The following is a list of resources that you may find useful if you are planning on having a baby in Haldimand or Norfolk County.
Pregnancy Care
Norfolk General Hospital
www.ngh.on.ca
519-426-0130
365 West Street, Simcoe, ON, N3Y 1T7
Midwives of East Erie
Hospital privileges at Brantford General Hospital, Niagara Health System St. Catharines Hospital Site, and Norfolk General Hospital
Simcoe Site:
519-426-6525
220 Victoria Street, Simcoe, ON, N3Y 4K2
Dunnville Site:
905-701-7428
340 Lock Street West, Dunnville, ON, N1A 1V5
Norfolk Roots Midwives
Hospital privileges at Norfolk General Hospital
100 Colborne Street North, Suite F
Simcoe, ON
N3Y 3V1
Phone: 519-428-1414
Fax: 519-428-1439
Prenatal Tours
Norfolk General Hospital
Tour Information 519-426-0130, ext. 1205
Moms and families are invited to arrange for a tour of the Obstetrical Unit. Tours are generally held on a monthly basis. Please call to book a tour.
Prenatal Resources
Preparation for Birth and Parenting Classes - Haldimand and Norfolk Health Unit
Class Information
Simcoe - 519-426-6170
Caledonia - 905-318-5367
Classes include the stages of labour, relaxation and breathing techniques, other comfort measures, medical interventions, pain relief, issues around safety and infant care, parenting, and breastfeeding. All classes are lead by a Public Health Nurse. Classes are available in Simcoe and Caledonia. Please register early as classes fill quickly.
Postpartum Resources
Well Baby/Breastfeeding Drop-In - Haldimand Norfolk Health Unit
The Drop-In is staffed by Public Health Nurses and Ontario Early Years Staff. Public Health Nurses are knowledgeable about breastfeeding, infant feeding, infant/child growth and development, and resources available within the community. Ontario Early Years staff can provide information on parenting and community resources. Together they provide both formal and informal support. Drop-in programs are offered in Caledonia, Dunnville, Simcoe, and Delhi. Follow the link above for more information.
Breastfeeding Support - Haldimand Norfolk Health Unit
Simcoe - 519-426-6170
Caledonia - 905-318-5367
Breastfeeding support is offered over the phone. If needed a home visit may be arranged.
EarlyON Child and Family Centres
EarlyON Centres are a place for children up to the age of six and their parents and caregivers to take part in programs and activities together. They bring together in one location information about children's services and programs in the community. If you have questions about your child's development, or want to know how to get information or services for your child aged 0-6 in your area contact your local centre.
Additional Resources
Smoke Free Resources - Haldimand Norfolk Health Unit
The Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit has various resources on quitting smoking such as video’s, quit kits, audio tapes, pamphlets, computer programs, books and more. Follow the link above for more information.
Questions on Healthy Eating? - Haldimand Norfolk Health Unit
519-426-6170 or 905-318-6623
Call to speak to a Public Health Dietitian.
Crisis Line - CAMHS Haldimand & Norfolk
1-866-487-2278
A 24-Hour Mental Health Crisis Line providing mental health crisis services and support to individuals 16 years of age and older. Experienced mental health professionals respond to telephone crisis calls and when appropriate provide face-to-face mental health assessments and short-term crisis counseling. Emotional support is provided for those persons in need - similar to a distress line. Persons do not need to be diagnosed with a mental health issue.