Pregnancy resources
Frequently requested information about pregnancy
COVID-19 - FAQs about Pregnancy and Breastfeeding from the the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
General Pregnancy Information - from the Society of
Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada covering specific topics such as exercising, healthy eating, and working during your pregnancyMotherToBaby — well respected information on safety of medications in pregnancy and breastfeeding
Prenatal Screening Ontario — information on prenatal screening tests
Immunizations — information from the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) about vaccines and pregnancy
Travel — advice about travelling while pregnant from the Government of Canada
Toronto Public Health ― free online information and programs for pregnancy, parenting, and breastfeeding; includes contact information for the Public Health nurse
Michael Garron Hospital specific information
Prenatal classes & Labour support
Bloom — privately run prenatal and postpartum education classes
Discover Birth - online prenatal classes, doula services
Durham Region Online Prenatal Classes ― free online prenatal classes
Michael Garron Hospital Prenatal Classes ― online prenatal classes
Toronto Public Health Online Prenatal Classes ― free online prenatal classes
Yogamamas ― online prenatal classes, doula services
Pelvic Physiotherapy
For Health's Sake - virtual care options available
Proactive Pelvic Health Centre - virtual care options available
Breastfeeding
General Information - from Toronto Public Health
Michael Garron Hospital Breastfeeding Clinic — open to all families regardless of where delivery occurred
Special Topics
Labour Support — consider doula care for additional support during your pregnancy, labour and post-partum journey
Postpartum support
Postpartum Adjustment Support — program at the South Riverdale Community Health Centre
Postpartum Support for Men — fathers need assistance too
MumNet — a way to meet other new moms
Intimate Partner Violence Resources
Women's College Hospital Sexual Assault/Domestic Violence Care Centre
Information on Intimate Partner Abuse— from the Government of Ontario
Shelter Safe - a 24/7 phone and online resource to help women and their children seeking safety from abuse for yourself or someone you know who may need support
Miscarriage and Infant Loss
Pregnancy & Infant Loss Network — organization for families dealing with pregnancy and infant loss
Mount Sinai Late Loss Bereavement Support Group — for women who have experienced recent late pregnancy or neonatal loss
North York General Late Loss Bereavement Support Group — for women who have experienced recent late pregnancy or neonatal loss