Services
At Maternal, Infant and Child Ltd., we provide in-home
postpartum services so that you can enjoy your baby with
peace of mind. We understand that pregnancy, childbirth
and the postpartum phase are often the most stressful periods
you will experience in your lifetime. We have been providing
specialized postpartum care for over 17 years in the Greater
Toronto Area. Our personalized and responsive will ensure
you have a positive postpartum experience. Whether you need
overnight coverage, breastfeeding support, or professional
care – call Maternal Infant and Child today.
RN Services
Our Registered nurses provide teaching, training and assessment
in all areas of postpartum and newborn care. They complete
a thorough written assessment on mother and baby to determine
which issues are most pertinent. She offers hands-on care
in the teaching and demonstration of all newborn care. Parents
receive professional, up-to-date advice and answers to all
their questions and concerns. A couple of shifts or visits
by an RN would be recommended for the first week.
Mother’s Assistants/Doulas
Mother’s Assistant and Doulas also provide hands-on
care and training for new parents. . Our Mother’s Assistants
and Doulas can demonstrate and advise parents on the current
practices to foster healthy sleep patterns. They provide support
to new parents through care for the newborn including cord
and circumcision care, breastfeeding support, emotional support,
light meal preparation and baby laundry. Mother’s Assistants
and Doulas can be utilized for days or nights, although most
of our clients find that night coverage is advantageous since
this allows you and your partner to get some much needed sleep.
Lactation Consultants
A LC will help mothers establish successful breastfeeding
and set up a breastfeeding plan. A Lactation consultant
is a health care professional who is knowledgeable, skilled,
and experienced in breastfeeding and her primary focus is
to provide education, assistance and hands-on support to
breastfeeding women. The utilization of LC is critical soon
after you arrive home to avoid common complications including,
cracked nipples, engorgement and improper latching.
Breastfeeding has proven benefits for mothers and infants.
With breastfeeding comes a reduced risk of asthma, childhood
diabetes, ear infections, respiratory, and digestive problems
for babies. In spite of all these benefits, mothers who
experience problems in the first few days or weeks of breastfeeding
may not receive accurate information or support to help
them continue breastfeeding. A lactation consultant can
provide that support and information, helping to manage
a large number of breastfeeding circumstances
