Always remember that you are not alone and it is important to get the proper support.
Unplanned Pregnancy?
Having to make unexpected decisions about health issues is often difficult and making a decision about an unplanned pregnancy is no different. Depending on individual circumstances, an unplanned pregnancy can be a happy surprise or an unwelcome and difficult situation to face. Every situation is unique and your experience will not be the same as someone else’s. Your personal values, beliefs, and stage in life will likely influence your choice of whether to continue with the pregnancy, or not. The most important thing to remember is that the decision is yours. The Society of Obstetricians and Gynecologists of Canada (SOGC) supports a woman’s right to choose when and if she has children.
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- Teenage pregnancy: 6 suggestions for telling your parents
- I’m a teenager. How can I tell my parents I’m pregnant?
- I think I’m pregnant. Now what?
- Pregnancy options
Prenatal Classes
Online and in person group prenatal classes cover the following topics:
- Baby’s growth and development
- Healthy eating
- Changes during pregnancy
- Physical activity
- Labour and birth
- Breastfeeding
- Recovery after birth
- Caring for baby
- Infant safety
- Parenting
Parenting Classes
The City of Hamilton offers the following parenting groups:
- Parenting with L.O.V.E for parents with children under age six
- Group Triple P for parents of children ages two to six
- Triple P Discussion Groups for parents of children ages two to six
Resources
Atwell Centre is a safe and non-judgmental environment that provides women and men with support while exploring pregnancy options, testing for sexually transmitted infections, questions post abortion and information around sexual health. Whatever situation you may be in, we’re here to offer our support and guidance during challenging times. Hamilton and Oakville clinics are safe spaces with professional services with a dedicated staff of registered nurses and social workers that you can trust.
Hamilton Women’s Clinic (H.W.C.) is a clinic providing safe and confidential abortions and reproductive health services to women in Southern Ontario.
Pregnancy termination and reproductive health services include:
- counselling
- contraception
- post-termination care
- Mifegymiso termination medication
- prescription for contraception
- ultrasound imaging
- after hours telephone advice
The Hamilton Midwives provide all of the prenatal, labour, birth and postpartum care that a healthy pregnant person needs.
Their care is FREE even if you don’t have OHIP. You don’t need a doctor’s referral, just complete their online form or give them a call.
Grace Haven offers young pregnant and parenting moms looking for a flexible school alternative help them earn their Ontario Secondary School Diploma with the support of the Salvation Army staff.
For more information:
138 Herkimer Street
Hamilton, ON L8P 2H1
Call: 905-522-7336
Text: 289-768-0750
Email: info@gracehavenhamilton.org
Twitter:@GHavenSchool
Facebook: Grace Haven
Hamilton Child Care Registry is an online centralized registry that makes registering and apply for licensed child care simple and convenient.
- Find child care programs close to your home, school or work
- Apply to multiple licensed child care programs with one application
- Access your online application anywhere, anytime
- Do you need financial assistance for child care? Apply online for child care fee subsidy using your Hamilton Child Care Registry Account. The Child Care Subsidy Calculator will let you know if you may be eligible for financial support for your childcare.
- For technical support with your application, email support@onehsn.com or call 1-888-722-1540
Ontario’s Healthy Babies Healthy Children Program is designed to help children get a healthy start in life. The program does this by helping infants and children up to age six and their families through:
- Screening and assessments to see if there are any risks that could affect a child’s healthy development and referrals to community programs and services
- Supports for new parents
- Help in finding community programs and resources on all kinds of subjects such as: breastfeeding, nutrition and health services, parenting programs and family literacy programs
It is a free and voluntary program for:
- Pregnant moms, and
- Families with young children up to the age of six
Parenting education programs provide classes, individual consultation or other educational opportunities for parents or potential parents who want to acquire the knowledge and skills to be effective in their parenting role. Find more information at hnhbhealthline.ca.
