Pregnancy and Baby
This department offers
- Gynecology
- Lactation Specialist
- Maternal fetal medicine
- OB-GYN
- Obstetrics
- Women's health
Pregnancy can be an exciting—and anxious—nine months. You may wonder, “Am I doing everything I can to prepare for this baby?”
Chances are you’re doing everything you can to keep you and your little one healthy. Although, most pregnancies and birth experiences go smoothly, if complications come up, our medical team and neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) are equipped to handle even the littlest of patients.
Lutheran Classes and Events
We have several classes and events you can register to attend to learn more about delivering your baby at Lutheran Hospital. From scheduling a tour, to learning how to prepare for birth, we have several classes available
Baby-Friendly and Lactation Support
At Lutheran Hospital, we practice Baby-Friendly standards and approach to care because we want parents and their babies to have the best start.
The Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative, which is supported by the World Health Organization and the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, supports families to be successful in whatever their feeding choice may be. Our staff teaches and helps moms whether their goal is to breastfeed, or formula feed their babies.
Our Five-Star Breastfeeding Support Amenities include:
- Lactation Support 7-days a week with a board-certified lactation consultant
- One-on-one breastfeeding instruction during hospital stay
- Private lactation follow-up visit 4-6 days after your baby goes home
- Breastfeeding support group to connect with lactation nurses and other moms
- Breastfeeding Helpline available 7-days a week
Call Lactation Services at (303) 265-5555 to Schedule an Appointment
Our OB/GYN providers
Our neonatologist providers
Safe Sleep Certified Hospital
Lutheran Hospital has been designated a Cribs for Kids® National Silver Certified Safe Sleep hospital for our commitment to best practices and education on infant safe sleep.
Safe sleep
What parents need to know to create a safe sleep environment:
- Always place a baby on their back to sleep, for naps at night, to reduce the risk of SUID.
- Use a firm sleep surface, covered by a fitted sheet; a crib, bassinet, portable crib or play yard that conforms to the safety standards of the Consumer Product Safety Commission is recommended.
- The baby should not sleep in an adult bed, on a couch or on a chair alone, with a parent, or with anyone else.
- Keep the baby’s sleep area in the same room where the parent(s) sleep (for the infant’s first year). Room sharing not bed sharing.
- Always place the baby in a safety-approved crib, bassinet or portable crib for sleep.
- Sitting devices like bouncy seats, swings, infant carriers or strollers should not be used for routine sleep.
- Keep soft objects such as pillows and blankets, toys and bumpers out of the baby’s sleep area. Wedges and positioners should not be used.
- Do not smoke during pregnancy or allow smoking around your baby.
- Do not let your baby get too hot during sleep.
- Breastfeed your baby.
- Give your baby a dry pacifier that is not attached to a string for naps and at night to reduce the risk of SUIDS after breastfeeding is established.
- Supervised skin-to-skin is recommended for all mothers and infants immediately following birth, regardless of feeding or delivery, (as soon as mother is medically stable, awake and able to respond to her newborn) and to continue for at least an hour. Once mother starts to get sleepy, baby is returned to the bassinet.
Baby's First Ride
Did you know that more than 50% of car seats are not used or installed correctly? Call now to schedule a FREE appointment with an Intermountain Health car seat technician. We will double check your car seat and pass along helpful tips and tricks for ensuring your baby is safe every time they ride in the car. It only takes a few minutes, it will give you peace of mind, and the service is FREE.
- Have a baby on the way? Schedule a convenient time to come in before your due date.
- Patient at one of our hospitals? Be sure to schedule your appointment ASAP before your discharge day.
- Ready for the next stage? We can help you navigate the transition to convertible seats and even boosters.
Serena and Tj's Birth Experience
First-time parents Serena and TJ open up about their incredible experience with prenatal classes and how these classes prepared them for a positive birth experience. From learning essential skills to building confidence, they discuss the support they received and how it made all the difference during Serena's labor and delivery.
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