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Information for youth on the signs and symptoms of pregnancy, and ways to prevent pregnancy.
Think you may be pregnant? Find a list of the early physical signs of pregnancy, information about pregnancy testing, and how to use a home-based pregnancy test kit
Source: Calgary Regional Health Authority
Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) are one of the leading causes of infertility. STIs can also cause miscarriage, preterm birth, birth defects, and health problems for the baby and future parents.
Source: City of Ottawa
Breastfeeding is a skill and may take time to learn. Developed by Toronto Public Health, this book offers information to help you and your baby get started. It is in PDF format .
Source: City of Toronto
During the last quarter century, there has been an overall decline in the teenage pregnancy rate in Canada, perhaps reflecting the availability of contraceptives, and the increased awareness of the risks of unprotected sex brought about by the AIDS epidemic. Nevertheless, in 1997, an estimated 19,724 women aged 15 to 19 gave birth, and a slightly larger number in this age range 21,233 had an abortion.
Source: Statistics Canada
Information related to this topic.
Source: Canada Health Portal
Information related to this topic.
Source: Canada Health Portal
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