Each childbirth experience is uniquely memorable. Our William J. Hickey Women’s Health Services (Mother/Baby Unit) is dedicated to providing exceptional care, comfort, and support as you welcome the newest addition to your family.

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Services and amenities include:

• Comfortable, private birthing suites, with overnight
  accommodations for a support person.
• State-of-the-art surgical suites for cesarean (C-section) births.
• Patient-centered, gentle C-section deliveries, including clear drapes that allow moms to see their baby's first movement.
• Vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC).
• Aromatherapy to help ease stress during labor.
• A variety of pain management options .
• In-house 24/7 coverage by certified nurse midwives and neonatal hospitalists. 
• Mother and baby care that supports rooming in, encouraging mother and baby to stay together and get to know each other.
• Breastfeeding assistance from RN lactation consultants and a board-certified lactation counselor.
• Family-centered education programs, including childbirth preparation, prenatal yoga, breastfeeding, and infant care.
• Home health support for patients who are discharged early. 
• Breastfeeding support group.
• Follow-up care and other services to help keep your family healthy. 

The birth of a baby is a joyous occasion for a family and our community. To celebrate and share the news with our staff, patients, and visitors, we announce each birth by sounding a subtle chime over our public address system.
*The chime being used is licensed under Creative Commons.