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Re: Giving Birth In Canada by urblackpearl: 6:27pm On Jun 15, 2017 |
Oh ok @Teefinix3 wish u a hitch free journey sis. Teefinix3: |
Re: Giving Birth In Canada by JESUnifemi4eva: 9:32am On Jun 16, 2017 |
I think to Whom it may concern is more appropriate because other agencies e.g Immigration might ask for it. May GOD grant you a safe and successful trip in JESUS Name.Amen Teefinix3: |
Re: Giving Birth In Canada by flow2davis: 11:28am On Jun 16, 2017 |
Please did you inform the Embassy of your intention of birthing in Canada? I applied with my hubby online in March, he's just got approved while mine still awaiting. We applied to visit. I am a bit worried because I'm 34weeks now. Teefinix3: |
Re: Giving Birth In Canada by Conney18: 9:11pm On Jun 16, 2017 |
Virt: 6 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Giving Birth In Canada by EmaShah2017: 4:33pm On Jun 18, 2017 |
Thank you so much for clarifying. I did the birth registration and ordered the long and short birth certificates and they were processed in 3 days, now they are in the mail. Thanks again Hotstepper: JESUnifemi4eva: 1 Like |
Re: Giving Birth In Canada by Blaw70: 1:26pm On Jun 19, 2017 |
Hello, thanks to everyone who keeps this thread alive, My birthing experience in Canada. I got in canada through Toronto Pearson airport didn't spend much time at the point of entry because I entered at 28 weeks and I wasn't showing much. I used dr nicollete caccia @$1500 at 30$ at each visit She made me more tests at 120$ I used Humber river hospital at 2500$ and baby was 845$ I also took epidural which was 200$(was lucky with d doctor) I'm back in Nigeria by Gods grace collected my baby's passport and all If u need any help I would be happy to help. 12 Likes 4 Shares |
Re: Giving Birth In Canada by nesha2dafree: 5:07pm On Jun 19, 2017 |
Blaw70: Hi Blaw70, Thanks for sharing. I'm happy you had a safe delivery. can you tell me the list of test you had to take since you went at 28 week and the cost? Thank you. 1 Like |
Re: Giving Birth In Canada by Blaw70: 6:39pm On Jun 19, 2017 |
nesha2dafree: nesha2dafree:Hi I remember I did glucose test, hiv, hepB and some other ones.the cost was 120$ because it was much. Although she made me re-do most tests reasons best known to her. 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: Giving Birth In Canada by Teefinix3: 7:54pm On Jun 19, 2017 |
@ blow 70.... Congrats on d safe delivery of ur baby....pls ao did u contact the doctor..am presently at Brampton and seriously searching for a cheaper doctor... Can u give me the contact pls.....and other cost breakdown. Thanks a lot. Blaw70: |
Re: Giving Birth In Canada by nesha2dafree: 10:17pm On Jun 19, 2017 |
Blaw70: Thank you ![]() |
Re: Giving Birth In Canada by Blaw70: 10:31pm On Jun 19, 2017 |
[quote author=Teefinix3 post=57669465]@ blow 70.... Congrats on d safe delivery of ur baby....pls ao did u contact the doctor..am presently at Brampton and seriously searching for a cheaper doctor... Can u give me the contact pls.....and other cost breakdown. Thanks a lot. Hello, I just goggled her name and got her no from there but she's in toronto and she's the cheapest I saw also. She charges 1500$ Humber river hospital is 2500 and baby is 845, and if u want epidural also they charge dat differently.+1 (416) 438-2727 Dis is her no u can call they will explain to u. 3 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Giving Birth In Canada by Teefinix3: 8:09am On Jun 20, 2017 |
OK....but I guess the fee is for virginal delivery?... Will contact her and find out if I can still book an appointment Thnk u. [quote author=Blaw70 post=57673750][/quote] |
Re: Giving Birth In Canada by Teefinix3: 8:17am On Jun 20, 2017 |
Hi virt.. Am already in Brampton and started getting in touch with some docs....but at my call to Dr seido's, I was told to go thru a family doc first... Is there a way u can help?.. Prob if I walked in directly or visit the family doc that referee u to him....I am billed for elective CS... Urgently need ur assistance. Thank u. Teefinix3: |
Re: Giving Birth In Canada by Blaw70: 8:40am On Jun 20, 2017 |
Teefinix3: 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: Giving Birth In Canada by urblackpearl: 9:31am On Jun 20, 2017 |
Hello Sis @teefinix3. Thank God for journey mercies. Hope your POE experience was not stressful. Didnt you go to BC again? Teefinix3: |
Re: Giving Birth In Canada by Teefinix3: 10:38am On Jun 20, 2017 |
