Professionals Providing Care During Pregnancy
General Practitioner
A general practitioner, or family doctor, is a doctor who provides general care for patients. Many family physicians provide prenatal care and support during pregnancy. Some also deliver babies.
Obstetrician/Gynecologist
Obstetricians/gynecologists are physicians who provide medical care during pregnancy and birth. They also specialize in disorders and disease of the reproductive system.
Doulas
A doula provides support to families through pregnancy, labour, and birth, as well as the first year of the baby’s life. A doula is not a health professional and is not trained to assist in births without the presence of a healthcare professional.
Midwives
A midwife is a licensed and registered health professional. Midwives provide care and support during low-risk pregnancies, birth, and for six weeks after birth. Midwives are available in limited locations in Saskatchewan.
Nurse Practitioner
Nurse practitioners are registered nurses who provide direct care for health promotion and the treatment and management of health conditions.