Prenatal Care
For more information please visit: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/health-promotion/healthy-pregnancy/healthy-pregnancy-guide.html
Prenatal Screening
For Screening information please visit: https://prenatalscreeningontario.ca/en/pso/about-prenatal-screening/about-prenatal-screening.aspx#Types-of-prenatal-screening
Information on Enhanced First Trimester Screening: https://prenatalscreeningontario.ca/en/pso/about-prenatal-screening/enhanced-first-trimester-screening-efts.aspx
Prenatal Education Classes
Prenatal education is offered free of charge to pregnant women and their support person. Classes begin at approximately 27 weeks gestation and prepare women for what to expect in pregnancy and during labour and delivery and the immediate postpartum period. Issues such as preterm labour, stages of labour, pain management, breathing techniques, breastfeeding and newborn care, as well as many others, will be covered by the prenatal educator. Regional Telehealth Classes are also available – please contact your telehealth coordinator or the Maternity Centre for a list of upcoming classes.
All prenatal education classes are on hold due to COVID-19
Prenatal Breastfeeding Education Classes
This class is designed for pregnant women and their partners to learn about breastfeeding. Some of the common concerns are addressed, and information is provided regarding how partners can be supportive, and overcoming some of the challenges of breastfeeding. The group is led by a lactation consultant. This group meets once a month. Call 684-6228 to register.
How to access prenatal care at the Maternity Centre
Self referral by calling 684-6228.
Referral from physician, midwife or community partner.
Referral is not required to receive care!
