Expectant mothers can help themselves and their baby by taking good care of their health before, during and after pregnancy.
You May Have Lots of Questions
With so much information available on pregnancy, it sometimes becomes difficult for women to know how to best take care of their health -- What should I eat? Should I be exercising more? Should I be exercising less? How can I improve my overall health during pregnancy?
We Have Lots of Answers
Health Canada and the Public Health Agency of Canada have worked together to provide concrete answers to your healthy pregnancy questions.  The Healthy Pregnancy Web site is a one-stop-shop for information on nutrition, tobacco, alcohol, physical activity, oral health, folic acid and mental health that provides women with reliable sources, trustworthy information and easy steps to follow towards a healthy pregnancy.
Useful resources on the Healthy Pregnancy Web site include The Sensible Guide to Healthy Pregnancy which captures key information on lifestyle choices you can make to ensure a healthy pregnancy, as well as a page where you can download Healthy Pregnancy campaign posters.
It Is Never Too Late
Being healthy before, during and after pregnancy involves many different aspects of your life. Don't worry; there are many steps you can take to contribute to your own health and the health of your baby. To learn more, visit the Healthy Pregnancy Web site.
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