Kenora Midwives
35 Wolsley St # 2 P9N0H8 Kenora, ON, Canada

Our International Day of the Midwife gift is that support people are now allowed to join their partners at caesarean sections! Yahoo!

Dear Kenora Midwives clients, Many of you have been asking about your support people for labour given the Covid-19 visitor restrictions at the hospital. Please see the position statement below, and be assured we continue to advocate for your support people wherever possible because we know how invaluable they a At present, ONE support person is allowed in the labour and delivery room, however NO support people are allowed in the operating room for caesarean sections due to t...Continue reading

Please follow the link below to the new document for clients who are considering a homebirth during the pandemic. https://www.ontariomidwives.ca//AOM%20-%20Choice%20of%20Bi

COVID-19 Update #2: Dear wonderful clients, Please be reassured that as your healthcare providers we are prepared for this pandemic situation. Your midwifery team will continue to provide excellent, personalized care. There are some things you can do to keep your risk low, and some changes made at our clinics and the hospital to keep everyone safe....Continue reading

HOME BIRTH INFORMATION NIGHT, Thursday April 2 at 6:00 pm Clients who expressed interest should have received a ZOOM invitation by email. If you have NOT received your email invitation, please email us at [email protected]. Due to high demand, we be having Home Birth Information Night(s) monthly.

COVID-19 Update #3: IMPORTANT - PLEASE CIRCULATE TO ALL MIDWIFERY CLIENTS Dear Kenora Midwives families, The current pandemic situation is moving fast and midwives have been asked to reconfigure their services based on changing factors such as: spread of illness, midwife and health care system human health resources and the capacity/availability of hospital and laboratory systems. ... Our wonderful administrative staff, Sharron and Sandy, will be working remotely so there may be a delay in responding to voice messages left at the clinic number. We are also changing our antenatal visit schedule to the World Health Organization guideline for optimal antenatal care. This includes: One contact during the first trimester (up to 13 weeks) Two contacts during the second trimester (at 16-20 weeks; 28 weeks and possibly between 25-26 weeks if necessary) Five contacts during the third trimester: at 31-32 weeks; 34-36 weeks; 38 weeks; 40 weeks, 41 weeks As always your midwives will use their clinical judgment in determining if antenatal visits outside of or in addition to this schedule are necessary. Individualized care plans for may be necessary according to a client’s clinical circumstances but virtual visits are certainly an option. Topics to be covered in a virtual visit may include prenatal screening and/or ultrasound bookings, informed choice discussions, prescription orders and general questions related to pregnancy and birth. Please note, when you have an in-person visit scheduled we are shortening appointments in order to focus on physical assessments only. In order to maintain social distancing, you will also notice that chairs have been removed from our waiting area and we are asking that clients wait in their cars until their appointment begins. We are also asking clients to come to appointments without support people if possible, especially children. We will continue to provide the highest standard of care despite these challenging times. As always, we are available by phone at 468 8510 or for urgent matters, by pager. Take care of yourselves, keep isolating and hand-washing and know that we will continue to update you as the situation evolves. Bekkie and Kelly

Dear Kenora Midwives families, Read about how midwives, nurses and physicians working in maternity care are caring for families in the GTA! Midwives across the province are expecting an increased demand for home-based care. As always home-based care (home labour, birth, early discharge) is available and encouraged for those who are low risk and asymptomatic. We are holding a virtual Homebirth Information Session on Thursday April 2 at 6 pm. If you would like to join remotely, please call the clinic (486 8510) and ask to be added to the list. We will email you the details.

Kenora Midwives COVID-19 Prevention Plan: UPDATES TO FOLLOW AS AVAILABLE Please follow the instructions below to reduce exposure to and potential transmission of the virus. If you have questions, please page your midwife (Bekkie: 467 5835 or Kelly 467 5836) or call the office (468 8510). ... 1. Self-distance: Avoid crowded areas and gatherings where you may be exposed to carriers or unwell individuals. Avoid unnecessary travel and exposure to individuals who have been travelling regardless of where they have come from. 2. Wash your hands: Use plain old soap and water thoroughly and often, like ALL THE TIME! Avoid touching your face, eyes, mouth etc. Keep surfaces clean. The virus is droplet-borne and can live on surfaces. 3. Self-Isolate: If you think you or your family may have been in contact with someone who may have been exposed or who is ill, please call your midwife and she will be in contact with Public Health for directions. Isolation for the duration of the incubation period (14 days) will likely be recommended. 4. Self-quarantine: If you or member of your family develop symptoms of COVID-19 including a fever of greater than 38.1 degrees C, a new or worsening cough, or trouble breathing, CALL YOUR MIDWIFE or the North Western Health Unit at 468 3147 or after hours at 468 7109. PLEASE DO NOT: 1. Panic: Most people who contract the virus have mild symptoms that will go away on their own. 2. Show up at LWDH ER under any circumstances without having received instructions to do so. WE ARE NOT SCREENING ANYONE UNLESS THEY ARE SYMPTOMATIC AND HEALTHCARE WORKERS ARE EXTREMELY VULNERABLE. 3. Attend clinic visits or accept home visits with any of the above-mentioned signs or symptoms, or with a history of travel or contact with individuals who have travelled to affected areas.

COVID-19 Update #2: Dear wonderful clients, Please be reassured that as your healthcare providers we are prepared for this pandemic situation. Your midwifery team will continue to provide excellent, personalized care. There are some things you can do to keep your risk low, and some changes made at our clinics and the hospital to keep everyone safe....Continue reading

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Kenora Midwives COVID-19 Prevention Plan: UPDATES TO FOLLOW AS AVAILABLE Please follow the instructions below to reduce exposure to and potential transmission of the virus. If you have questions, please page your midwife (Bekkie: 467 5835 or Kelly 467 5836) or call the office (468 8510). ... 1. Self-distance: Avoid crowded areas and gatherings where you may be exposed to carriers or unwell individuals. Avoid unnecessary travel and exposure to individuals who have been travelling regardless of where they have come from. 2. Wash your hands: Use plain old soap and water thoroughly and often, like ALL THE TIME! Avoid touching your face, eyes, mouth etc. Keep surfaces clean. The virus is droplet-borne and can live on surfaces. 3. Self-Isolate: If you think you or your family may have been in contact with someone who may have been exposed or who is ill, please call your midwife and she will be in contact with Public Health for directions. Isolation for the duration of the incubation period (14 days) will likely be recommended. 4. Self-quarantine: If you or member of your family develop symptoms of COVID-19 including a fever of greater than 38.1 degrees C, a new or worsening cough, or trouble breathing, CALL YOUR MIDWIFE or the North Western Health Unit at 468 3147 or after hours at 468 7109. PLEASE DO NOT: 1. Panic: Most people who contract the virus have mild symptoms that will go away on their own. 2. Show up at LWDH ER under any circumstances without having received instructions to do so. WE ARE NOT SCREENING ANYONE UNLESS THEY ARE SYMPTOMATIC AND HEALTHCARE WORKERS ARE EXTREMELY VULNERABLE. 3. Attend clinic visits or accept home visits with any of the above-mentioned signs or symptoms, or with a history of travel or contact with individuals who have travelled to affected areas.

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