Skin is the largest organ of the body. A baby is particularly sensitive to touch inside the mouth, cheeks, face, hands, abdomen and the soles of his feet. For a...
Today and every day, Ottawa CEA acknowledges that we work, learn, and play on unceded Anishinabe Algonquin territory. The peoples of the Anishinabe Algonquin Na...
At OCEA we welcome all parents and stand up against anti-trans policies. We advocate for inclusive, gender affirming and equitable access to education for all
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Do you know the people in your birth support team? It is not uncommon to assume that obstetricians are the only medical professionals that can support birth. Th...
At 0-3 months old baby can only focus on objects 8-15 inches away. They love faces, big polka dots, and objects that are black, white, and red.
Around 1 month ...
You have shared your news with family and friends, and you are out of the first-trimester fatigue and nausea. What is next?
*Contact your HR department and EI ...
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Stretch marks are common in pregnancy. They can appear seemingly overnight on the belly, arms, breasts, thighs and hips. They are a result of several fac...
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Prenatal, Bringing Baby Home and CPR. Can't make a class series? Join us for a "build your own session" private session. Pi...
Was your first baby born during hospital restrictions in 2021-2022? Planning your second birth with ALL the support possible? Join us for a Comfort Measures for...
How does your baby like to be held? The best part about working with babies is exploring their favourite positions! We love to see their temperament tell us how...
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Birth marks the transition of the pregnancy to parenting outside of the body.
You can do th...
FALSE: Although once the recommended practice, applying alcohol, hydrogen peroxide or any other cleaning agent is not recommended.
Umbilical cords have 3 vess...
Are you interested in learning more about becoming a Childbirth Educator? OCEA is currently accepting applications. Please send us an email with a resume and co...
Let's talk about TENS machines.
Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) is a method of pain relief involving the use of a mild electrical current a...
