Swedish Pregnancy & Childbirth Team

There's a reason why more babies are born at Swedish every year than any other health system in western Washington - bringing babies into this world is our mission. The Swedish Pregnancy & Childbirth Team is committed to giving you relevant and actionable insights on how to care for yourself and your child as you navigate the trimesters of your pregnancy.

3 months ago
Providence Swedish is named a Center of Excellence for Perinatal Substance Abuse care

Hospitals certified as Centers of Excellence for Perinatal Substance Use are improving birth outcomes and saving lives by centering the needs of babies and families. Learn more.

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5 months ago
Providence Swedish helped this Sounders star score his biggest goal yet: becoming a #girldad

Watch the video to learn how Providence Swedish was there for Sounders FC forward Jesús Ferreira and his partner Calyn when they were getting ready to welcome their daughter.

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5 months ago
At Swedish, doulas are central to support, advocacy and reducing health disparities

Listen to this episode of Talk With A Doc: Wellness Briefs, and learn more from Natasha Blanchard, a doula with Swedish First Hill in Seattle.

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4 months ago
Time for your prenatal appointment? Get the most out of your visit with these tips from an expert.

A Providence Swedish midwife offers guidance for addressing concerns and tailoring care so that it works for you. Watch the video and learn more.

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8 months ago
A new mom finds help and reassurance at Providence Swedish's Lytle Center for Pregnancy and Newborns

Morgan Flake felt lost trying to nurse her newborn. Providence Swedish offered education, support and comfort for this new mother navigating one of life's steepest learning curves. Read more.

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8 months ago
Embracing your postpartum body with care and acceptance

A Providence Swedish expert offers some tips for cultivating a new perspective on the amazing strength of your body — before and after baby. Learn more.

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10 months ago
Can you laugh your way through labor pain?

Probably not. But nitrous oxide at our birthing centers offers laboring patients another option for pain management. Watch the video and learn more.

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11 months ago
At Swedish, a historic drop in C-sections among Black mothers

JUST Birth and Team Birth are helping ensure that every family has the best, healthiest childbirth experience possible.

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11 months ago
Healthy pregnancy essentials: guidance for your prenatal journey

A Providence Swedish expert offers tips to support a healthy pregnancy and your baby's well-being. Listen to our "Talk With A Doc" podcast to learn more.

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about 1 year ago
“When it came to my birth plan, I just put my trust in Providence Swedish.”

These detail-oriented parents knew that their Providence Swedish maternity team would with them every step of the way. Watch the video and learn more.

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about 1 year ago
After a long journey, this "Spicy Noodle" was delivered with lots of extra hope and joy

The Swedish Foundation helps our experts manage high-risk pregnancies and ensure safe deliveries for moms like Rachel Butler. Learn more about the Butler family and their daughter Emily.

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about 1 year ago
Your generosity supports lifesaving care for our tiniest patients

Learn how your donations to the Swedish Foundation sustain innovations and technology that help more of our NICU babies survive and thrive.

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4 months ago
A labor of love: midwives offer comprehensive women's health care for every stage of life

Our midwives are committed to the healthiest pregnancy and best experience possible for birthing parents. And to supporting their patients of all ages live their healthiest lives.

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over 1 year ago
At Swedish, a blood test device is easing stress for newborns and their parents

Philanthropy-funded transcutaneous bilimeters spare babies additional pain and anxiety.

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10 months ago
A brighter future for pregnant people with substance use disorders

Swedish Ballard's Substance-Using Pregnant People program supports better outcomes for birthing parents and their babies.

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over 1 year ago
Support for you and your baby on your breastfeeding journey

Providence Swedish is working to reduce the widespread disparities among people who breastfeed, including those based on race, nationality, gender identity, sexual orientation.

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over 1 year ago
At Providence Swedish, prenatal and midwifery care in a supportive group setting

Watch video: Our CenteringPregnancy program often builds lasting bonds between parents-to-be. Learn more.

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over 1 year ago
Did the baby blues arrive with your newborn?

It is completely normal and expected to experience a range of emotions after childbirth. Identifying and understanding these feelings can help you navigate them.

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Black Maternal Health Week event celebrates human connection while highlighting deadly, ongoing inequities

The JUST Birth Network hosted a second annual event that marked progress, celebrated activism and called out continuing disparities in maternal and infant care.

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almost 2 years ago
Comprehensive care for people with complex pregnancies

Patients with medically complex pregnancy require specialized, holistic care. Swedish’s maternal and fetal medicine experts are there for them. Learn more.

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