Over 35? Yes, you can still have a healthy pregnancy and a healthy baby
Women over 35 will usually have healthy pregnancies and babies, but there are some increased risks. Continue reading
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Pregnant? Know your rights in the workplace
Are employers allowed to let go of an employee on maternity leave? It depends – so here’s what you need to know. Continue reading
A tough childhood could lead to difficult pregnancies later on: Calgary research
By Heather Yourex-West Network Digital Journalist: Alberta Correspondent
New research from the University of Calgary has found women who experience emotionally difficult times as children are more likely to have physical problems during pregnancy and emotional problems afterwards. Continue reading
Military couple poses for touching maternity photo while 10,000 km apart
Nicole and Wesley Bedwell’s unique way of incorporating the deployed dad into their first family photo is going viral. Continue reading
Why new moms should be checked for depression long before baby is born
By Heather Yourex-West Network Digital Journalist: Alberta Correspondent
Experts say up to 13 per cent of new mothers experience mild to severe forms of depression around the time of their pregnancy, but only a small number of those women ever get help. Continue reading
Slim pickings for Quebecers wanting to adopt internationally
By Anne Leclair Reporter
The Quebec government is responding after a Global News report about a Montreal woman who claims she has lost thousands of dollars and six years trying to adopt internationally. Continue reading
Jennifer Crosby: How baby Harlow entered the world in record time
By Jennifer Crosby Anchor
In a personal blog post, Global Edmonton anchor Jennifer Crosby talks about having her second daughter in record time. Continue reading
Rural mothers at higher risk of serious childbirth complications
The University of British Columbia study also finds babies of rural mothers are more at risk of morbidity and other illnesses. Continue reading
Carole Anne Devaney: Goodbye for now
By Carole Anne Devaney Anchor
In an honest, candid and encouraging blog post, Global Edmonton anchor Carole Anne Devaney says goodbye (for now) as she begins maternity leave #2. Continue reading
Record number of babies born at Edmonton hospital in June
There’s a baby boom going on at the Grey Nuns Hospital and some new arrivals from Fort McMurray contributed to the record-breaking month. Continue reading