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Can I use pot if I’m pregnant?

Recent studies published by the American Medical Association show an uptick in cannabis usage during pregnancy, often to combat symptoms like morning sickness. Research on pot use during pregnancy is...

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New birthing clinic helps new moms get home quicker after delivery

A new birthing clinic at Trillium Health Partners in Mississauga is helping expectant mothers achieve peace of mind in this COVID-19 climate. It allows some new moms to leave the hospital only a few...

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Pregnant women moved to highest risk category for vaccine eligibility

Pregnant women are now eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine as the province has moved pregnancy to the highest risk category for vaccine eligibility in Ontario. The province has made the change in...

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Aug. 28 – Pregnancy weight gain

Today’s Parent content and products director Nadine Silverthorne offers ideal guidelines to pregnancy weight gain. Reported by Anne Lavrih....

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Nov. 20: Comments about pregnancy baby bump

Today’s Parent looks at the comments and questions pregnant women can expect to receive about their baby bump. Reported by Anne Lavrih....

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Dec. 17: Chlamydia cases, 4D ultrasounds, stroke treatment

For the first time in three decades, chlamydia, the most common sexually transmitted disease in the U.S. is a little less common Warning from the FDA about mothers-to-be getting what are 4D...

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Jan. 8: Pregnancy glow

Today’s Parent says pregnancy hormones can a cause a variety issues to your skin and hair. Reported by Anne Lavrih....

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Feb. 25: Space heater recall, anti-bullying, early-term deliveries

Loblaw recalling Everyday Essentials Space Heater with Fan due to a potential fire hazard Wednesday was a day to wear pink and show your support for anti-bullying programs Some women are opting to...

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March 17: Prenatal prep

Whether it’s your first baby or your third, there’s a prenatal class just for you. Reported by Anne Lavrih....

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Ontario women get free access to abortion pill as of Aug. 10

Women in Ontario will be able to get an abortion pill for free with a prescription as of Aug. 10. Mifegymiso, an alternative to surgical abortion, is a combination of the drugs mifepristone and...

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New father prods Sobeys about mothers-only parking spot

A father who was irked at a parking spot for new mothers at a P.E.I. grocery store has seemingly prodded Sobeys to include new dads too. On Monday, Justin Simard was on his way to drop off his...

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The illusion of choice: Canadian women stonewalled when it comes to...

EDITOR’S NOTE: Some names have been changed to protect the women who wanted to stay anonymous. CALGARY – “‘You’re not going to find a doctor who’s going to be willing to do this. You’re too young.’”...

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The doctor who’s delivering kidney patients’ miracle babies

Esther Aina had only been married for a year when she learned she not only had Lupus but stage-four chronic kidney disease. At risk was not only her health but a lifelong dream: parenthood. “I remember...

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Third vaccine dose safe ‘in general,’ no specific studies in pregnant people

We know you have concerns about the ongoing coronavirus pandemic and we’re working to get you answers, straight from the most trusted sources in a series of LIVE Q&As where experts and officials...

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Hospitals urge pregnant people to get vaccine, cite rising infant COVID-19...

A group of Ontario hospitals is urging pregnant people to get vaccinated against COVID-19, citing recent infant hospitalizations due to the disease. Toronto’s Hospital for Sick Children, McMaster...

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