The following is a list of resources you may find useful if you are planning on having a baby in Huron County.
Pregnancy Care
Alexandra Marine & General Hospital
www.amgh.ca
519-524-8689, ext. 5271
120 Napier Street, Goderich, ON, N7A 1W5
Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance
Clinton Public Hospital
519-482-3440, ext. 6234
98 Shipley Street, Clinton, ON
St Marys Memorial Hospital
519-284-1332
267 Queen St. W., St Marys, ON
Seaforth Community Hospital
519-527-1650
24 Centennial Dr., Seaforth, ON
Stratford General Hospital
519-272-8210
46 General Hospital Dr., Stratford, ON
Huron Midwives
519-523-9111 Email: huronmidwifery@tcc.on.ca
308 Blyth Rd RR1,
Blyth, ON
Hospital privileges at Clinton Public Hospital and Stratford General Hospital
Prenatal Resources
Huron Perth Public Health Unit
519-482-3416
Registered Nurses are available to provide information about health issues and community services.
Prenatal Classes - Huron Perth Public Health Unit
Class Information 1-888-221-2133
This prenatal education program is geared towards expectant parents in the second and third trimester of pregnancy. These sessions focus on aspects of labour and birth, breastfeeding, what to expect after delivery and bringing baby home. Follow the link above for more information and to register.
eLearning Prenatal Program - Huron Perth Public Health Unit
Program Information 1-888-221-2133 ext. 3224
Online pregnancy to postpartum education program will help you prepare for baby. The program can be done at your own pace. Each eLearning module includes videos, 3D animations, learning activities, fun quizzes, helpful web links, downloadable PDFs, and a Parent’s Toolbox loaded with interactive tools. Once you register, we will contact you with your log-in information to access the material and you will have free, one-year access.The course is easily accessible from your computer, tablet or phone. Follow the link above for more information and to register.
Postpartum Resources
Healthy Babies, Healthy Children - Huron Perth Public Health Unit
Program Information 1-888-221-2133
Healthy Babies Healthy Children is a free, voluntary program for expectant parents and families with children from birth up to 6 years of age. The program involves providing information and support on: prenatal health, breastfeeding, children's healthy growth and development, positive parenting, healthy parent-child relationships, and support to access other community programs and services. A public health nurse will contact you after the birth of your baby to ensure you have the information and support you need for your new baby. You may also be offered a home visit from a public health nurse, with an option for ongoing home visiting. Visit link or phone for more information and to register.
Breastfeeding Clinics - Huron Perth Public Health Unit
Clinic Information 1-888-221-2133
Breastfeeding support is available in Huron and Perth counties. You can speak with lactation consultants and/or public health nurses. You can also call the Health Line with any infant feeding questions. Follow the link above for more information and breastfeeding resources.
Rural Response for Health Children
Program Information 519-482-3416
Parent Support Program (in home), Family Ties Program (community) and Father Involvement and Parent Support. Check out the schedule in your area. Follow the link above or call for more information.
Giddy Up Let's Grow Newsletter - Huron Perth Public Health Unit
Program Information 1-888-221-2133
Let's Grow is a free e-newsletter about parenting information and services. Each e-newsletter is written by a parent - like you - and has links to age-appropriate growth, development, and parenting information, as well as to community services. For more information and to receive the newsletters register at letsgrow@huroncounty.ca.
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
Car Seat Safety - Huron Perth Public Health Unit
This resource provides important information about child health and safety including how to properly choose, install, and use a car seat, as well as safety in the home.Visit link for more information.
Huron Perth Community Mental Health Services
1-888-829-7484
A 24 hour crisis line and counselling service for individuals in acute emotional distress and/or with mental illness. Face-to-face assessment and counselling is available 7 days a week in the local community.