Disclaimer

The purpose of this prenatal curriculum is to provide evidence-informed information and education on pregnancy, labour and birth, and newborn and postpartum care to pregnant women/people, their partners or supports and perinatal health care professionals in British Columbia. This curriculum is in alignment with the Perinatal Services BC Perinatal and Newborn Health HUB, Baby’s Best Chance and Healthlink BC. Contributions to the content were provided by subject matter experts. The review process included internal review by an interdisciplinary health-care team at Perinatal Services BC (PSBC) and external review by interdisciplinary health care professionals from across the province to assure accuracy and relevance. Additionally, the PSBC Community Advisory Committee, our parent partners, provided extensive feedback and input throughout the development of the curriculum. This content uses the best available knowledge and resources at the time of publication. The PSBC Pregnancy and Parent Learning Centre content is intended to provide information and education only and should not be used in place of health care professional advice or care. Please consult a health care professional in your area regarding any concerns you may have. 

Perinatal Services BC is not liable for any damages, claims, liabilities, costs, or obligations arising from the use of this learning centre including loss or damages from any claims made by a third party. PSBC also assumes no responsibility or liability for changes made to this document (content topic) without its consent. 

Who This is For

  • Pregnant people
  • Partners, caregivers and supports
  • Parents with babies
  • Grandparents, aunties, uncles and all extended family however that might look for you
  • Others who may spend time with you and your baby so they can support your pregnancy, labour and birth and parenting journey
  • Health care providers
  • Elders and Knowledge Keepers