The following is a list of resources you may find useful if you are planning on having a baby in the District of Algoma.
Pregnancy Resources
Lady Dunn Health Centre
www.ldhc.com
705-856-2335
17 Government Road, Wawa, ON, P0S 1K0
Sault Area Hospital
www.sah.on.ca
705-759-3434
750 Great Northern Road, Sault Ste. Marie, ON, P6B 0A8
St. Joseph's General Hospital Elliot Lake
www.sjgh.ca
705-848-7182
70 Spine Road, Elliot Lake, ON, P5A 1X2
Midwives of Algoma
www.midwivesofalgoma.ca
705-253-4158
mwalgoma@shaw.ca
111 Elgin Street, Suite 306, Sault Ste. Marie, ON, P6A 6L6
Hospital privileges at Sault Area Hospital
Prenatal Tours
Pre-Admission Session and Tour - Sault Area Hospital
Tour Information 705-759-3810
This visit is a pre-admission appointment that prepares both the expectant parents and the healthcare team for the birth of your child. During your visit to the Prenatal Pre-Admission Session and Tour, a registered nurse will provide you with an information package outlining common questions regarding your personal care and that of your newborn infant. You do not need a referral to attend. Expectant parents are asked to call as soon as possible after 20 weeks gestation to schedule your prenatal pre-admission education class and tour.
Prenatal Resources
Prepared Childbirth Classes - Women's Health Centre
705-759-5552
A series of six classes are offered to prepare expectant parents for the birth experience. Classes are held Thursdays from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Y.M.C.A. (teen room). Body building exercises, relaxation and breathing techniques are taught to assist the pregnant woman during labour and delivery. The classes are most effective if taken in the last two months of your pregnancy and are taught by a registered nurse. Cost is $35/couple for enrollees of the Group Health Centre and $40.00/couple for non-enrollees. Please call the Women’s Health Centre to register for this class or if you need further information.
Breastfeeding Class - Women's Health Centre
705-759-5552
This is a single session program held monthly at the Women’s Health Centre from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., always on a Monday. The class is intended as an introduction to breastfeeding. Prenatal preparation of the breasts, proper latching and other breastfeeding techniques will be discussed. A video will be shown prior to the class at the Women’s Health Centre. Please bring a doll or teddy bear to class. There is no fee for this class, please call the Women’s Health Centre at 759-5552 to register or for more information.
Nurse Practitioner Clinic
126 Queen Street East, Sault Ste. Marie
705-541-7101
The Nurse Practitioner Clinic is available to expectant mothers and caregivers with children under 6 years of age, who live in the Sault Ste. Marie and surrounding area, and who have no family physician. The clinic may provide postpartum care for mom, birth control, pap smears, screening for possible health problems, well baby care, immunizations, monitoring of growth and developments of children, treatment of common problems. Call the Parent Child Information Line to book your appointment.
Postpartum Resources
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 Information
Recreation Directories - Gateway Algoma
Visit link for activities, sports, and recreational programs offered in your region.
Walking Trails - Northern Ontario Trails
The Ontario Trails Council has created a comprehensive trail resource for Northern Ontario. Follow the link above for information on trails in your area.
24 Hour Crisis Services - Sault Area Hospital
705-859-3398 or 1-800-721-0077