Yea sis.... I later changed my mind to coming to Brampton...my friend husb actually has a house there rather than where she stays in BC.....and I was made to realise that i will get things done Faster and cheaper in Brampton. Poe was a seemless process....no funny question asked except ao many days I want to use. No agric....nothing asked abt my bump. Although my bump is not usually big...so maybe the guy didn't noticed and my husb also was with me...we both answering questions...focus was not only on me. I wish u a safe trip and smooth entry as well. urblackpearl: 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: Giving Birth In Canada by Blaw70: 11:26am On Jun 20, 2017 |
Teefinix3:Hello, the fee is for both virginal and cs d extra fee U would pay is d anaesthesia which is usually 1000$ or less depending on d doctor and how u can bargain with him. U wuld need a family doctor to refer you to her lemme know if u want the no of family doctor I used he charged me 100$. All the best 1 Like |
Re: Giving Birth In Canada by OmoBendel24: 4:59pm On Jun 20, 2017 |
Teefinix3:And how many days did you tell them please? |
Re: Giving Birth In Canada by urblackpearl: 8:13pm On Jun 20, 2017 |
Ok Sis. Wish u all the best Teefinix3: 1 Like |
Re: Giving Birth In Canada by bestbuyer(m): 2:58pm On Jun 21, 2017 |
Hello Virt, You are such an encouragement to many and you take time to respond to quotes. God bless your family. Please i requested to send you a PM but guess i can just ask you here and now. I am planning to go with Wiffy and children to Canada for our 3rd born (2nd was an Aamrikan--- LOL), This is on a second thought otherwise we have all set for 'Aamrika' just ticket purchase end of this week... 1. I am been persuaded it's better or saner to have your baby in Canada. 2. It is cheaper as per exchange rate to have baby in Cad. Is it really cheaper? 3. Can i call Dr. Abou-seudu that you used and mention you... (if yes, then pls PM your name for reference only) 4. From the posts seen so far, Brampton Civic Hospital seems very good and big but also cheaper, would you have prefer some other place? 5. Wiffy will be due in Sept. so just want to apply now expecting it within 30 days which means we will go via 'Aamrika'. I was told we will need about 6m minimum in our account to apply and obtain Cad visa. 6. Which airline was your choice and no hassle about 36 weeks flight issue. 7. Generally, how cool is Cad to have your baby, as per benefits compared to 'Aamrika'. 8. We have travel history of UK, Europe, SA and USA. 9. How did you arrange emergency travel doc for baby to come back. 10. Do you have any idea apartment or self-service homes/rates at Brampton or the environs for lodging. Thank you for your usual selfless assistance and PSR (Personal Social Responsibility). God bless all other contributors including the FAMOUS HOTSTEPPER. Hello dear, I stated that I was going to have my baby there and stated reasons. Please search for my earlier posts I did a lengthy post on that. I cannot advise that stating that you want to have your baby there will always grant you the visa, I had a couple of things that might have worked for me which i'm not sure what exactly cos I had a lot of personal reasons on my purpose of travel letter which may not apply to you, like my medical history, where I work and the fact that my hubby and older kids were not travelling with me, plus I had a host in Canada etc. I don't know the cost of Vaginal birth, but it shouldn't be very much different from a C-section delivery. You can read through earlier posts, some people had their babies vaginally and state their costs here as well. [/quote] |
Re: Giving Birth In Canada by Virt: 3:12pm On Jun 21, 2017 |
hi Teefinix, Sorry I did not go through a family doctor, but you can use any walk in Clinic, there are loads of them in Brampton and they will refer you to the Dr. of your choice. There is even one in the same premises where Dr. Abou Seido's office is, just near the Brampton Civic Hospital. Its quite surprising because they not ask me to go through any family Dr. but that shouldn't be a problem. Check Dr Abou's address online, I am not with one of their appointment cards at the moment to confirm the address to you. Teefinix3: 3 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Giving Birth In Canada by Virt: 3:42pm On Jun 21, 2017 |
