WELCOME TO
DURHAM MIDWIVES
Midwifery Services of Durham offers comprehensive care for low-risk pregnancies, including prenatal, birth, and postpartum support. We are dedicated to supporting pregnant individuals and their babies in a variety of settings, with a shared commitment to respecting childbearing people, their families, and their communities
ABOUT MIDWIFERY SERVICES OF DURHAM
Established after the 1994 legislation, Midwifery Services of Durham was the first and only midwifery clinic in the Durham Region at the time. What began as a small team of dedicated midwives has grown into a thriving practice of 10 registered midwives serving clients across the region. We were among the first practices in Ontario to receive hospital privileges, proudly attending the first midwife-assisted hospital birth in Canada. Today, our diverse team represents a range of cultural backgrounds and languages, and includes university faculty members, community advocates, and hospital leaders — all committed to providing exceptional care and advancing the profession of midwifery.
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We offer Prenatal Classes that run for 6 weeks at a time. Find out more by clicking here!
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Our Services
Prenatal Care
Providing prenatal care as early as 9-11 weeks. Complete the online intake form to become a client
Newborn Care
Postpartum and Newborn care is provided for the first 6 weeks of age including, home visits within the first week after delivery, assistance with breastfeeding and general newborn care.
Hospital Association
We’re proud to be have privileges at Oak Valley Health – Markham Stouffville Hospital, giving our clients access to exceptional care in a hospital setting. Our team delivers on the renowned Alongside Midwifery Unit (AMU), a unique space designed specifically for midwifery-led births — offering the perfect balance of comfort and safety.
Our Clinic
Our clinic is located in the heart of Pickering Village. 138 Old Kingston Rd., Ajax
How can I access a Midwife?
Midwifery care is available to anyone who is pregnant. Our services are fully funded by the Ontario Ministry of Health for clients with a valid Ontario Health Card, meaning there are no out-of-pocket costs. If you do not have OHIP, special funding may still be available, though some services may not be covered. For more information about care for non-OHIP clients, please contact our office — we’re happy to help.
Why Choose a Midwife?
Midwives are experts in supporting healthy, low-risk pregnancies and normal births. Their preventative, continuous, and personalized approach to care can help reduce complications during labour and delivery. During prenatal visits, midwives take the time to listen, answer questions, and provide the information clients need to make informed choices throughout pregnancy. After birth, we continue to offer support and care for both parent and baby for up to six weeks postpartum.
