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Congratulations on your pregnancy! Now the fun part is scheduling your prenatal appointments and sonograms and figuring out what kind of birth you want (and where you want to give birth)! If you want a hospital birth, Sibley Hospital’s Maternity section is an excellent option in the DC area that you need to know about!
Sibley Hospital Maternity is the most trusted hospital for moms and dads-to-be, delivering more babies than anywhere else in Washington, DC. Their space is designed to provide a unique birthing experience that combines exceptional comfort and amenities with the latest medical technology. Sibley Hospital Maternity believes that preparing for your new baby is exciting. Knowing what to expect and having a team of experienced and committed professionals will help relax you and ensure you and your baby have a positive birth experience.
Sibley Hospital offers many excellent maternity services! Their family-centered care units include large postpartum rooms, which allow mothers to labor, deliver and recover in one room, each with a sleep sofa and 55” HD TV. Their rooms also feature rocking and reclining chairs and a shower with water massage. They have a special care nursery room for babies requiring specialized care after birth. Sibley Hospital’s maternal-fetal medicine services offer specialists who can help manage high-risk pregnancies. They also provide video and in-person tours of their facilities and encourage you to find an obstetrician who suits you best!
Sibley Hospital Maternity section offers prenatal classes designed to prepare you for parenthood and teach various topics, including:
Last but not least, the Sibley Hospital Maternity section offers labor and delivery services. They ensure an experienced labor and delivery team that provides quality, compassionate care throughout your childbirth experience and beyond. After labor and delivery, they encourage you to breastfeed and get that special skin-on-skin time with your baby. They have several lactation specialists and services with the sole purpose of being there to support and guide you into a successful breastfeeding journey. Their breastfeeding educators can also help fit you for a new bra, help you buy essentials, and rent out a pump!
Sibley Hospital has all of its patients’ health in mind, which is why they have strict visitation policies. They still allow birthing parents to have one visitor in labor, delivery, and postpartum. Sibley Hospital also has your baby’s best interests in mind with their special care nursery, should your baby need specialized care or monitoring. Parents are welcome in the special care nursery 24/7. Additionally, they are encouraged to spend as much time with their babies as possible.
Sibley Hospital Maternity is definitely a baby and mom-friendly hospital, promising to uplift your and your baby’s needs and wants. Health is at the top of their priorities, making them an excellent option for birth! Contact them at (443) 997-0400 to schedule your appointment and ask any questions you may have. Good luck with your new journey!
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