The Family Birth Place at Mary Washington Hospital
The Family Birth Place at Mary Washington Hospital focuses on celebrating
childbirth with a high-tech yet soft touch atmosphere. Our team is dedicated
to making your birth experience personal with nurses trained in all methods
of childbirth. With our 24/7 staff of in-house OB hospitalists, anesthesia
providers, and pediatric hospitalists and neonatologists, you can rest
assured that you and your baby will receive expert care.
After your baby arrives, members of the family, including your new baby,
will have the opportunity to stay in the same spacious room for the duration
of your visit.* Our family-centered approach encourages bonding and time
getting to know your baby while receiving care from our expert nurses
and Children’s National Hospital pediatric hospitalists. Certified
lactation consultants visit our new moms daily to assist with breastfeeding.
*Visitation has been impacted by COVID-19. Please visit our visitation
page for up-to-date information.
Labor and Delivery
We offer:
24/7 in-house obstetricians for additional care and coverage
24/7 in-house neonatal providers - Children's National neonatologists and
pediatric hospitalists, nurse practitioners and bedside nurses who specialize
in the care of the newborn
24/7 in-house anesthesia providers - anesthesiologists and nurse anesthetists
In The Family Birth Place you’ll experience:
Private, state-of-the-art rooms in a serene, secured environment
The latest, most advanced technologies to include fetal monitoring systems,
pain management delivery and newborn stabilization equipment
Dedicated cesarean rooms within the unit
Nurses trained in all methods of childbirth
Education for parents regarding their newborns during post-delivery, ensuring
that all mothers and their newborns will have the best continuum of care
from admission to discharge.
Mother and Baby Unit
We offer:
Rooming-in to encourage bonding with your newborn
24/7 Children’s National pediatric hospitalists to coordinate the
care of your newborn
Certified lactation consultants available daily to provide breastfeeding support
Two complimentary slices of cheesecake with your choice of toppings and
sparkling cider
We are committed to following safe sleep guidelines recommended by the
American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), and provide training programs for
parents, staff and the community
Program created by
Cribs for Kids®, a Pittsburgh-based organization dedicated to preventing infant, sleep-related
deaths due to accidental suffocation
The Family Birth Place at Mary Washington Hospital provides a cozy haven,
private rooms with updated flooring, modern decor, spa-like bathrooms
and a spacious layout.
In this soothing environment, you'll be pampered by our caring, knowledgeable
team of highly experienced physicians, nurses, and support staff.
Designed to be spacious, inviting and peaceful, our amenities include:
Refreshed décor with modern architectural themes
Vanities and closets
Warm hardwood flooring in patient rooms
Flat-screen televisions
Modern lighting and fixtures
Rockers and sleeper sofas for family overnight stays
Updated bathroom décor and fixtures
Sliding bathroom doors with full-length mirrors
Family eating area with microwave and vending
Region's Most Experienced Level III NICU
Mary Washington Hospital has the region's most experienced 17 bed, Level
III, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Our proud partnership with Children’s
National Hospital provides 24/7 expert care with the #1 ranked neonatologists
that bring world-class neonatal expertise to newborns in the region without
having to leave Fredericksburg. Additionally, the NICU is powered by a
highly-trained, specialized staff and the best technological advancements.
24/7 staff of board-certified neonatologists from Children’s National
Hospital, ranked #1 in neonatology
Care for infants as small as one pound, and born as young as 23 weeks
Highly trained, specialized staff certified in high-risk neonatal intensive
care nursing and supported by specialists in respiratory, physical, and
speech therapy, pharmacy, nutrition, dieticians, and case management
Certified lactation consultants available daily to provide breastfeeding
support to you and your premature or sick newborn
Babies who need an even higher level of care have immediate access to consultation
and transport to the Level IV Children’s National Hospital NICU,
one of the best children’s hospitals in the country
Planning Checklist
Register for a Birthing Class
Attending a virtual childbirth education class can lessen anxiety for new
parents. At MWHC we encourage you to take one of our many classes offered
by certified childbirth educators.
Choose a Pediatrician
Call MWHC Health Link at
540.741.1404 to find pediatricians and family doctors accepting new patients. Please
note: you must have an appointment scheduled with your chosen pediatrician
before you and your baby can be discharged. Mary Washington Pediatrics
in Fredericksburg and Mary Washington Primary Care and Pediatrics in Ruther
Glen are accepting patients.
One of the most important things you can do is ensure your child is safe
while riding in a vehicle. Prior to your baby’s delivery, find a
certified safety seat technician to install or confirm placement of your
child’s safety seat. Click here to find free local resources and
learn more.
Please bring personal care items such as deodorant, shampoo, slippers,
etc. Do not bring jewelry, money, medications, or items of sentimental
value. You will also need to bring an approved infant car seat and clothes
in which to take your baby home.
Please have a check or money order available for the child’s birth
certificate. Please make the check payable to: State Health Department
for an amount of $12. Payment via cash or credit card is not accepted.
The Family Birth Place at Mary Washington Hospital focuses on celebrating
childbirth with a high-tech yet soft touch atmosphere. Our team is dedicated
to making your birth experience personal with nurses trained in all methods
of childbirth. With our 24/7 staff of in-house OB hospitalists, anesthesia
providers, and pediatric hospitalists and neonatologists, you can rest
assured that you and your baby will receive expert care.
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