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Did you know that Fondation Santé Urbaine also supports the Maison de naissance Jeanne-Mance?
Located in the heart of Montréal’s Centre-Sud neighbourhood, the birth centre provides specialized care and support to pregnant people and families throughout pregnancy, childbirth and the first weeks of a newborn’s life.
Supporting Those Who Care
Welcoming a newborn comes with many firsts. Amid the whirlwind of emotions, from wonder and excitement to worries and uncertainty, having a midwife by your side can make all the difference.
When Marianne Chartrand and Zoé Foucault decided to make a donation to support families receiving care at the Maison de naissance Jeanne-Mance, Fondation Santé Urbaine helped connect their generosity with the needs identified by the team.
And those needs were very real. Their generous gift would help the team be even better equipped to meet the needs of families.
Knowledge That Makes All the Difference
During the first weeks of life, a newborn’s feeding is closely monitored. New parents may need guidance or specialized support if challenges arise. This can be the case, for example, when families choose to breastfeed.
The midwives at the Maison de naissance Jeanne-Mance will soon have access to more in-depth knowledge to better guide families. As practices evolve and every situation is unique, Marianne and Zoé’s generous gift will enable members of the team to complete a recognized training program in breastfeeding support.
The impact of this gift will extend far beyond the training itself, benefiting the many families who come through the doors of the birth centre.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to Marianne and Zoé for their generosity and solidarity with families in Montréal’s Centre-Sud neighbourhood.