About
Perinatal accompaniment services have been integrated into the activities of the Maison de la Famille Parenfant, situated in the heart of Gaspé. As such, a wealth of pre- and post-natal services have been united under one roof, and families are welcomed into a warm and caring environment when attending appointments for perinatal care.
All are welcome here ! Our perinatal accompaniment services are offered to all residents of the Côte-de-Gaspé Region, regardless of language, income, sexual orientation, gender identity, culture, religion, race, etc.
Our philosophy is to mobilize all possible resources so that the parent-to-be can express her needs for health services during pregnancy, within the context of her personal values. We work to support and empower the parent, because we believe that she will make the best choices for her own health, and for that of her child.
About the project
The main lines that guide our actions
Promote natural birthing
Adopt a personalized approach
- Early prenatal involvement
- Empowerment of new parents
- Encourage informed choice and consent
- Provide access to several resources in the same location
- Accompaniment for abortion and miscarriage as well
Provide interdisciplinary services
Create an environment of inclusion
- Family-oriented environment
- Support adapted to family’s needs - Emphasis on accessibility
Create a community of support
- Take advantage of the cozy environment of the Maison de la Famille
- Encourage interactions between families
- Work in cooperation with the CISSS, other partners, and community groups (Le Centre de pédiatrie sociale l'Équipage, Les services de Santé de la Nation Micmac de Gespeg, Le Centre l’Aid’elle, etc.)
Admission
First meeting
With our Intake Manager or a social worker
Discussion
With the interdisciplinary team, about your needs
Designation
To the team member who will be principally responsible for accompanying throughout pregnancy
Needs
Depending on the needs of the family, other team members, or professionals from outside, may bring their expertise to follow-up appointments.
Team
We are invested in your well-being
Amélie Gauthier
Maternity Doctor
Rosalie Letellier
Maternity Doctor
Colette Mainville
Maternity Doctor
Andréane Dubé
Intake Manager and Birth Doula
Roxanne Isabelle
Chargée de projet
Alexandra Ross Rioux
Sage-femme
Catherine Lacasse
Social worker
are also available for a few meetings per year, depending on families’ needs and team recommendations. Contact us for more information.
Birth of the perinatal nook
Since the conception of the Perinatal Nook in 2021, subsequent stages of development are already underway. Expansion plans are being designed for the Maison de la Famille, in order to include first a labouring room, and eventually a birthing room.
Because the region of the Côte-de-Gaspé covers a large territory with very low population density, some people must travel up to 100 kilometres to reach the only hospital, in the centre of Gaspé. Our labouring room will be a convenient space available for spending the uncertain first stages of birthing, more relaxed and welcoming than the hospital for allowing the uterus’ work to progress, yet only 5 minutes away when the time comes for making a transition to active labour. A labouring room is an important flagship project in Québec, and is a highly appropriate adaptation to the reality of rural life.
For the final stage of development of the Perinatal Nook, we are actively searching to integrate certified midwives into our interdisciplinary team. With the possibility of birthing here on the premises, we will be able to offer the complete range of perinatal services to the population of the Côte-de-Gaspé.
If you are pregnant, and interested in our services, please contact us.
