We provide virtual services in Niagara & across Ontario
What is Maternal Health Niagara?
We are a collaboration of registered health professional working together with shared values to support individual and their families.
Do you support outside of Niagara?
Yes! We are all in good standing with our professional regulatory bodies to practice in Ontario. That means we can provide virtual support to anyone living in Ontario.
Where is your office?
Our office is virtual. Right now, we are not providing any in person services.
**Marie-Eve has another location she practices out of.
Are your cost covered by OHIP?
Our services are not covered by OHIP. If you have extended health care benefits, you may have coverage for a registered social worker, physiotherapist or registered nurse. It is best to confirm directly with your insurance provider.
Do I need a referral to book?
We welcome self-referrals. A medical note is not required for services unless your insurance provider needs one. Please contact the therapist directly to book.
What payment do you take?
We accept credit card, and e-transfer
What to expect at my first psychotherapy appointment?
Prior to your appointment you will receive paperwork (consent, intake questionnaire and screenings) to be completed. At your intake appointment your therapist will gather detailed information about your health and wellness. Together we will develop a plan to achieve your goals.
We are here to support you with where you are at, we understand that you may have a child(ren) in your care during your session.
What to expect in my first pelvic floor appointment?
The first appointment is an one hour appointment. Expect to have at least 40 min to express your concerns about your specific issues and tell your story. Marie-Eve will gather your gynecological, urinary, digestive, and sexual health as the pelvic floor muscles have a significant role in the optimizing the function of those systems. Next, we perform a screen for the lower back, pelvis and hip movements. So have a yoga mat close by.
By the end of the first visit, you will have the knowledge to understand your pain or pelvic floor muscle dysfunction, a timeline to address your specific issue and exercises to start your journey to recovery.
Follow up visits are scheduled to achieve your specific goals. It can be every week or every month. These visits are scheduled for 30 min and aim to review your concerns and go over your physiotherapy “wish list”. This way, we can continue to progress your exercises at an optimum pace to rehab your muscle, ligaments, and nervous system.
What to expect in my parenting support appointment?
Prior to your virtual appointment with Camilla you will receive paperwork (consent, intake questionnaire and screenings) to be completed. During your appointment Camilla will gather additional Information regarding you and your bab(ies) past and current medical conditions/treatments. If seeing Camilla for lactation support, visual assessment of breasts/chest and baby’s “head to toe” assessment including your baby’s mouth are standard protocols. Any concerns regarding this please discuss with Camilla at the time of your visit.