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Pregnancy Resources

Books

Bringing up Bébé

By Pamela Druckerman

The Girlfriend's Guide to Pregnancy

By Vicky Iovine

What to Expect When Your'e Expecting

By Heidi Murkoff with Sharon Mazel

Pamphlets

Alcohol & Pregnancy

A resource centred on the use of alcohol during pregnancy

Source:  The Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada

Exercises During Pregnancy

10 simple exercises to keep you well during pregnancy

Source:  Various websites

Growing Together During Pregnancy

A review of changes to your baby through pregnancy.

Source: The Ottawa Hospital

Guide to Understanding Prenatal Screening Tests

A review of the conditions screening for by the various available prenatal screening tests.

Source:  Genetics Education Canada - Knowledge Organization

Healthy Eating During Pregnancy

A balanced diet, regular exercise and health body weight promote good health before and during pregnancy.

Source:  The society of Gynaecologists and Obstetricians of Canada

Nausea and Vomiting in Pregnancy

A normal part of pregnancy, but there are steps you can take to feel better.

Source:  The society of Gynaecologists and Obstetricians of Canada

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

A pocket guide for those planning to breastfeed with information during pregnancy and beyond.

Source:  Sainte-Justine Mother and Child University Hospital Centre. Université du Montreal

Preterm Labour Signs & Symptoms

What is preterm labour and what does it mean for my baby?

Source:  Best Start by Health Nexus

About the Toronto Birth Centre

An option for midwife delivery of normal, uncomplicated births.

Source:  torontobirthcentre.ca

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