The obstetrical unit at the hospital in Carbonear was supposed to reopen yesterday, but will remain closed for another week.
The shutdown, which was only supposed to last for one week, began on November 28 due to staffing shortages.
The unit is now closed for a second week and will reopen again on December 13.
Anyone who needs to access obstetrical services will have to go to the hospital in Clarenville or the Health Sciences Centre in St. John’s.