Many mothers are still able to accomplish their dreams with a child. There are a lot of resources available to help new mothers. There may be many you haven’t even heard of. These resources may be available through hospitals, government agencies, non-profit organizations, grocery stores, etc. The Pregnancy Care Centre, and The Gianna Centre are both places that offer emotional support, parenting and prenatal classes, help with housing, materials goods, volunteer advocates, and other pre- and post-partum resources. If you want to know more about what resources are available to you to help you call us at 780-421-9941.

Approximately 50% of pregnancies in Alberta are unplanned. Children conceived and born who were not planned have just as much value as those who are.

You are not alone, even if your partner or your family doesn’t support you. There are people in your community, including us, who want to help you and accompany you through your pregnancy and after your child is born. We understand the unique challenges for single parents to overcome and we would love to connect you with the resources that can make parenting as easy as possible.

Check out inform Alberta and organizations like the Pregnancy Care Centre, Gianna Centre, Terra Centre, Stepping Stones, or churches that are willing to help you raise your baby! Make an appointment and we can put you in contact with people who want to help you.

As long as it’s safe, it’s best to be honest and tell them as soon as it’s practical. Ways of sharing the news can include telling them in person, over the phone, writing them a letter, etc. If you are very anxious, a trusted friend could be present for support. If you need help planning a way to tell them or if you think they’ll react poorly, contact us and we can support you in making a plan.

There are many community and governmental resources available to help you. Maternity and baby supplies including clothing, diapers, toys, blankets, and more can be provided for free or at a low cost by us or our partners. There are also low-income housing grants, and tax credits available through the Provincial and Federal government that you may qualify for. We are happy to go through your situation with you and help you find support.

Becoming a mother is a life-changing experience. Almost every single woman worries that they will not know how to be a quality mother, especially those with backgrounds of family trauma. Everyone’s difficulties and doubts will be different, but we will work with you and refer you to services that will help you feel empowered. You can do it; remember you’re made for this!

Yes! No matter where you are in your educational journey, you can finish your education if you are pregnant or parenting. For high school students, you can speak to a representative at the Terra Centre here in Edmonton to learn about the Braemar school that is designed specifically for high school parents. If you find yourself pregnant in college or university and are worried, make an appointment for information on the available post secondary supports. Many people graduate university and college programs with young children. You can too.

Under Alberta employment standards, an employer cannot discriminate against, lay off, terminate or require an employee to resign because of pregnancy or childbirth. Click here for more information on maternity leave in Alberta.

If you are pregnant, you have the ability to be a mother, in fact, you already are! While you may face different obstacles during pregnancy and child rearing depending on your age, we can help you figure out solutions.

This can mean a lot of different things. Please give us a call 780-421-9941 to let us know more about the specific situation. We’d love to help you get a second opinion from a qualified OB/GYN.

Most women experience significant physical changes during pregnancy that can last anywhere from a few months to several years, depending on a variety of factors. This is not surprising, considering that pregnancy involves growing a tiny, unique, and complex human being in less than a year. It is normal to feel apprehensive about these changes, especially when they are new and unfamiliar. It’s important to remember that your postpartum body is temporary, while the side effects of abortion can be permanent.