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I recently gave birth in Canada, and since I read so many helpful posts about the process on this blog before traveling, I felt it was only right to come back and share my own experience, including the costs, hospital options, accommodation, and other useful information for anyone considering the same journey.

This was actually my second time visiting Canada, and I honestly think that helped during my Port of Entry (POE) process. I was barely questioned by immigration officers. The entry process was very smooth — it almost felt like no one was paying attention to me.

Before arriving in Canada, I had already contacted several hospitals through email to ask about their maternity packages and delivery costs. A few hospitals replied with detailed information, so by the time I landed, I already knew the hospitals I wanted to consider.

The first hospital I contacted, and also the most affordable among the ones I checked, was Mackenzie Health Hospital.

Below were their estimated childbirth costs:

MACKENZIE HEALTH HOSPITAL COST BREAKDOWN

Initial Deposit:
- CAD $20,000 deposit required to cover hospital and physician fees.

Please note:
This deposit does NOT include:
- Antenatal care
- Postpartum care in the OBGYN’s office
- Anesthesiologist fees

Additional Fees:
- Anesthesiologist: CAD $1,500 – $3,500
- C-Section fee: CAD $875
- OBGYN fee: CAD $5,000

What the CAD $20,000 deposit covers:
- Mother’s shared room (3–4 beds): CAD $3,000 per 24 hours
- Baby care: CAD $1,500 per 24 hours
- NICU (if needed): CAD $2,200

I eventually decided not to use this hospital because I did not have family or close friends living nearby. Since I wanted a place where relatives and friends could easily visit and support me, I chose another hospital instead.

The hospital I eventually used was:

WRHN (Waterloo Regional Health Network)

Below is my full cost breakdown:

Hospital Deposit:
- CAD $10,000

Additional Costs:
- Anesthesiologist fee: CAD $1,500 (paid in cash)
- OBGYN fee: CAD $5,000
- C section : CAD $ 3,500
- Mother’s hospital bed: CAD $3,520 × 2 days
- Baby’s hospital stay: CAD $2,120 × 2 days

Accommodation to stay on arrival-
- First 7 days Airbnb: CAD $1,200
- Monthly accommodation after that: CAD $1,100 × 3 months

Food:
- Approximately CAD $1,200 monthly × 3 months

TOTAL EXPENSES

Total spent overall:
- CAD $29,380
- Approximately USD $21,450
- Approximately ₦30 million naira

This total includes:
- Hospital bills
- Doctor’s fees
- Accommodation
- Feeding

Please note:
- Flight tickets were NOT included in this calculation.
- Delivery date: April 2026

Overall, my experience was smooth and positive. Planning ahead, contacting hospitals early, and arranging accommodation before delivery really helped reduce stress. I hope this breakdown helps anyone considering giving birth in Canada understand the possible costs and prepare better.