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Preparing for Labor & Delivery
We're here to answer all of your questions and help you feel well-prepared for delivering your baby.
Pre-register for Your Hospital Stay
- Pre-registration should ideally be completed when you are between 20-24 weeks pregnant.
- You’ll need about 10 minutes to complete the online registration process and it will make the check-in process smoother on the day of delivery.
Get to Know our Birth Center
- Prepare for your stay with our Virtual Birth Center Tour
- Directions and parking for Labor & Delivery (PDF)
- Birth Center frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Prepare Your Birth Preferences
- Complete a checklist to share specific wishes around your birth experience with your doctor or midwife
- Bring a copy to share with your nurses upon arrival to Labor & Delivery
Choose Your Pediatrician
- Many pediatricians visit within 24 hours of birth, while you are still in the hospital, so we ask that you select one prior to your hospital stay
- Search online and watch videos to help you choose the right pediatrician for your family
- Many of our pediatricians offer complimentary, in-person or virtual, Meet and Greet appointments for expectant parents which you can conveniently schedule online
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