Labor and Delivery

300+ Babies Are Born at UK St. Claire Annually

Introducing a newborn to your family is a very special moment in your life, and our staff at the Labor and Delivery Unit at UK St. Claire is eager to make it a safe, comfortable, and memorable experience for you. Our labor and delivery team delivers more than 300 babies and sees more than 900 patients per year, and always uses the most up-to-date technologies and guidelines. Our team of experienced, knowledgeable obstetricians will make you confident you receive the highest quality care for the birth of your child.

We encourage our patients to be active participants in their care and to ask any questions or share their concerns along the way. Your labor and delivery team will include a board-certified obstetrician, and may also involve an OB physician, certified nurse midwife, certified lactation specialist, a neonatal resuscitation certified nurse, and others. This team of experts will ensure your pregnancy progresses as smoothly as possible while planning and preparing for the birth of your new baby.

Prenatal and Maternity Services

3-D image ultrasound (sonography)
4-D image ultrasound
Dedicated nursing unit
Pain relief methods during labor/delivery
Kangaroo Care
Infant/child safety education
Maternity/new parent classes
Lactation services (both inpatient and outpatient)
Cesarean (C-section) surgeries
Labor & Delivery Unit tours
Private labor and delivery rooms
Private postpartum room options
And more

How to Prepare for Your Hospital Stay

Consider starting to pack for your hospital stay at least 2 weeks prior to your due date, so you can avoid having to hurry at the last minute. Here are some suggestions for what to bring with you to the hospital and on your trip back home with your newborn.

You should bring the following with you to the hospital: