Pregnancy
Surrogacy delivery leaves Alberta family feeling like they weren’t parents
By Kim Smith Reporter
The intended parents said it took two-and-a-half hours after the birth of their son for them to meet him. Continue reading
Wait, There’s More podcast: Young, pregnant and in crisis
Walking through the wrong door changed the course of Diana McNally’s life. Continue reading
Soon to be Chilliwack mothers asked to go elsewhere due to obstetrician shortage
By Richard Zussman Online Journalist based at B.C. Legislature
Concerns are being raised in Chilliwack after pregnant women were asked not to come to Chilliwack General Hospital temporarily, beginning June 24. Continue reading
Advocates push provincial government for more midwives in New Brunswick
A consultant group will be publishing a report on the evaluation of midwifery care in the province. Continue reading
Nurse denies allegations in labour-inducing drug case at N.B hospital
The nurse, identified as Nicole Ruest, worked at the Horizon Health Network in Moncton, which has also denied all allegations of negligence. Continue reading
Baby bumps aren’t the same size — here’s why
There are multiple factors that can affect how big or small a bump looks. Continue reading
Giving birth top reason for hospitalization in Manitoba, despite birth rate decline in Canada
A new survey shows the most common reason to be hospitalized in Manitoba is for giving birth. Continue reading
Expectant couple angers neighbours after asking them to do their chores, cook their meals
“It definitely sounded like an entitled young couple who is going to be in for a rude awakening when the reality of parenting sets in,” one expert said. Continue reading
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How safe is it to take medication during pregnancy?
Many drugs aren’t tested on pregnant women, but that doesn’t always mean you should stop taking medication while pregnant. Continue reading
Doctors sound alarm after SickKids shuts down Motherisk program
The shutdown of a helpline that’s been crucial to some expectant and new mothers is conjuring reaction from the medical community. Continue reading