How one Providence Swedish nurse helped change state law
For families going through pregnancy loss, relief from burdensome requirements that made a sensitive time even more difficult. Learn more.
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Pregnancy & Childbirth
Services and stories about the unique pregnancy path offered to expecting, new and experienced moms at Swedish
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Misinformation is triggering vaccine doubt and driving a rise in preventable pediatric illness
The dispute between doctors and government health officials has left many parents wary of both. A Swedish expert offers clarity on the dire consequences of dropping vaccination rates. Learn more.
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If a birth plan doesn’t go to plan, our OB/GYN hospitalists are there for mom and baby
Whether it’s a serious complication or an early debut, our hospitalists are there to make sure mom and baby have the highest levels of expert care. Watch the video and learn more.
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Oh Baby! Meet the first Swedish newborns of 2026.
Our compassionate and expert care teams help deliver more babies than any health system in Western Washington. Learn more.
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Tiny hats and big hearts
These sisters sent a homemade hat to a relative’s NICU baby. The family’s appreciation inspired a heart (and head) warming mission to support NICU babies across the country. Learn more.
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Is there a Doppler in the house?!
The Seattle Storm’s beloved mascot stopped by the pediatric and neonatal intensive care units at our First Hill campus to spread some cheer. Learn more.
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Meet some of the cutest beanie babies you ever did see!
Seattle Sounders FC players made surprise visits to some Providence Swedish campuses and brought special gifts for newborns and their families. Learn more.
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Meet some of the cutest beanie babies you ever did see!
Seattle Sounders FC players made surprise visits to some Providence Swedish campuses and brought special gifts for newborns and their families. Learn more.
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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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Once a tiny NICU preemie, this future health care worker has big dreams
Allison Lee was born at Swedish weighing a little more than two pounds. She spent weeks in the NICU. Today, she's a thriving college student aspiring to a career in health care. Learn more.
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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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This caregiver has an exceptional gift for helping her patients feel heard and seen
Antepartum Registered Nurse Courtney Webster is the recipient of this year's Nils Johanson Award for Justice. Watch the video.
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Struggling to make sense of recent childhood vaccination news? A Swedish doc is here with help.
A Providence Swedish pediatric infectious disease expert explains why the hepatitis B, MMR and DTaP vaccinations are safe vital for protecting your child's health. Learn more.
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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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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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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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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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New study: A baby on board brings significant brain changes for mom.
A recent study sheds new light on the link between brain changes during pregnancy and postpartum depression.
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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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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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