Delivery and Your Hospital Stay

We prioritize maternity care that puts your family at the center and aligns with your individual birth preferences. Here’s what you can expect during your stay:

Rooming-In: From helping you understand your baby’s sleep patterns and feeding cues, to skin-to-skin bonding and breastfeeding support, there are numerous benefits to having your baby stay in the room with you! Your support person or significant other is also welcome.

Transitional Nursery: If you need some rest, we offer an alternative with our Transitional Care Nursery, where your baby is monitored by dedicated staff. You can request your baby back when it’s time to breastfeed or if you wish to hold them.

Breastfeeding Assistance: Our lactation specialists are available Monday to Friday from 7 AM to 11 PM, Saturday from 7 AM to 3 PM, and have varying hours on Sunday. They can also assist you post-discharge by appointment—just call 478-352-5551.

Pain Management Options: Our team includes certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs) who can provide epidurals when needed. We also offer other various methods to help manage discomfort and support labor progression.

C-Section Expertise: We have two operating suites and skilled surgeons ready to assist with both planned and emergency Cesarean sections. If desired, you can watch your baby’s birth through a clear surgical curtain during a “gentle C-section.”

Private, Spacious Birthing Suites

At our Women’s Center, you will enjoy private, spacious birthing suites designed for labor, delivery, and recovery, allowing you to stay in one room throughout your experience before transferring to our specialized Mother/Baby Unit. Each suite is equipped with homelike amenities, including a bathroom, shower, TV, phone, rocking chair, bed for the mother, and a sleeper for your support person.

Maternity Visitation Guidelines

Family and friends may want to visit to celebrate with you. Here are some important points to remember:

• Up to three visitors at a time are permitted during labor (including your support person).
• Only one visitor is allowed during a C-section.
• After your baby’s birth, additional visitors are welcome during visiting hours, from 9 AM to 9 PM daily.
• One overnight guest (adult only) is allowed to stay after visiting hours, while no children may stay overnight.
• Smoking is prohibited on the premises.
• For the safety of our patients, visitation guidelines my change at any time

Preparing for Your Hospital Stay

To make your experience enjoyable, here are a few things to prepare in advance:

Packing for Delivery: You won’t need to bring much, as we provide essential items for you and your baby during your stay, including maternity pads, disposable underwear, perineal wash bottles, diapers, wipes, and feeding supplies.

A few suggested packing items:

• A personal pillow for comfort
• A cell phone and charger
• A nursing bra, if you plan to breastfeed
• Comfortable clothes for your return home
• An outfit for your baby, including a head covering and blanket
• Infant socks and/or mittens
• And of course, a properly secured car seat!

To find a car seat inspection center near you, please scan the QR Code below:

Parking at the Women’s Center

We have parking for our patients directly in front of the Women’s Center building. Once you move to the Mother/Baby Unit, you may choose to move your car and park in front of the North West Tower located directly in front of the hospital.

Going Home

Following delivery, moms and babies typically stay in the hospital for only a short time. Moms with uncomplicated vaginal deliveries typically stay 24-48 hours. Moms who deliver by C-section typically stay for 48-72 hours. You may need to stay longer if medically necessary.

Learn More

To learn more about the services we provide at our Women’s Center, please call:

Labor & Delivery: 478-352-4499

Mother/Baby & Special Care Nursery: 478-352-6276