"I am pregnant but I don't have a family doctor..."
I am three months pregnant with my first child. I recently got an Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) card, but I do not have a family doctor. I do not know to access the care I need for me and my baby.
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Google Translate :انقر هنا لاستخدام خدمة ترجمة جوجل لمساعدتك في ترجمة محتوى هذه الصفحة.
Google Translate :برای استفاده از مترجم گوگل و ترجمه محتوای این صفحه، اینجا کلیک کنید.
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For more information on programs and services that can help in this situation, please visit the websites or call the telephone numbers listed below.
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Community Health Centres - Toronto Central Healthline has a list of Community Health Centres located in North York. These centres provide care to individuals with and without OHIP.
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Prenatal Classes and Programs in North York - Toronto Central Healthline has a list of prenatal programs and classes in North York that offer education, information and advice to pregnant people and their partners.
If you don't have a family doctor...
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North York General Hospital provides a list of family doctors and pediatricians in the greater North York area for new parents who do not have a family doctor.
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Have a nurse find you a doctor or nurse practitioner through Health Care Connect - The Government of Ontario provides information and links to register online for Health Care Connect which can significantly increase your chances finding a provider. Visit the link or register by phone by calling 811.
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Choosing a Prenatal Health Care Provider - This Toronto Public Health resource provides information on the different types of prenatal health care providers - doctors, midwives, nurse practitioners, doulas - and how to find them.
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Postpartum Support Group - North York General Hospital hosts a free, self-referring virtual support group for individuals experiencing symptoms of postpartum anxiety, postpartum depression and/or would like support coping with a newborn.