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Professionals and services, Health care, Prenatal care, Warning signs, High-risk pregnancies, Domestic violence during pregnancy

Throughout your pregnancy you have access to a variety of health professionals who will help care for you and your baby. There is also a whole range of services available that can help you through this important period of your life.

Informations about dental care, eye care, X-rays, vaccines and contact with people with a contagious disease during pregnancy.

Regular appointments allow you to check that your pregnancy is going well and to get screened for potential problems. These appointments also give you the opportunity to get answers to your questions and help you prepare for delivery and the arrival of your newborn.

Some problems during pregnancy require immediate attention from a health professional for evaluation. You can also contact your birthing centre or your hospital’s obstetrics department directly.

Some pregnancies are considered to be at higher risk than others. Examples include cases involving high blood pressure (hypertension), gestational diabetes, or multiple pregnancies. If your pregnancy is considered high-risk, you will be followed more closely and undergo…

Most couples settle disagreements through discussion and negotiation without either partner resorting to physical or psychological abuse. But in some relationships, one partner tries to control the other and uses violence to resolve conflicts.

Why breast-feed?, preparing to breast-feed, getting breast-feeding off to a good start, learning how to breast-feed.

Health professionals all around the world over recommend that babies be fed breast milk exclusively for the first six months of life. The Canadian Paediatric Society, Dieticians of Canada, and Health Canada all echo this recommendation. Once babies have started eating solid foods, it…

Your pregnancy is a good time to talk about your impressions and expectations with your partner, family, and friends. It’s also a good time to find out about the breastfeeding resources and community groups in your area.