Maternity Session

3D ultrasound is a great way to “meet” your growing baby while developing in the womb. See your baby’s first movements, growing limbs, and a hint of their personality as they wiggle and move on the ultrasound screen. These three Ottawa 3D ultrasound clinics provide spectacular services to families so they can get a sneak […]

Let’s be honest. The options for maternity clothes are not great. From weirdly cut t-shirts to tents that seem dedicated to hiding us from the rest of the world, it can be pretty frustrating to shop for clothes throughout these nine months. This is why I love stores that are dedicated to providing stylish clothes […]

Pregnancy, labor, and delivery are challenging times for women, so why not add another person to your support team to provide additional help, education, and encouragement? A doula just does that and can physically and emotionally support women and their partners during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum recovery. The Ottawa doulas at these three practices ensure […]

For women experiencing a standard, low-risk pregnancy, accessing the care of a midwife can be a great addition to her support team. A midwife specializes in women’s reproductive health and childbirth, able to provide care throughout pregnancy, during labor and delivery, and the postpartum recovery period. Midwives can provide specialty care for low-risk women, supporting […]

How and where you give birth matters. Hospital births aren’t for everyone, but some may hesitate to try a home birth. Birth centres are specially designed facilities where families can receive prenatal care and experience holistic labour and delivery accompanied by highly trained and qualified midwives. The Ottawa Birth and Wellness Centre commits to caring […]

When it comes to the world of maternity wear, the world is now every pregnant woman’s oyster. Gone are the days of shopping in a specialty maternity store or the cramped department of a big box chain. Instead, maternity wardrobes have become versatile with fun and elegant flowy pieces that you can still wear and […]