Pregnancy
  • 2-462: Intimate Partner Violence During Pregnancy: A Literature Review

    Intimate Partner Violence During Pregnancy: A Literature Review

    Report, 2023


    Intimate partner violence during pregnancy is one of the biggest health risks in the prenatal period. It is associated with significant physical and psychological consequences that can be longstanding for pregnant people and fetuses. This literature review details prevalence rates, risk factors for perpetration and victimization, adverse pregnancy outcomes for both the mother and fetus, and economic impacts associated with intimate partner violence during pregnancy. Intervention strategies are also outlined.

    Report, 2023


    Intimate partner violence during pregnancy is one of the biggest health risks in the prenatal period. It is associated with significant physical and psychological consequences that can be longstanding for pregnant people and fetuses. This literature review details prevalence rates, risk factors for perpetration and victimization, adverse pregnancy outcomes for both the mother and fetus, and economic impacts associated with intimate partner violence during pregnancy. Intervention strategies are also outlined.



    SKU: 2-462
  • 7-517: HIV, Pregnancy, and Tobacco Use

    HIV, Pregnancy, and Tobacco Use

    Poster, 2023


    This poster explains that for women living with HIV, smoking tobacco during pregnancy can increase the chances that HIV will be passed to the baby. Supports are listed to help pregnant women and those planning a pregnancy to quit or reduce their tobacco use.

    Poster, 2023


    This poster explains that for women living with HIV, smoking tobacco during pregnancy can increase the chances that HIV will be passed to the baby. Supports are listed to help pregnant women and those planning a pregnancy to quit or reduce their tobacco use.

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    SKU: 7-517
  • Maternal Mental Health Screening (Information Card)

    Information Card, 2023


    This information card provides a link to the updated EPDS (Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale) screening tool and care guide, used in Saskatchewan since 2019. A scannable QR code is also included.

    Information Card, 2023


    This information card provides a link to the updated EPDS (Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale) screening tool and care guide, used in Saskatchewan since 2019. A scannable QR code is also included.

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    SKU: 2-109
  • 2-434: We Need to Be Safe

    We Need to Be Safe

    Information Card, Revised 2023


    This information card for the general public provides information on the impacts of intimate partner violence during pregnancy and available resources and supports.

    Information Card, Revised 2023


    This information card for the general public provides information on the impacts of intimate partner violence during pregnancy and available resources and supports.

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    SKU: 2-434
  • 2-110: What Have You Heard About Maternal Mental Health (Pamphlet)

    What Have You Heard About Maternal Mental Health (Pamphlet)

    Pamphlet, 2023


    This pamphlet provides information about maternal/perinatal mental health, self-care tips for parents, and a list of organizations that provide information and support related to mental health before, during, and/or after pregnancy.

    Pamphlet, 2023


    This pamphlet provides information about maternal/perinatal mental health, self-care tips for parents, and a list of organizations that provide information and support related to mental health before, during, and/or after pregnancy.

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    SKU: 2-110
  • 2-103: Maternal Mental Health (Poster)

    Maternal Mental Health (Poster)

    Poster, 2023


    This poster is intended to raise awareness about maternal mental health. It includes information about symptoms of depression and who to contact for help.

    Poster, 2023


    This poster is intended to raise awareness about maternal mental health. It includes information about symptoms of depression and who to contact for help.

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    SKU: 2-103
  • 2-201: Late Preterm Infant fact sheet description

    Late Preterm Infant (Near-Term)

    Fact Sheet, 2023


    A late preterm infant is a baby that is born between 34-36 (almost 37) weeks of pregnancy. This fact sheet provides information about some health problems that might affect a late preterm infant, things that caregivers and parents should watch for, and some questions to be discussed before leaving the hospital.

    Fact Sheet, 2023


    A late preterm infant is a baby that is born between 34-36 (almost 37) weeks of pregnancy. This fact sheet provides information about some health problems that might affect a late preterm infant, things that caregivers and parents should watch for, and some questions to be discussed before leaving the hospital.



    SKU: 2-201
  • 2-808: Maternal/Perinatal Mental Health

    Maternal/Perinatal Mental Health

    Fact Sheet, 2023


    This information sheet provides descriptions of organizations and how to contact them if a pregnant person needs assistance with their mental health before, during, and/or after pregnancy.

    Fact Sheet, 2023


    This information sheet provides descriptions of organizations and how to contact them if a pregnant person needs assistance with their mental health before, during, and/or after pregnancy.



    SKU: 2-808
  • 2-107: What Have You Heard About Cannabis and Pregnancy?

    What Have You Heard About Cannabis and Pregnancy?

    Information Card, 2022


    This information card is aimed at people who are pregnant or trying to get pregnant. It provides evidence-based information about the potential effects of cannabis use when trying to get pregnant, during pregnancy, and when breastfeeding. The information card highlights how cannabis use could affect fertility (the ability to get pregnant) and a developing baby’s growth.

