This page is for informational purposes only and does not replace the advice and judgment of a healthcare professional.
You are pregnant ! What now ?
Your pregnancy test is positive at the pharmacy. Congratulations!
But you don't know what to do next.
You will need to:
Confirm your pregnancy with a blood test
Find a doctor who will monitor your pregnancy
If this news is less welcome for you and you wish to consider your options for voluntary termination of pregnancy, please consult the resources section below.
Finding a Physician
To find an obstetrician (gynecologist or family doctor), you can:
Consult a list of delivering physicians at your local hospital.
Request a referral list from your CLSC.
Check the list of resources below if you are in our area.
The GMF Centre Médicale Métro Monk is not currently providing pregnancy follow-up.
Some recommendations:
Consider starting a prenatal vitamin. Your community pharmacist can help you choose one.
Avoid toxic substances such as alcohol, drugs, and tobacco. There is no safe amount to consume during pregnancy. For a complete list of foods to avoid, consult https://www.inspq.qc.ca/mieux-vivre/grossesse/l-alimentation-pendant-grossesse/prevention-infections-d-origine-alimentaire
If you have other questions or urgent issues, such as unsafe work conditions for your pregnancy, consult via 811 or visit a walk-in clinic earlier.
For more information about your pregnancy, normal pregnancy symptoms, and general advice, here is a useful resource: https://www.inspq.qc.ca/mieux-vivre
Ressources
List of delivering physicians in the Verdun RLS: coming soon
Abortion, IVG, and emergency contraception centers: coming soon
Bibliography:
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Rédigé Dre Samantha Kronish, MD, Médecin de famille