Women's Health Information

Pregnancy

The SOGC is recognized nationwide as the official voice for the specialty of obstetrics and gynaecology in Canada. As such, it has taken the lead role in the development of comprehensive public education initiatives. Listed below are grouping of concise medical information on topical women's health issues.

Healthy Beginnings - Third Edition From preconception to postnatal care, Healthy Beginnings is the ultimate guide to pregnancy and childbirth for Canada's mothers-to-be. read an excerpt

• Group B Streptococcus Infection in Pregnancy: GBS is a common bacterial infection carried by a mother that can harm her newborn child if not treated before she gives birth. Read about the test and the treatments.
• Nausea and Vomiting During Pregnancy: Nausea and vomiting are the most common complaints during the first three months of pregnancy. Learn ways to control and lessen the discomfort of morning sickness with tips from the SOGC.
• Multiple Birth
• Umbilical Cord Blood: The blood in a baby's umbilical cord contains high numbers of special cells called stem cells. If you choose, this blood can be stored and used in the future to treat children or their family members with deadly diseases including Leukemia and Lymphoma.
• Vaginal Birth After Cesarean Section (VBAC): Many women who have previously given birth through Cesarean section (C-section) can still safely give birth to a child through a normal vaginal delivery.
• Preterm Labour: Premature labour is one of the most common problems in pregnancy and it is the cause of 75 percent of all newborn deaths in babies born without birth defects.
• Ultrasound in Pregnancy: You are pregnant. Your health-care provider suggests you have an ultrasound. Learn more about it.

Last Updated April 9, 2008