New mom holding her baby at a birthing center

Get personalized pregnancy care in Oklahoma

OB-GYNs at Ascension St. John in Tulsa deliver advanced maternity care, including high-risk pregnancy care.

There’s no one-size-fits-all when it comes to having a baby. And no one knows your body better than you do. Your preferences are important. That’s why the conversation between you and your OB-GYN matters. Your care team at Ascension St. John, in Oklahoma, starts by listening to you. As you share your questions, concerns and expectations, we listen to understand you. We take this partnership seriously. And we want you to feel comfortable.

From the very beginning, we talk through the choices that are right for you and your baby. You’ll be supported by a team that will provide the care you need — from childbirth classes to breastfeeding support and more.

Pregnancy and birthing care for expecting families

Pregnancy is a special time for you and your family. Your care team works together to provide specialized care before, during and after your delivery. And, if you need advanced care for a high-risk pregnancy, we’ll help connect you to the right specialists. Get all the care you need, including:

  • OB-GYN and prenatal care

    Your OB-GYN and maternity care team provides specialized care throughout your pregnancy. We know that having a baby comes with a lot of questions. We take the time to listen to you and answer all your questions — big and small.

    Throughout your pregnancy, we monitor the health of you and your baby. At Ascension St. John, you are connected to all the maternity care you need, including high-risk pregnancy care.

    • 24/7 anesthesia coverage
    • 24/7 neonatology (Ascension St. John Medical Center only)
    • 24/7 OB specialized hospitalist (Ascension St. John Medical Center only)
    • Wireless fetal monitoring

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  • OB emergency care

    Ascension St. John Medical Center has a dedicated OB emergency room. Specially trained doctors, nurses, and care team members deliver 24/7 emergency care for pregnancy-related emergencies.

  • Breastfeeding support

    Ascension St. John is recognized as a baby-friendly hospital for providing quality care to infant feeding in the first few days of a child’s life.

    At Ascension St.John, your care team helps you and your baby with breastfeeding. To help you get started on your breastfeeding journey, register for a breastfeeding class or talk to a lactation consultant near you:

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  • Certified nurse midwives

    Our certified nurse midwives work with your care team in Owasso to provide:

    • Prenatal care
    • Care during labor and delivery
    • Postpartum care
    • Breastfeeding support
    • Emotional and mental health support

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  • Labor delivery, high-risk delivery and postpartum care

    Ascension Sacred Heart has three birthing centers:

    From the moment you enter the doors of our birthing centers, you are met with compassionate care. 

    Our maternal-fetal medicine (MFM) specialists work with your OB-GYN to deliver care for high-risk pregnancies and other health concerns, including high blood pressure, diabetes, heart problems and genetic disorders. We also provide genetic and preconception counseling.

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  • Neonatal intensive care

    Ascension St. John Medical Center in Tulsa has a Level III NICU — delivering advanced care for preterm and critically sick babies. As a Level III neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), we provide advanced care for critically ill newborns and those born prematurely

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  • Pediatricians and pediatric specialty care

    Your growing family is our priority. By choosing Ascension St. John to deliver your baby, you can establish a relationship with a pediatrician that starts at birth. You can have confidence knowing you are connected to a network of specialists who deliver primary care for infants.

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  • Tours and childbirth classes

    At Ascension St. John, we’re here to answer your questions and provide support throughout and after your pregnancy. During your first prenatal check-up, your OB-GYN will tell you about support services and childbirth classes that are available to you. By taking childbirth classes, you can learn more about your birthing options and what to expect.

    Choose one of the hospitals below to see what in-person tour and class options available:

Safe sleep hospital certificationCertified safe sleep hospital

Your child's safety is our priority. Several of our hospitals are certified as a National Safe Sleep Hospital by Cribs for Kids®, meaning we follow the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) guidelines for safe sleep.