In Hospital
Pregnant individuals who may need to be admitted to the Antepartum unit may be experiencing:
- Preterm labour (contractions before 37 weeks of pregnancy)
- Premature rupture of membranes (unexpected “water bag” leak)
- Bleeding
- High blood pressure
- Diabetes management
- Smaller than expected baby growth
- Multiple pregnancy (more than one baby)
- Polyhydramnious (more than the normal amount of fluid around the baby)
- Fetal conditions (e.g. cardiac concerns, anemia)
- Ongoing hyperemesis (constant nausea and vomiting)
Individuals with a medical or surgical concern such as:
- Chronic pain (e.g. back pain)
- Kidney conditions
- Cardiac/lung conditions
- Physical challenge (e.g. paraplegia)
- Post surgical procedures
Your Midwife or Family Doctor, in consultation with an Obstetrician or Perinatologist, will continue to care for you while you receive care on the Antepartum Unit. Care providers are available twenty-four hours a day.
