RESOURCES FOR YOU
First Trimester
What we'll talk about at your first appointment:
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What registered midwives do and what to expect from our team
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How this pregnancy is going so far
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Your medical history and your family history
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Routine bloodwork and ultrasounds
Other helpful resources:
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www.PregnancyHub.org
- Free resources, events/classes and services for people who are pregnant, postpartum, and newly parenting with infants up to 12 months old who are residents of BC
Second Trimester
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Prenatal classes - now is the time to book! We recommend everyone takes a prenatal class if this will be your first baby. Local classes can be found at: https://journeyofbirth.ca/. Everyone deserves access to quality prenatal education - please speak to your midwife if you would like to take a class but need help to cover the cost.
Labour & Birth
Home Birth Information
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Childbirth Education Classes in Nanaimo:
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Cesarean Section Information
Newborn, Children, Parenting
Breast/Chest Feeding
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More Milk Sooner (we can provide supplies @ the clinic)
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Dr. Cynthia Landy- Lotus Lactation (can be covered under MSP with a referral from your provider)
Mood
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Coping with depression during pregnancy and following the birth
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Coping with anxiety during pregnancy and following the birth
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Counselling Resources (Private Pay)​​