In Nova Scotia, most women give birth to their children in a hospital under the supervision of a doctor and other medical professionals. They have the option to undergo labour with the use of anesthetics (pain killers) or they can have the baby naturally. Some women choose to give birth to their children at home with the aid of a mid wife and doctor.

Halifax’s IWK Grace Health Centre is one of the best hospitals in Canada for pregnant women, new mothers and their babies. For more information about having a baby at the IWK, visit the IWK website.

There are various resources available in Nova Scotia, including Planned Parenthood for people to get information, counselling and guidance about birth control and family planning.