Personalized Maternity Care in Southern California

Our goal is to make this experience exciting and positive for the entire family

In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, Methodist Hospital is taking all prudent precautions against the spread of the virus. To that end, all Maternity Care Tours/Classes are being conducted virtually.

If you'd like information about delivering at Methodist Hospital and would like to complete the pre-admission process please email MaternityDept@methodisthospital.org or call 1-800-950-BABY.

For more information and to register for Virtual Maternity Classes CLICK HERE

Maternity Education Office: 1-800-950-BABY or 1-800-950-2229

It's something that happens every day but still seems special and exciting every time, having a baby is a thrilling, somewhat scary experience that Methodist Hospital of Southern California is proud to be a part of. We want to give you and your family a wonderful start. Our maternity care center houses nine labor/delivery/recovery suites, four labor rooms, and two operating rooms. We have taken pains to plan for every contingency so that we can act fast in the event of a complication during labor.

We Cater to Your Needs & Desires

Many expectant mothers have some idea of how they want their labor to be and we work closely with our patients to make sure the birth experience is as close to their vision as possible. Our beautiful, private and semi-private suites are designed to facilitate a quick recovery so you and your baby can return home and start your new lives together.

The maternity care is prepared to handle patient needs and emergencies as they arise. Our state-of-the-art facility is outfitted with:

• 24-hour anesthesia coverage
• Registered nurses, OB technicians, and physicians on-call 24/7
• A Newborn nursery
• 17-bed Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
• A multidisciplinary team consisting of physicians, nurses, respiratory therapists, social workers, pharmacists, dieticians, and occupational therapists
• Fetal monitor displays in every room that are monitored from the nurses' station
• 24-bed couplet care unit designed for family-centered care in Berger Tower, featuring 20 private rooms and two semi-private rooms.

Take a tour of our Maternity Care Center

Maternity Care Classes

Methodist Hospital offers a number of exciting educational programs that help families prepare for the arrival of a new baby and make important decisions. Each class offers unique information, so we encourage you to participate in as many classes as possible.

Baby Care and Soothing Class

During this virtual class, expectant parents will explore the “Understanding Your Newborn” Student Handbook. Topics covered will include newborn characteristics and behavior, sleep and feeding patterns, diapering and bathing demonstrations, comforting techniques, baby safety, when to call the doctor, transitioning to your new role as a parent, and a Q&A session. You will be asked to use a doll or rolled blanket as your “baby” while practicing hands-on exercises. Additionally you will be provided with access to an informative mobile app that will be a useful resource for new parents during the first months after baby arrives.

You must register online to secure your spot in class. For more information and to register for Virtual Maternity Classes CLICK HERE

Prepared Childbirth Class

This one day virtual course with follow up Q & A Session is essential for all first-time expectant parents, as it will help to prepare you and your partner for labor and delivery. Students receive an “Understanding Birth” guidebook which explores the topics of the signs of labor, when to go to the hospital, breathing techniques, relaxation and massage, common medical procedures, including explanations of epidurals and cesarean birth, the role of the labor support person, and insight into the hospital and postpartum experience for both mother and baby. Additionally, you will be given access to a mobile app that will keep all of this information at your fingertips as you prepare for and experience the birth of your baby.

You must register online to secure your spot in class. For more information and to register for Virtual Maternity Classes CLICK HERE

Breastfeeding Class

During this virtual class, expectant parents will explore the “Understanding Breastfeeding” Student Handbook. A Lactation Specialist will provide you with information about the benefits of breastfeeding, how-to ensure nutritive latch, healthy milk production, pumping success, storing of human milk, prevention and relief of common problem and a Q&A session. Your support person is encouraged to join us. You will be asked to use a doll or rolled blanket as your “baby” while practicing hands-on techniques for positioning your infant. Additionally, you will be provided with access to an informative mobile app to keep this important information at your fingertips before and during your breastfeeding journey.

You must register online to secure your spot in class. For more information and to register for Virtual Maternity Classes CLICK HERE

Breastfeeding Support Group "Mommy & Baby Bistro"

On an interim basis, the Mommy and Baby Bistro will meet every Wednesday from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. via Zoom.

Please request to be placed on our email list by sending your request to yolanda.fernandez@methodisthospital.org

Please include your telephone number on your request.

This will be a closed group. Only moms who have been invited to join will be allowed to participate.

You will need to download the Zoom app.

For more information, please call Yolanda Fernandez, IBCLC 626-462-2710 or 626-574-2415

We are always honored when people choose us as their partner during this special event. If you have questions about our maternity care services, please call 1-800-950-BABY or 1-800-950-2229. Please feel free to leave a message on this secure phone line and we will return your call or you can also email questions to MaternityDept@methodisthospital.org .