Southwest General's newly renovated Maternity Services area features private rooms with all the comforts of home--from cozy couches and TVs to private baths. Soft, soothing pastels and warm oak tones help new and expectant parents feel relaxed and comfortable. There's even a kitchen for snacks and beverages!
Each beautifully decorated room also features high-tech equipment to provide a safe experience for mom and baby. Beyond this, parents can have peace of mind knowing that mom and baby will receive care from an experienced staff of medical professionals.
- Large labor and delivery rooms (6) with private baths and state-of-the-art equipment.
- Private, postpartum rooms beautifully decorated in soft, soothing colors (15 private, 4 semi-private).
- 24-hour, on-site coverage by: board-certified obstetricians to help any patient in labor when that patient's physician is not on-site; anesthesiologists to provide a wide range of pain relief measures.
- 24-hour on-call coverage by neonatologists from Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital.
- In-house neonatal nurse practitioners for coverage until a neonatologist arrives.
- Two nurses present at every delivery, one for mom and one just for baby.
Licensed lactation consultants to provide breastfeeding help when there are problems.
- Competent, friendly staff with many years of experience to care for you and your newborn.
- Overnight stays for dads who want to be with mom and baby.
The choice to "room-in" and keep your baby with you or have your baby cared for in the Nursery when you need your rest.
- Open visiting during structured hours to allow siblings and grandparents to bond with baby.
- Appetizing and nutritious meals as well as a kitchen where patients can help themselves to snacks and beverages.
- Digital photos and videos of your newborn, taken and developed in-house for fast, convenient proofs and purchasing.
To learn about our Childbirth Education and Family Life classes, designed for expectant families and couples thinking about having a baby, call 440-816-8036 or click here.