Prenatal eHealth Tools
Attributes to meet: PDF: Download File, Reports
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Report, 2016
Expectant parents today have access to a wealth of information on pregnancy and childbirth, and much of that information is accessed electronically. Knowledgeable healthcare providers who understand the strengths and limitations of these new technologies are in an excellent position to offer expert guidance to women using these technology-based prenatal health tools. This summary seeks to educate interested stakeholders about eHealth, what it entails, the potential benefits and challenges, and recommended options for using eHealth to provide quality prenatal information to residents of Saskatchewan.
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Maternal Mental Health
Fact Sheet, 2013
These fact sheets are intended as an information resource for healthcare providers or other individuals who would like further information on maternal depression. It is more detailed than the Information Card. On the back of the fact sheet is the Edinburgh Postpartum Depression Scale (EPDS), a depression screen that can be done with a woman or can be provided to a woman to complete on her own. The fact sheet can be referred to when discussing maternal depression with women and their families, or used to share information with your colleagues.
* For an updated version of the Maternal Mental Health Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) Screening and Care Guide available through the Saskatchewan Ministry of Health, please visit https://www.ehealthsask.ca/services/resources/Resources/EPDS-screening-2019.pdfSKU: 2-102 -

Fetal Development
Poster, 2008
These 8.5 x 11 inch posters, developed by Childbirth Graphics, assist healthcare professionals in discussing alcohol use with their patients. Although these posters do not focus on FASD, they can be used to help patients understand that alcohol is one of many factors which can impact the development of the fetus.
Audience: Healthcare Professionals and their PatientsSKU: 3-143 -

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.
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Messages for Parents: Two to Five Years
Information Card, Revised 2024
Parents are the first and primary sexual health educators of children. This resource provides information to help parents and caregivers promote their child’s healthy sexual development. Early introduction of sexual health topics increases the confidence and comfort of both caregivers and the child to talk about sexual health in later years. As children grow, it is important for caregivers to reinforce health messages and expand on sexual health topics.
Messages for Parents are also available for other age groups:
SKU: 7-205