    Information Card, 2022


    This information card is aimed at people who are pregnant or trying to get pregnant. It provides evidence-based information about the potential effects of cannabis use when trying to get pregnant, during pregnancy, and when breastfeeding. The information card highlights how cannabis use could affect fertility (the ability to get pregnant) and a developing baby’s growth.

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    SKU: 2-107
  • 4-309: Before You Become Pregnant

    Before You Become Pregnant

    Brochure, Revised 2022


    This brochure talks about the important information a woman should know when planning a pregnancy. It promotes a healthy lifestyle prior to conception in order to ensure the healthiest baby possible.

    Brochure, Revised 2022


    This brochure talks about the important information a woman should know when planning a pregnancy. It promotes a healthy lifestyle prior to conception in order to ensure the healthiest baby possible.

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    SKU: 2-309
  • 7-004: HIV and Pregnancy

    HIV and Pregnancy

    Poster, 2022


    HIV can be passed from a pregnant person to their growing baby during pregnancy. This poster brings awareness to the importance of HIV testing, treatment, and prenatal care for the health of pregnant people and their babies.

    Poster, 2022


    HIV can be passed from a pregnant person to their growing baby during pregnancy. This poster brings awareness to the importance of HIV testing, treatment, and prenatal care for the health of pregnant people and their babies.

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    SKU: 7-004
  • 2-502: Gestational Diabetes - What You Need to Know

    Gestational Diabetes – What You Need to Know

    Brochure, 2022


    Gestational diabetes, also known as gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), is a type of diabetes that begins in pregnancy. This brochure provides information on the risk factors for developing GDM, its impact on the mother and the baby, screening, management, and prevention of GDM, as well as supports available to people with GDM in Saskatchewan.

    Brochure, 2022


    Gestational diabetes, also known as gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), is a type of diabetes that begins in pregnancy. This brochure provides information on the risk factors for developing GDM, its impact on the mother and the baby, screening, management, and prevention of GDM, as well as supports available to people with GDM in Saskatchewan.

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    SKU: 2-502
  • 2-313: Should I get the COVID-19 Vaccine if I am Pregnant or Breastfeeding?

    Should I get the COVID-19 Vaccine if I am Pregnant or Breastfeeding?

    Fact Sheet, 2021


    This fact sheet provides evidence-based information on COVID-19 illness and vaccination in pregnant and breastfeeding people to help them make informed decisions about getting vaccinated.

    A list of associated references can be accessed at: COVID-19 Vaccine in Pregnancy and Breastfeeding References.

    Fact Sheet, 2021


    This fact sheet provides evidence-based information on COVID-19 illness and vaccination in pregnant and breastfeeding people to help them make informed decisions about getting vaccinated.

    A list of associated references can be accessed at: COVID-19 Vaccine in Pregnancy and Breastfeeding References.



    SKU: 2-313
  • 2-459: Healthy Weight During Pregnancy

    Healthy Weight Gain During Pregnancy

    Booklet, Revised 2021


    Healthy weight gain is important during pregnancy for the health of the woman and her growing baby. This booklet includes information on the benefits of gaining the recommended amount of weight during pregnancy, how to determine the amount of weight to gain during pregnancy, and recommendations for how to gain a healthy amount of weight. This booklet was developed in consultation with Saskatchewan dietitians, nurses, and other healthcare providers, as well as First Nations women.

    Recent updates include the latest Canada Food Guide recommendations, the importance of certain nutrients in pregnancy, and how to track weight gain during pregnancy using the My Saskatchewan Pregnancy app.

    Booklet, Revised 2021


    Healthy weight gain is important during pregnancy for the health of the woman and her growing baby. This booklet includes information on the benefits of gaining the recommended amount of weight during pregnancy, how to determine the amount of weight to gain during pregnancy, and recommendations for how to gain a healthy amount of weight. This booklet was developed in consultation with Saskatchewan dietitians, nurses, and other healthcare providers, as well as First Nations women.

    Recent updates include the latest Canada Food Guide recommendations, the importance of certain nutrients in pregnancy, and how to track weight gain during pregnancy using the My Saskatchewan Pregnancy app.

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    SKU: 2-459
  • 2-251: Common Non-prescription Medications in Pregnancy

    Common Non-prescription Medications in Pregnancy

    Fact Sheet, Revised 2021


    Non-prescription medications, sometimes referred to as over-the-counter or OTC medications, are those that can be purchased without having a doctor’s prescription. This fact sheet provides information on common OTC medications such as antacids, antihistamines, laxatives, cough and cold medications, herbal products, and many more that are used in pregnancy.

    Fact Sheet, Revised 2021


    Non-prescription medications, sometimes referred to as over-the-counter or OTC medications, are those that can be purchased without having a doctor’s prescription. This fact sheet provides information on common OTC medications such as antacids, antihistamines, laxatives, cough and cold medications, herbal products, and many more that are used in pregnancy.



    SKU: 2-251