Pregnancy

Health Before Pregnancy

Thinking about having a baby? Check out this website: Health Before Pregnancy.            It discusses important topics such as:

• Taking a Prenatal Vitamin with Folic Acid to reduce the risks of birth defects
• Unsafe Foods
• Prenatal Care
• Safety
• Alcohol and Smoking
• and more!

Health During Pregnancy

As an expectant parent, it’s normal to feel excited, nervous, and even a bit overwhelmed as you adjust to the many changes that pregnancy brings. Peterborough Public Health is your one-stop source for programs that educate, empower, and support you to have a healthy pregnancy, prepare for birth, and care for your newborn. See below for some helpful resources:

• Advice for Mothers concerning COVID-19
• Your Guide to a Healthy Pregnancy
• Online Prenatal Classes
• In-Person Prenatal Classes (Currently Suspended)
• Prenatal Classes for Young Parents (Currently Suspended)
• Healthy Babies Healthy Children
• What’s Available When You’re Having a Baby

Health After Pregnancy

Learning about what to expect after your baby arrives will help you feel more prepared to care for, feed your newborn, handle postpartum changes, and adjust to becoming a new parent. You can learn more in our Prenatal Classes. You can also visit Parenting in Peterborough to learn more.