NEWBORN

Screen Your Baby for 200+ Treatable Conditions

INFANT is a research study evaluating a new kind of newborn screening called genomic newborn screening (gNBS), which looks at a baby’s DNA for a wider range of health conditions than standard newborn screening.

Now Available

Fetal Blood Type Screening

Two new publicly funded tests that can predict fetal blood type are now available in Ontario. Learn how these innovative tests support more personalized care.

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OMama is a website and app for pregnancy, birth, and early parenting.
The app has easy-to-find information, available 24/7 to support you anytime.

Pre-Pregnancy

Choosing a Health Care Provider

You can choose a doctor or midwife for pregnancy care.
Some nurses also provide prenatal and postnatal care.

Newborn

Parental Leave and Family Benefits

When to stop working depends on your health and job type.
Learn about tax credits, family resources, and parental benefits in Ontario.

Pregnancy Plan

Pregnancy and Immunization

Getting vaccinated during pregnancy helps keep you healthy.
It also gives your baby protection and helps stop the spread of germs.

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Late Pregnancy

When to Call Your Health Care Provider

Many people may stay at home during early labour. Early labour can last many hours or days and is a normal part of the birthing process. However, during this time, it is important to know when to call your health care provider and how to rest and conserve your energy.

Better Outcomes Registry & Network

BORN Ontario

BORN is Ontario’s pregnancy, birth and childhood registry and network. By collecting, interpreting, sharing, and protecting data from every birth, BORN helps improve the health of pregnant/birthing individuals, newborns, children, and families.

Prenatal Screening Ontario

PSO

PSO, funded by the Government of Ontario, coordinates prenatal screening services and supports a cohesive, high-quality system. It is Ontario’s key resource for pregnant individuals, families, and health-care professionals seeking information and updates.

Prenatal Screening Ontario

My Screening Pathway

My Screening Pathway was created as a resource for pregnant people in Ontario to learn about and discuss their prenatal screening options with a health-care provider.

Quick Links

Every pregnancy and parenting journey is unique. Explore trusted OMama resources on culturally safe care, healthy living, and newborn health.

Fetal Assessment

Newborn Screening

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