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Maternity care in Indiana
Maternity care teams at Ascension St. Vincent are here for you. From OB-GYN care and pregnancy, to birthing and beyond.
Maternity care in Indiana
Maternity care teams at Ascension St. Vincent are here for you. From OB-GYN care and pregnancy, to birthing and beyond.
Why choose Ascension St. Vincent.
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.
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
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 connect you to the right specialists.
Get the care you need, including:- Breastfeeding support
- Childbirth and sibling classes
- Labor, delivery and postpartum care
- Maternal-fetal medicine and neonatal specialty care
- NICU level IV perinatal center
- OB-GYN and prenatal care
High-risk pregnancy care
Not everyone will need more care during their pregnancy, labor or delivery. But if you do, 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. Your care team will also work with you to help manage your condition after delivery. In Indianapolis, Peyton Manning Children's Hospital has a level IV NICU. In Evansville, our NICU at Peyton Manning Children's Hospital is a Level III and is connected to the Women's Hospital.
Comprehensive maternity care
From your first visit through delivery and beyond, our team is here to support you every step of the way. We offer comprehensive maternity care tailored to your needs, and connect you with experienced specialists if your pregnancy requires extra attention. Services include:
Your growing family is our priority. By choosing Ascension St. Vincent’s 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. Our pediatricians are here to listen to you and care for your child’s needs even before birth including sharing information about breastfeeding, checkups and immunizations.
If you prefer to choose a midwife for your care, our certified nurse midwives work alongside your care team to provide:
- Annual well-woman exams
- Care during labor and delivery
- Emotional and mental health support
- Postpartum care
- Prenatal care and classes on pregnancy, birthing and breastfeeding
After your delivery, we can connect you and your baby with additional care, if needed.
Your baby’s safety is our priority. All of our Indiana hospitals are certified as National Safe Sleep Hospitals by Cribs for Kids®, meaning we follow the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) guidelines for safe sleep.
Having a care team that understands you is important. Your birth designer at Ascension St. Vincent helps you understand your choices and decide on your preferences to personalize your birth experience. Support services are provided at no cost to you and include:
- Childbirth and childcare classes
- Coordinated care and appointments for high-risk pregnancy
- Planning for a personalized delivery experience
Take a tour or attend a childbirth class
At Ascension St. Vincent, we’re here to answer your questions and provide support throughout and after your pregnancy. During your first prenatal check-up, your OB-GYN or certified nurse midwife 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:
- Ascension St. Vincent Women and Infants Hospital
- Ascension St. Vincent Carmel Birthing Center
- Ascension St. Vincent Anderson Birthing Center
- Ascension St. Vincent Evansville Labor and Delivery
- Ascension St. Vincent Randolph Birthing Center
- Ascension St. Vincent Kokomo Birthing Center
- Ascension St. Vincent Fishers Birthing Center
If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency, go directly to the ER or call 911.
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