Maternity

Maternity at Hoboken University Medical Center

Welcome to your family-centered maternity care experience. When it comes to the journey of motherhood we understand the importance of a support system, that’s why we utilize an approach that respects all members of your family ( partners, friends, children and more! ). The mind-body-spirit of your circle contributes to the well-being of you and your baby and the care you receive will curated to fit your specific needs.

Our Highlights

Obstetrics Emergency Department ( OBED )
Labor and Delivery Units ( L & D )
Specialized Mother/Baby Department
Special Care Nursery
Maternal Fetal Medicine
Transitional Nursery
Pampered Pregnancy

OB Emergency Department

During pregnancy every medical concern – even those not directly related to the pregnancy – have to be treated with both Mom and Baby in mind. Our OBED is available 24 hours a day and equipped to handle the majority of health issues that may arise in pregnant patients.

The OBED is filled with nurses trained in labor and delivery work alongside OB hospitalists to ensure that you and your Baby are as healthy as can be. Should you need additional treatment our staff will recommend fetal monitoring.

Labor and Delivery

Within L & D we have:

7 Labor/Delivery/Recovery Suites
3 Operating Rooms
24 Hour OB Hospitalists and Anesthesia Coverage
24 Hour Pediatric Hospitalists and Neonatal Coverage

We also implement quality initiatives that include:

Golden Hour ( Skin to Skin )
Baby Friendly Initiatives
Decrease the number of elective deliveries less than 39 weeks
Gentle C-Section\Nitrous Oxide Use

Special Care Nursery

The Special Care Nursey at HUMC is a State Designated Level 2 Nursery and operates during all hours of the day to quickly and effectively address any complications that may occur during the first days of life. Our team has experience in caring for:

Premature babies ( Born after 32 weeks )
Infections
Difficulties in Breathing
Small Size and weight
Low Temperature or Low Blood Sugar
Phototherapy for Jaundice
Stabilizing Infants for transport into Tertiary Care Facilities
And More

Pampered Pregnancy

The Pampered Pregnancy Program was designed to create a personal, customized birth experience for each and every one of our patients and is only available at CarePoint Health. Pregnancy coaches are available at all outpatient offices to help you navigate your pregnancy and childbirth experience. Whether you need guidance on finding classes for you and your baby, choosing a car seat, mastering breast feeding, coaches are here to answer it all.