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Trusted Maternity & Newborn Care in Dallas

Our team is committed to offering you and your baby care in a supportive environment. Whether you’re expanding your family or becoming a mom for the first time, we’re by your side. That’s community and why so many people trust Methodist.

Why Choose Methodist Dallas for Maternity and Newborn Care?

At Methodist Dallas Medical Center, our skilled team is prepared to care for you and your baby. Our award-winning program has been recognized time and again for delivering excellent, compassionate care to moms and newborns. Highlights of our program include:

  • Advanced neonatal care: The Level III neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) at Methodist Dallas Medical Center offers subspecialty care for babies born with special medical needs. We are also uniquely qualified to care for babies born before 32 weeks.
  • 24/7 expertise: You’ll have an entire team of specialists at each step of your journey. Experienced obstetricians, nurses, and anesthesiologists help address your specific needs.
  • Obstetrics Emergency Department (OB ED): If you require emergency care during your pregnancy, you’re in good hands. Our labor and delivery unit houses a separate five-room Obstetrics Emergency Department led by OB hospitalists 24/7.
  • Updated spaces: Our recently renovated labor and delivery unit and postpartum rooms feature advanced technology and equipment. The facility is designed with your comfort and safety in mind.
  • Education, resources, and support: Before welcoming your baby, you’ll have access to guided tours of our facility, a wide range of childbirth classes, and many other educational resources. We’re here to help you prepare for and welcome your baby.
  • Specialized breastfeeding support: Our hospital has been recognized for excellence in lactation care by the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE) and the International Lactation Consultant Association (ILCA). We offer personalized lactation advice, nursing classes, and support groups to moms who wish to breastfeed.

What to Expect at Methodist Dallas Medical Center

Our team wants you to feel as comfortable as possible while you’re with us. That’s why we take care of the details for you and your baby — before, during, and after birth.

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When you come to us, you’ll find:

  • Large, private rooms: You can progress through labor, deliver your baby, and recover all in your own private room. The space is large, comfortable, and inviting.
  • Comfortable amenities: Each room includes a refrigerator, large TV, recliner, and a pull-out couch for loved ones who wish to stay with you. Our facility also features bright rooms with natural light and serene outdoor spaces.
  • Personalized support: We focus on tending to your needs and giving you plenty of quiet time so you can bond with your newborn. We also offer breastfeeding support.

Classes, support, and resources designed for you and your baby

You may have questions when preparing for your baby. Our team offers answers, guidance, and the tools you need, along with support to help you both thrive. You’ll have access to classes covering many topics, such as:

  • Signs and stages of labor and how to know when to head to the hospital
  • Preparing for childbirth and reducing and managing pain and discomfort during labor and childbirth
  • Medical procedures during labor and childbirth, including Cesarean section
  • Common breastfeeding challenges and pitfalls, and how to manage them
  • What to expect and how to care for yourself in the days and weeks after delivery
  • How to care for your newborn, including umbilical cord care, feeding and sleeping issues, and when to call the pediatrician

Choose to learn on your own schedule with online childbirth classes. Or you can join an in-person baby care class or breastfeeding support group.

You can also schedule a tour of the nursery and labor and delivery facility, so you’ll feel more comfortable on delivery day. We’ve designed our classes and events to answer your questions, help you prepare, and guide you through the entire process.

Nationally Recognized Lactation Care

At Methodist Health Dallas, our team is dedicated to supporting moms who choose to breastfeed. We know that nursing can be challenging for many. We encourage moms to breastfeed by helping them:

  • Understand the many benefits of breastfeeding (for new moms as well as their babies)
  • Overcome any issues that may arise and encourage them to continue nursing
  • Learn about their nursing journey by offering education, advice, and assistance

Our hospital is recognized for excellence in lactation care with awards from the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE) and the International Lactation Consultant Association (ILCA). We are a Texas Ten Step Hospital, designated by the Texas Hospital Association and the Texas Department of State Health Services. This distinction reflects our commitment to promoting the World Health Organization’s (WHO) and UNICEF’s Ten Steps to Successful Breastfeeding.

Begin Your Maternity Journey at Methodist Dallas

Choosing where to welcome your baby is an important decision. At Methodist Dallas Medical Center, we combine advanced maternity and newborn care with a supportive, family-centered environment. From your first prenatal visit through labor, delivery, and postpartum care, our team is here to guide you every step of the way.

Whether you’re planning for your first child or growing your family, you’ll find expert care, modern facilities, and compassionate support at Methodist Dallas.

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At Methodist Dallas, we’re honored to help families welcome their newest members with confidence, comfort, and care.

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