There's a Big Focus on Young Families
Kris Weatherman is a Public Health Nurse and the Public Health Nurse Manager at Interior Health Authority. Kris has worked in the health sector her whole career. In public health, there is a large focus on young families and children.
The Role We Play in Public Health
Kris Weatherman is a Public Health Nurse and the Public Health Nurse Manager at Interior Health Authority. Traditionally, public health has played a key role in working with new families. Specifically during maternity, hospital discharge and regular follow-ups until the baby is 18 months.
We Offer Services to all Families
Kris Weatherman is a Public Health Nurse and the Public Health Nurse Manager at Interior Health Authority. In this video, Kris shares that public health nurse’s work with all families. However, those who are more susceptible to challenges or vulnerabilities, they will follow more frequently. The Nurse-Family Partnership is a new initiative that works with high-risk families one on one.
The Holistic Approach to Prenatal
Kris Weatherman is a Public Health Nurse and the Public Health Nurse Manager at Interior Health Authority. In this video, Kris explains that healthcare during the prenatal stages is not just focused on the physical aspects, but social aspects as well. It is more of a holistic approach.
Baby's best Chance is a Great Tool
Kris Weatherman is a Public Health Nurse and the Public Health Nurse Manager at Interior Health Authority. In this video, Kris talks about Baby’s Best Chance and the Baby’s Best Chance Website. It provides a guideline for the different ages and stages during the prenatal period and then further breaks down the developmental changes that happen at each gestation.
The Programs We Offer
Kris Weatherman is a Public Health Nurse and the Public Health Nurse Manager at Interior Health Authority. Interior Health Authority offers many programs to the public. Some of these programs include: the Prenatal Registry, routine post-natal visits, home visits for more vulnerable families and a more intensive home visiting program, the Nurse-Family Partnership.
The Importance of Breastfeeding
Kris Weatherman is a Public Health Nurse and the Public Health Nurse Manager at Interior Health Authority. Breastfeeding is an important aspect not only physically, but it helps create that attachment and bond between mother and baby. Breastfeeding provides the perfect nutrients for new born baby’s.
The Importance of Immunization
Kris Weatherman is a Public Health Nurse and the Public Health Nurse Manager at Interior Health Authority. Immunizations protect newborns against common childhood diseases and also protect the community.
You Want to Give Your Baby the Best Start
Kris Weatherman is a Public Health Nurse and the Public Health Nurse Manager at Interior Health Authority. In this video, Kris explains the importance of giving your baby the best start. It’s important to have a solid basis and understanding about any potential health factors that could affect your pregnancy.
Advice for Newly Expecting Moms
Kris Weatherman is a Public Health Nurse and the Public Health Nurse Manager at Interior Health Authority. In this video, Kris offers her advice for a newly expecting family. Kris suggests contacting a physician or midwife as soon as you can. Also, seek out reputable sources of information to help educate your body and pregnancy.
Slow Down and Enjoy the Ride
Kris Weatherman is a Public Health Nurse and the Public Health Nurse Manager at Interior Health Authority. In this video, Kris shares the piece of advice she would have told herself as a young mother. Kris advises new families to slow down and enjoy the ride.
The Importance of the Early Years
Kris Weatherman is a Public Health Nurse and the Public Health Nurse Manager at Interior Health Authority. The early years of life are a determinant of health, similar to housing and nutrition. There are critical periods in the early years that are foundational for your life.
Public Health Priorities When Talking to Families
Kris Weatherman is a Public Health Nurse and the Public Health Nurse Manager at Interior Health Authority. The early years are considered a determinant of health. It’s important for new families to understand the benefits associated with proper care for their newborn. In this video, Kris talks about the health priorities for a baby.
Family Nutrition
Kris Weatherman is a Public Health Nurse and the Public Health Nurse Manager at Interior Health Authority. With the heightened statistics in childhood obesity, there is a major focus on what families and young children are eating. Family nutrition is more than just what families are eating—it’s the whole feeding relationship.
Working in Partnership
Kris Weatherman is a Public Health Nurse and the Public Health Nurse Manager at Interior Health Authority. Working in partnership is the foundation for how public health works. Public health works in collaborations and partnerships with other sources in the community.
Where You'll See Us
Kris Weatherman is a Public Health Nurse and the Public Health Nurse Manager at Interior Health Authority. In this video, Kris talks about the facilities where public health nurses often visit. Some of these locations are schools, community centre’s, and different immunization clinics within Kamloops.
Make Children First Has Been Pivitol
Kris Weatherman is a Public Health Nurse and the Public Health Nurse Manager at Interior Health Authority. The Make Children First initiative has been pivotal in educating the community about the early years. MCF has been beneficial to Kamloops by bringing together different resources and services to better serve our community.
Simple Advice to Parents
Kris Weatherman is a Public Health Nurse and the Public Health Nurse Manager at Interior Health Authority. In this video, Kris shares some simple advice for families. It’s important to focus on what’s important for you, your baby, your family as a whole and your relationship.
Postpartum Depression
Kris Weatherman is a Public Health Nurse and the Public Health Nurse Manager at Interior Health Authority. In this video, Kris talks about the distinction between postpartum blues and postpartum depression. Postpartum depression is far more serious and should be reported to a physician.
Screen Time
Kris Weatherman is a Public Health Nurse and the Public Health Nurse Manager at Interior Health Authority. Toddlers and babies should be exposed to very little screen time. The most important thing for baby is having undivided attention from mom and dad without interruptions from technology.