Hi Bestbuyer, this nah jamb questions o. lols 1) I haven't had any of my babies in US so I cant say if its saner, but I think Canada as a country is much saner if you consider the happenings in US compared to those reported in Canada. 2) Yes, its cheaper. I compared the cost I received from a US gynae and that of Canada before I chose to go to Canada. Also, cad exchange rate is lower than USD. Currently @240 to a Naira as against N365/USD, parallel market rate of course. 3) You don't need to mention me, I did not mention anybody when I called his office, but it appears he has delivered a lot pple from this part of the world based on my discussions with him. He is a VERY NICE DR, I must say. I loved every appointment I had with him. 4) I did not consider any other place since I was already booked with Dr Abou who works in Brampton Civic Hospital. Yes, it is a very big Hospital and the nurses are nice. 5) Well I don't know how much you would need to apply for the visa, I did mine last year sept. and a lot has changed since then including exchange rates, and besides I applied alone not with hubby and kids. 6) I used Airfrance and there was no hassle or anything, nobody even asked how far gone I was though I was 36weeks with huge baby bump. It was a smooth flight but I think it was a little bit expensive, I paid about 800k just for myself, but check other airlines and their pregnancy policies before making your choice. 7) Again I don't know the difference. But I think my stay in US and Canada is about the same for me, except the extreme winter I experienced in Canada, It was crazy. Our country has best weather, I couldn't wait to come back. lols. ![]() 9) please check my earlier post for details - I used Hotstepper's contact. 10) No, I stayed with a family. But Hostepper may be able to help, you can contact her on this. I hope I passed the jamb questions. lols. I wish you well in the process, but please don't forget to pray, that was my key factor in my entire success story. Enjoy your day. bestbuyer: 3 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Giving Birth In Canada by BrightAngel: 7:17am On Jun 22, 2017 |
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Re: Giving Birth In Canada by bestbuyer(m): 9:21am On Jun 22, 2017 |
Wow Virt!!! Like i said before, you are such a wonderful e-friend.... You did pass the JAMB CBT ###LOL! Thanks so much and God bless you and your family real good. We will check all options carefully, either way, we will be at North America horizon. @HOTSTEPPER: Pls can you help with apartment rates or other self service accommodation within BRAMPTON CIVIC HOSPITAL for MID AUGUST TO EARLY NOVEMBER (3 MONTHS). God bless all contributors and watchers...... Virt: 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: Giving Birth In Canada by YACAA(f): 6:47pm On Jun 22, 2017 |
Hello guys, I was going to wait till the end of my whole pregnancy journey before posting all information, but I figured some people might need some information now especially as the thread has little to none concerning Ottawa. So here goes: POE Travelled @ 25 weeks with a visitors visa; had previously travelled with it and have been in and out of Canada on other previous visitor visas Arrived at Toronto Pearson International airport with husband at about noon We had filled declaration forms separately and were asked to fill the same; we explained we would be staying for different durations which is why but she said that was fine and thanked us for telling her but that what was more important was having all parties residing at the same address fill the same form She then asked who we were staying with and the person’s location Stamped to go Hospital/Doctor search in Ottawa Went to a walk in clinic (paid $134) very close to where I was staying and was referred to one of their doctors but the consultation fee quoted ($350) was too high I then decided to start from the angle of checking the fees/location/reviews of hospitals I could deliver in before selecting a doctor affiliated to that hospital. I called Queensway Carlton and The Ottawa Civic Hospitals for delivery quotations; Almonte hospital (in a rural kind of area and not as equipped) was another option, as it would have been cheaper but it was so far off from me; Montfort hospital also had good reviews but was a bit far off as well. I finally settled on Queensway due to proximity and good reviews though it was a bit more expensive than the Ottawa Civic (this hospital is especially good for high risk pregnancies). NB: You can check the