www.msh.on.ca
Labour and Delivery: 905-472-7366
381 Church Street, Markham, ON, L3P 7P3
www.southlakeregional.org
Labour and Delivery: 905-895-4521, ext 2225
596 Davis Drive, Newmarket, ON, L3Y 2P9
www.yorkcentral.ca
Woman and Child Program: 905-883-1212, ext 7568
10 Trench Street, Richmond Hill, ON, L4C 4Z3
www.uxbridgemidwives.com
905-862-3535
uxbridgecommunitymidwives@gmail.com
2 Campbell Drive, Suite 207, Uxbridge, ON, L9P 1H6
Staff privileges at Markham-Stouffville Hospital
www.markhammidwives.ca
905-209-0330
markhammidwives@bellnet.ca
6633 Highway 7 East, Suite 107, Markham, ON, L3P 7P2
Staff privileges at Markham-Stouffville Hospital
www.durhammidwives.com
905-427-5407
durhammidwives@rogers.com
130 Old Kingston Road, Ajax, ON, L1T 2Z9
Staff privileges at Markham-Stouffville Hospital
www.midwivesofyorkregion.com
905-713-0022
yrmidwives@gmail.com
14845 Yonge Street, Suite 302, Aurora, ON, L4G 6H8
Staff privileges at Southlake Region Health Centre
www.familycaremidwives.ca
905-553-5899
fcmidwives@gmail.com
9983 Keele Street, Suite 102, Vaughan, ON L6A 3Y5
To book a tour call: 905-472-7374
Tours are offered every Monday and Wednesday eveneing at 7:30pm, except on holidays.
To book a tour call: 905-895-4521, ext 2665
These 90 minute tours, conducted by highly-trained nursing staff, include a complete tour of the Birthing Unit and birthing suites, and provide basic education on the care you can expect to receive at Southlake. Tours cost $10.00 per person or $15.00 per couple. Payment must be received in order to secure your registration. Payment is accepted by cash, cheque, or credit card.
To register call: 905-883-1212, ext 2229
A tour of the obstetrical facilities at York Central Hospital is provided free of charge to expectant couples. Children may not attend. The tour group meets in the Main Lobby of the Hospital. The tour is offered on select mondays at 5:30pm. You must register in advance.
1-800-361-5653 or 1-866-252-9933
A line staffed by public health nurses who can provide information about health issues and community services.
Class Information 1-800-361-5653
Designed for pregnant women and their partners/support persons. Six evening classes or two weekend day classes, facilitated by a public health nurse. These classes require registration and a fee of $42.00 is charged to cover the cost of materials. Classes are offered in English, Cantonese and Mandarin. Class locations available in Newmarket, Maple, Richmond Hill, Oak Ridges, and Markham. Call the York Region Health Connection Line to register.
Program Information 1-800-361-5653
A Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program in partnership with Rose of Sharon, Social Enterprise for Canada and Pathways for Children, Youth and Families of York Region. This is a prenatal program for single women, teens and women who are newcomers to Canada. This is a free community-based service that provides food, nutrition information, support, education, referral and counselling on health issues. Transportation available if needed. Call the York Region Health Connection Line to register.
Class Information 905-895-4521, ext 2724
Classes are taught by a highly experienced team specializing in pregnancy, birth, and newborn care. Each class is designed to assist expectant parents make informed choices both during and after pregnancy. Each course consists of four classes. Evening and weekend classes are offered. Woman are asked to register early (preferable by 20 weeks of pregnancy). Call for more information and to register.
Class Information 905-883-1212, ext 2229
Prenatal classes for couples expecting their first child. Topics include: Adjusting to changes in pregnancy, signs of labor, stages of labor, physical and emotional responses to labor and birth, relaxation and breathing, comfort measures, role of the support person, options for medication, medical procedures, breast feeding, overview of guidelines for newborn care, emotional and physical recovery after birth, and a tour of the obstetrical area. Evening and weekend classes are available. Call for more information and to register.
Class Information 905-883-1212, ext 2229
Information for expectant couples about the basics of breast feeding. Topics include: Latch and position, feeding patterns, signs of adequate intake, solutions to common breastfeeding problems, and parenting a breastfed baby. Classes run on Sunday evenings for 4 hours. Call for more information and to register.
Workshop Information 905-883-1212, ext 2229
An opportunity for couples to practice the basic skills of infant care before the baby arrives. Topics include: Holding a newborn, swaddling, diapering, dressing, bathing, coping with crying, safety guidelines including car seat safety and the prevention of sudden infant death syndrome, and parenting issues. Please note these topics are not covered in the Realities in Childbirth program. Classes run on Saturdays or Sundays for 4.5 hours. Call for more information and to register.
Workshop Information 905-883-1212, ext 2229
A single class for couples needing a refresher or condensed program. Topics include: Signs of labor, stages of labor, physical and emotional responses to labor and birth, relaxation and breathing, comfort measures, role of the support person, and options for medication. Classes run on Saturdays or Sundays for 6.5 hours. Call for more information and to register.
