from group discussions - the visible relief someone experiences when they divulge something they have been struggling with and another participant nods their head in solidarity then shares their own experience, or how the whole room leans in to hear the answer when someone asks a question.

    We see a way to provide more support to families, and we are delighted to use our knowledge and experience to deliver an impactful program.

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