hospital websites for the list of OBs and their contacts I then selected Dr.Chris Farrell as my doctor and asked to be referred to him (sister-in-law and a cousin had used him plus he had good reviews online); he was linked to the Queensway Carlton Hospital; he also had experience with patients with my pre-existing medical condition, which was a big plus. I did my booking with him even before I got the walk in clinic to refer me. Dr. Farrell’s fees 1st consultation: $250 Subsequent consultations: $60 Tests accepted Pap smear Blood group Genotype HIV status Hepatitis status Malaria Fasting blood glucose Morphology ultrasound scans; checking formation of babys body parts, circulation etc High risk ultrasound scans; checking risk of down syndrome et. al Extra tests done Oral glucose tolerance test had to be done @28 weeks since I entered Canada early blood iron works ( Hb, RBC, WBC, platelets, MPV etc); I asked for that; total cost was $64.64 @ Dynacare lab Ultrasound to be done @ 31 weeks +; will share cost when that is done B streptococcus screening to be done between 35-37 weeks of pregnancy; will share cost when that is done Queensway Carlton Hospital fees Delivery room $3000 ($3495 if it is a C-section)---- this fee is in addition to mother and baby's night stay, which makes the Queensway very expensive Mothers night stay $3140(for a private room); 3100(semi-private room with two beds and a shared bathroom); 2900(regular ward, which has 3/4 beds with a shared bathroom) Baby night stay $1600 Epidural $1000 Pediatrician $500 Doctors delivery fee $1500-$2500 The above fees are based on my enquiries; I will let you know what I actually pay when the time comes Accommodation Though I had family there hence no need for rental, those looking for accommodation can check out air bnb canada ; one can also search kijiji.ca and search under vacation rentals Things to note -Compare different hospitals’ fees before selecting a doctor linked to that particular hospital (for example Queensway charges a separate fee for the delivery room and the mothers room after delivery whereas Civic did not and this excludes the doctors delivery fee for both) number of consultations with doctor before delivery to be able to calculate amount of money to be spent before delivery - If you have private insurance, please make enquiries as to how much of pregnancy/labour costs they will cover as this helps offset some of the bills -If taking a taxi (Uber much cheaper) calculate transport expenditure too -Consider your medical history and the facilities available at the hospital (for example the Civic is more suited for high risk pregnancies) -In addition to the OB’s delivery fee, one has to also pay the paediatrician, (I don’t know if this is the case everywhere) -The OB you see for normal consultation may not be the one to deliver your baby if he or she is not on duty that day; you can only be assured of this if you schedule an elective CS; all your medical records and files will however be forwarded to the hospital for review by the OB on duty -Never rely on online quotes; call and verify whatever information is online I will be updating as time goes on. Blessed day everybody 7 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Giving Birth In Canada by Hotstepper(f): 2:35am On Jun 23, 2017 |
for accommodation you can check out air bnb canada ; one can also search kijiji.ca and search under vacation rentals..This will give u an idea of how much rent is....possibly 800 to 1k dollars a month bestbuyer: |
Re: Giving Birth In Canada by bestbuyer(m): 10:19am On Jun 23, 2017 |
Thanks and God bless you all, Out to get more money now.... Diariz God!!!!! Hotstepper: 1 Like |
Re: Giving Birth In Canada by Nobody: 11:18am On Jun 23, 2017 |
Good day all, please i need your help. I am 12weeks gone and would like to have my baby in canada. Please how do i go about it. I applied for US visa twice last year for birthing purpose but didnt get it. I applied this year with my husband and daughter for vacation , we were also denied. Please i dont know if my previous refusal for US will affect me. I want to apply alone for child's birth. I would appreciate if anyone can put me through the process. Thanks and God blessyou |
Re: Giving Birth In Canada by Teefinix3: 1:01pm On Jun 23, 2017 |
@ Virt. Ok.....so if I go there physically, am sure to get appointment? I have been able to get his address. Virt: |
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