Learn about the definition of and the causes and medical conditions associated with prematurity.
Learn about strokes occurring in newborns. Stroke is caused by a blockage of the blood vessels in the brain and can happen at any age. Stroke occurs as frequently in newborns as in the elderly, yet it often goes unrecognized and untreated.
Genetic counselling is a process that provides information and support to individuals and families at risk of, or with, a genetic condition.
A premature baby is susceptible to infection because their immune system is immature. Read more about infections and the immune system of premature babies.
Learn about the supports available to families coping with pregnancy and infant loss, including perinatal palliative care.
June is Spina Bifida Awareness Month. Learn about the four different types of spina bifida, their causes and how it is diagnosed.
Contraception is used to prevent pregnancy. Learn about the different types of contraception including how they work and how you can get them.
Information for parents about trisomy 13, a rare genetic condition that causes developmental delay and affects many different organ systems.
Find out about fetal and neonatal alloimmune thrombocytopenia (FNAIT), including its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, prevention and treatment.
Transposition of the great arteries (TGA) is a condition where the arteries connected to the heart are in the wrong spot. Learn about the diagnosis, treatment and what you can expect in the future.
Learn about hemolytic disease of the fetus and newborn and ABO incompatibility and how it can affect your fetus and/or newborn, as well as how it is treated.
If you are infected with HIV and pregnant, learn how certain medicines can lower the risk of passing HIV on to your baby.
Nutrition plays an important role in supporting a healthy pregnancy. Find out how to get the right nutrients to support you and your baby.
Information for parents about trisomy 18, a rare genetic condition that causes developmental delay and affects many different organ systems.
Menstruation is experienced by people with female reproductive systems. Learn about menstruation and what makes up a normal menstrual cycle.
Very premature babies are at risk for metabolic bone disease, a condition that affects their bone health and increases the risk of fractures.
Learn how unrelated donors are found, before your child's blood and marrow transplant.
September is FASD Awareness Month. Learn about the effects of drinking alcohol during pregnancy and how to help a child with FASD.
If you are sexually active, there is a risk that you could get pregnant or get your partner pregnant. This page provides answers to some common questions you may have about pregnancy.
Learn about the different parts of the male and female reproductive systems, including the proper terminology for reproductive organs and genitals.
Discover the role of folate in the body and how to get enough in your diet.
Read about various types of congenital malformations of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract.
Learn about patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) in premature babies and the treatments available for it.
