Since its foundation in 1991, Fondation OLO has helped over 200,000 babies be born healthy. Every year, we help 15,000 families in need in Quebec.
Thanks to a number of evaluations that have been carried out, we can identify several positive results throughout children’s lives.
Results starting in
pregnancy
- Access to healthy foods and vitamins
- Development of trust-based relationships between parents and OLO workers
- Easier access to healthcare and community resources
- Better eating habits
- Improved nutritional education
- Families who feel listened to, encouraged and equipped
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Observable results at
time of birth
- Fewer babies with a low birth weight
- Reduction in developmental delays
- Less postpartum anemia
- More breastfeeding
- Less postpartum depression
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Many long-term
benefits
- Stronger parenting skills
- Better eating habits
- Improved parent-child attachment
- Enhanced child development at all levels
- Reductions in obesity and chronic illness
- Better chances of succeeding at school
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The approach used by Fondation OLO has stood the test of time. Research has shown its usefulness and effectiveness. Take a look at our OLO Babies page to see a few of the babies we helped come into this world healthy.
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