Prenatal Health Information

Your health during pregnancy and the health of your baby in the early years of life provide a firm foundation for your child’s future.

Parents face a big responsibility in caring for each other and their children. Prenatal information and support can help parents build a healthy family life and ease the early challenges of parenting.

There is no safe amount or time to drink alcohol during pregnancy and in fact, should be stopped before planning a pregnancy. Alcohol consumed during fetal development can present many risks to the unborn baby including brain damage and birth defects.  Have an alcohol-free pregnancy - prevent Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD).

Resources for Parents

Free On-line Prenatal Course

Free Prenatal Classes at Grey Bruce Health Services Owen Sound

Healthy Beginnings, a Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program

Breastfeeding

2019 Canadian Guideline for Physical Activity throughout Pregnancy

Prenatal Physical and Emotional Fitness

• PowerPoint slides in PDF format
• PowerPoint notes in PDF format
• Module Outline in PDF format
• Physical Activity Resources - Best Start

Let’s Grow is an email resources and information for parents.

Healthy Babies, Healthy Children Home Visiting Program

A Healthy Start for Baby and Me - An easy to read book about pregnancy and birth which contains the following information and more;

• Warning Signs During Pregnancy
• How Will I Know If I am in Labour?
• How Will Labour Progress?
• Breathing Techniques for Pregnancy, Labour and Delivery
• Comfort Suggestions for Labour
• Reminder Sheet for Birth Partner
• Packing Mom’s Suitcase
• Caesarian Birth

Prenatal Classes Offered in Grey Bruce

*All Classes Include a Breastfeeding Component

Information for Expectant Parents

Labour and Delivery

• Grey Bruce Health Services - Owen Sound Birthing Unit Tour Video
• South Bruce Grey Health Care - Walkerton Family Birthing Centre

Infant Characteristics and Care

• Your Newborn at Birth - Visit the Infant section for more information

Adjusting to Parenthood

• Postpartum Emotional Changes
• Fathers
• Tips for New Parents