We care for families – right from the start
It is a privilege to share your birth experience at The Ottawa Hospital.
Our approach is family-centred – that means, we try to give you the kind of birth experience you want. We support your right to make decisions based on your own beliefs and values. We provide personal care, education and support according to your needs and wishes.
The first few days with your baby are important. Staying together is the best way to begin your first precious days as a family. We want you to have a great start together.
Our goals are to
Help you during your pregnancy, labour and birth
Provide a safe and caring environment
Help you with early parenting
Select a topic below to learn more.
Pregnancy Clinics
Explore our specialized clinics offering comprehensive care for pregnancy, from low-risk to high-risk and complex cases.
Team
Meet the diverse team of health-care professionals dedicated to supporting you and your baby throughout pregnancy, birth and postpartum care.
Coming to the Hospital
Find practical information to help you prepare for your hospital visit, including what to bring, C-section details, postpartum guidance, safety, and answers to FAQs.
Multiple Pregnancy
Learn how our team of specialized health-care professionals helps you navigate the potential challenges of a multiple pregnancy, delivery and early post-partum.
Bringing Baby Home
Learn what to expect after delivery, including registering your birth, accessing health records through MyChart and finishing final steps before going home.
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
Learn how our Neonatal Intensive Care and Special Care Nursery teams provide expert care for premature and medically complex newborns across The Ottawa Hospital and CHEO.
Resources
Browse our collection of education and resources on topics like pregnancy, nutrition, labour and delivery, breastfeeding, community resources and more.
COVID-19 Information and Resources for Expectant Parents
Get guidance and support for safely giving birth and caring for your newborn during COVID-19.
What to do in an emergency
For problems related to pregnancy:
- If you are less than 20 weeks pregnant: Go to the nearest Emergency Department
- If you are more than 20 weeks pregnant: Go to the Obstetrical Assessment Unit
If you think you are in labour, or if you have questions or concerns about your pregnancy, phone the Obstetrical Assessment Unit (Triage):
Civic Campus: 613-761-5112
General Campus: 613-737-8012
Nurses are available 24 hours a day to answer your questions. For problems not related to your pregnancy, go to a walk-in clinic or an emergency department.