Each room features amenities to make your stay enjoyable, including wireless service, cable TV, an adjustable thermostat, and “at-your-request” room service for your nutrition needs. Beyond the family-centered, home-like environment, you can rest assured your room features advances such as bedside monitoring, electronic medication dosing and a high-tech security system.
What should I bring for delivery?
One way you can prepare for the big day is to pack a bag for the hospital…before you go into labor. You should bring sleepwear and a robe, underclothes, warm socks, clothes, a sweater or sweatshirts, a change of clothes for dad or other support person, nursing accessories, a diaper bag, your phone or camera, and a home-going outfit for baby.
What is considered a “high risk” pregnancy?
Some pregnancies are labeled high risk for a number of reasons. Moms who are very young or older than usual may be considered high risk moms. Also, moms with existing health conditions such as diabetes, blood disorders, addiction, or other diagnoses would be considered high risk.
Are vaccines safe during pregnancy?
Flu shots are recommended and safe to have during pregnancy. Other vaccines are also safe and the Tdap (whooping cough) vaccine is recommended for any adult who will be spending time with the baby. Ask your provider about vaccines you should have during pregnancy.
What should I avoid during pregnancy?
You should avoid fish with high levels of mercury, raw fish, unpasteurized milk or dairy products, and prepared food that is spoiled or not cooked well. You should also avoid hot tubs, saunas, and litterboxes. You must also wear waterproof gloves when gardening to avoid touching buried excrements from pets.
What is a birth plan?
Our providers encourage you to create a birth plan and will even help you develop it. A birth plan plots out how you would like to experience labor and childbirth. Birth plans can include music, lighting, pictures, activity, hydrotherapy, natural childbirth, medication, epidural, C-section, family involvement, partner involvement, camera use, first breastfeeding, homecoming, or any other aspect of labor, delivery, and newborn care you’d like to plan. Your doctor or Certified Nurse Midwife can help you formulate it or look it over to be sure it’s safe.