Sunnybrook experts answer your questions about pregnancy, breastfeeding, fertility and the COVID-19 vaccine.
Pregnancy
Preeclampsia can have a lasting impact
Clinicians hope to raise awareness around preeclampsia and the health impact it can have later on in a woman's life
To those experiencing pregnancy or infant loss, you are not alone: One mother shares her advice for coping
I woke up this morning to the news of Chrissy Teigen’s pregnancy loss. My heart ached for her and her family, and I was instantly transported back to...
Pap tests save lives: Colleen’s cancer and pregnancy story
Colleen's care team delivered her baby by Caesarian section and then performed a radical hysterectomy the same day.
Having twins during a pandemic: Victoria’s story
Victoria assumed learning she was having identical twins would be the biggest surprise of her pregnancy. Then COVID-19 hit.
How Ontario’s health care system supported Sara through a high-risk pregnancy
"I am beyond thankful for the medical care I received in Sudbury at Health Sciences North, from the Ornge flight paramedics, the birthing team at...
For grieving parents, October 15 is a day of remembrance
For families, Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day is both healing and inspirational after losing a pregnancy or having a stillbirth.
Caring for families experiencing a loss
When asked about her work, Dianne Sidders responds with a huge smile. “It’s the best job in the world,” she says. As a registered nurse and lactation...
Eating for three: what to eat when you’re pregnant with twins
I’m pregnant with twins. What do I eat and how much weight should I gain? When pregnant with twins, trying to get a balanced diet with enough...
Coping with stillbirth — one dad’s advice for fathers and non-birthing partners
"Everyone turns to the dad or non-birthing partner to be ‘the strong one’ and you feel a huge weight on your shoulders. But you need to let yourself...