Class Information 905-883-1212, ext 2229
This is a class for siblings between 3 and 10 years of age. It includes a tour of the obstetrical facilities, seeing a real newborn, a fun video which focuses on normal newborn behaviour, activities related to becoming a brother or sister, and crafts to welcome the new baby. A snack, certificate and gift are provided. Classes runs Sunday afternoons for 2 hours. Call for more information and to register.
Class Information 905-883-1212, ext 2229
This is an eight week series of special exercise designed for the changing bodies of pregnant and postpartum women. It is intended for the average woman who wants to maintain physical fitness and a healthy lifestyle during and after pregnancy. Classes are designed to provide the physical endurance needed for labor, birth and the post-delivery period. They may also help in reducing stress and preventing excess weight gain. These classes are held at an off-site location, near the hospital and make-up classes are permitted. Class run on Saturday mornings for 1 hour. Call for more information and to register.
Clinic Information 905-472-7534
Offered at the Markham Stouffville Hospital Breastfeeding Clinic are breastfeeding preparation classes for women who are 36-38 weeks pregnant. These classes are offered Saturdays from 2-3pm at a small cost. Call to register.
www.prenatalplus.com 905-830-1709
This centre offers a variety of free and paid workshops throughout the year. Workshops and classes cover topics such as; prenatal classes, breastfeeding, yoga, baby sign, mom&baby classes, infant massage, and pre/postnatal exercise classes. Call for more information and to register.
www.theconsciousbody.ca 905-493-6100
103 Mary Street W. 2nd & 3rd Floor Whitby, ON
Offering prenatal and postpartum massage therapy, childbirth classes, doula services, placenta encapsulation, birth pool rentals and monthly positive birth and parenting groups. Services offered in York Region, Durham Region, Northumberland and Peterborough.
1-800-361-5653
The Healthy Babies, Healthy Children Program is a confidential and voluntary home visiting origram for families who are pregnant or have children up to age six. Through this program a Public Health Nurse can link you to broad range of programs and services. For more information and to book a home visit call the Health Connection Line.
Clinic Information 905-472-7534
This clinic offers appointments with Lactation Consultants from 12-4pm on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday. Call to make an appointment.
Clinic Information 1-800-361-5653
Services are provided by Public Health Nurses from the York Region Community and Health Services Breastfeeding Program. Some of the Public Health Nurses are also International Board Certified Lactation Consultants. Clinics run in various locations throughout York Region (Georgina, markham, Newmarket, Richmond Hill, Vaughan) on weekdays. Morning and afternoon appointments are available. The clinic is offered free of cost, however appointments are needed. Call the Health Connection Line for more information and to book an appointment.
Program Information 1-800-361-5653
York Region Community and Health Services Department offers workshops at various locations in York Region.
Workshops are facilitated by Public Health Nurses for parents and caregivers who have children birth to one year of age. Topics include; attachment parenting, growth&development, infant sleep, positive discipline, parenting myths and more. For more information about programs and support groups in your area call the Health Connection Line.
All Our Kids programs welcome parents, grandparents, home child care providers, pregnant and parenting teens and their young children (birth to 6 years). These neighbourhood programs offer a chance to meet other parents and caregivers, let your kids play with other kids, take workshops, share stories, borrow child development and parenting resource materials, or just play with your kids and have a lot of fun! For more program information and times of operation, please contact the site you are interested in attending.
Markham 905-479-0002
Oak Ridges 905-883-6901
Vaughan-King-Aurora 905-856-5511
York North 905-853-0754
Thornhill 905-709-6159
The Ontario Early Years Centres are a place for children up to the age of six and their parents and caregivers to take part in programs and activities together. The Ontario Early Years Centres also bring together in one location information about children's services and programs in the community. If you have questions about your child's development, or want to know how to get information or services for your child aged 0-6 in your area contact your local centre.
310-2673 or 905-953-5412
Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
The MotHERS Program Smoking Information
The MotHERS Program website provides information on the risks of smoking during pregnancy. As well, it provides links to provincial and national programs for smoking cessation.
Helpline
1-866-937-7678
The Exercise & Pregnancy Helpline is a free service offering information to any pregnant or pre-pregnant woman who has questions related to exercise during pregnancy. This includes athletes, active women and those who want to begin an exercise routine during pregnancy. It is serviced by Sport CARE physicians, physiotherapists and athletic therapists and affiliated with Motherisk at the Hospital for Sick Children.
EatRightOntario.ca
1-877-510-5102
Call to speak with a registered dietitian for free.
www.lllc.ca
La Leche League Canada encourages, promotes and provides mother-to-mother breastfeeding support and educational opportunities as an important contribution to the health of children, families and society. They run local information and support groups in many communities throughout Canada.
MotherRisk.org
This program and website, run through Sick Kids Hospital in Toronto, is an excellent resource for information on what is safe when you are pregnant and breastfeeding.
1-877-439-2744 Motherisk Helpline
1-877-327-4636 Alcohol and Substance
1-800-436-8477 Morning Sickness
1-888-246-5840 HIV and HIV Treatment
Public Information
1-866-797-0000
Call to speak to a registered nurse for information about health related concerns. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Public Information
1-800-445-1822
Health Care Connect will refer Ontarians without a family health care provider to a family doctor or a nurse practitioner in their community who is accepting new patients.
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