Obstetrics and Midwifery

At St. Elizabeth, our obstetricians (OB-GYN) and certified nurse-midwives understand that growing your family is an exciting time filled with anticipation, joy and sometimes uncertainty. We’re here to offer you exceptional, personalized care that focuses on your needs and desires. Whether you need a well-woman visit, routine gynecologic care or pregnancy care, we’ll make sure you enjoy a safe, professional and supportive experience.

Our compassionate experts at the state-of-the-art Family Birth Place offer a comprehensive range of obstetrics services. Rely on our nurturing and caring environment to prioritize your wellbeing and celebrate your individuality. We want to customize your obstetrics experience to meet your needs.

Obstetrics and Midwifery Services We Offer

Our OB-GYNs and nurse midwives offer care before, during and after childbirth. They coordinate all your pregnancy care and work with other specialists such as genetic counselors, maternal-fetal medicine experts or gynecologic cancer specialists.

Obstetrics and midwifery services may include:

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  • Well-woman visits, including routine care for each stage of life, breast exams and menopause management.
  • Prenatal care and education, including regular check-ups, fetal development monitoring and screening for any potential complications. We also offer nutrition and exercise guidance to help encourage healthy lifestyle choices during pregnancy.
  • Management of high-risk conditions, including gestational diabetes (high blood sugar levels during pregnancy), pre-eclampsia (high blood pressure during pregnancy) and having multiple babies (twins, triplets).

  • Labor and delivery services, including monitoring and management, providing medical interventions when necessary and offering guidance on relaxation techniques, breathing exercises and positions for labor.

  • Postpartum care, including monitoring your physical and emotional wellbeing, providing breastfeeding support, addressing any complications and offering guidance on postpartum healing.

  • Peri- and Menopause management, including services to help with symptoms and address related health concerns.

Experience You Can Trust

We’re a designated WHO and UNICEF Baby-Friendly Hospital, and our Level III NICU will bring you peace of mind should you ever need it. We’ve also earned Perinatal Care Certification from The Joint Commission, recognizing us for providing coordinated, patient-centered care for mothers and their newborns.

Through our comprehensive services and collaborative teams of healthcare professionals, including obstetricians, nurse-midwives, maternal-fetal experts, urogynecologists, imaging specialists and nurse educators, we empower you to make informed healthcare decisions for you and your baby.

Frequently Asked Questions about Obstetrics & Midwifery Care

Most women schedule their first prenatal visit around 8–10 weeks of pregnancy. If you know you have a high-risk condition, or think you might, your provider may want to see you sooner so we can give you the right support early on.

Both OB-GYNs and certified nurse-midwives provide prenatal, delivery and postpartum care. Many women choose based on the type of birth experience they want. OB-GYNs provide medical and surgical care, while midwives often focus on low-intervention, personalized support. Some women choose teams that offer both.

High-risk pregnancies may include gestational diabetes, high blood pressure, twins or more, or health issues before pregnancy. Call sooner if you experience headaches that don’t go away, swelling, bleeding or decreased fetal movement.

You can talk through pain-management options with your provider before delivery. It helps to understand what is available and what fits your birth preferences. Options may include natural comfort techniques, nitrous oxide, IV pain medication or an epidural.

Yes, many parents schedule a virtual tour or an in-person tour so they feel prepared. Seeing the space often brings peace of mind.

Postpartum care after delivery includes physical recovery, emotional wellbeing, incision checks if needed and breastfeeding support. Your provider may also screen for postpartum depression or anxiety. We can connect you with additional care if needed.

Most women have their first postpartum visit between two and six weeks after delivery, depending on birth type and recovery. Some women come sooner for emotional support, incision care or breastfeeding support.

Cramping, fatigue or mild bleeding can be part of early healing after delivery. Call us if bleeding increases, you develop a fever, have severe pain or your symptoms interfere with everyday life. Your team wants you to call — nothing is too small to bring up.

You can continue with wellness visits, menopause care and specialty services, such as pelvic floor therapy or urogynecology. Many women stay with the same team for years


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