View the Maternal Care Center
Our Maternal Care Center features a spa-like environment with 9 spacious, private, post-partum rooms each equipped with a whirlpool bath, sleeper chairs, television, DVD/VHS players, a refrigerator and ample space for displaying flowers and gifts.
Family and friends are welcome to visit, gathering in our large, child-friendly waiting area.
Am I able to consume alcohol?
No, alcohol consumption should be avoided during pregnancy.
Is NutraSweet okay to use?
You can use it in moderation. Studies have found no evidence for birth defects after using NutraSweet.
Should I not have caffeine?
You should avoid caffeine for the first twelve weeks, then in moderation after the twelve weeks.
Can I eat seafood?
You should NOT eat tuna, swordfish, mackerel, or shark, due to the unknown levels of mercury in them.
Is deli meat okay to eat?
You should avoid all deli meats, unless they are cooked thoroughly. This includes most sub sandwiches. It is due to the risk of a Listeria infection.
Is it okay for me to travel while pregnant?
Car - If you take a trip by car, you need to stop about every hour to get out and walk around to prevent blood clots in your legs.
Plane - Many airlines require a doctor's note for pregnant patients stating their due date and any pregnancy complications.
Regardless of mode of transportation, if you are over 32 weeks pregnant, you should take a copy of your prenatal records with you.
Am I able to get a perm/dye my hair?
We don't have much information about how much chemicals are absorbed through the scalp, so it's best to discuss with your hairdresser. Highlighting is fine but avoid any hair dyes that come in contact with the scalp.
Can I still go in the hot tub or take a hot bath?
The temperature should be less than 100 degrees during the first trimester. You may be in for five minutes and out for five minutes, but the total time in should not exceed 20 minutes. After the first trimester, 105 degrees is okay. Some hot tubs are kept at higher temperatures than this, so if you aren't sure, don't go in. The problem is the heat, not the water.
Can I still go to the tanning booth?
We don't have a lot of data, and there is no known evidence for fetal injury. There are more known problems for moms, such as skin cancer, than for the baby; so we suggest not doing it, or if you must, not over doing it.
Is smoking okay?
Try strongly to quit. If your partner is a smoker, work on them to quit, too!
Are drugs okay to use?
Quit! Please talk with us if you have a problem with drugs.
I have not felt my baby move much today, should I come in?
Please call immediately.
I have had some vaginal spotting today, what should I do?
Please call immediately.
I have had mucous discharge, is this normal?
Please call immediately.
I think I might be in labor, when should I come to the hospital?
Please call immediately.
I am leaking some fluid, should I come in?
Please call immediately.
