The joys of pregnancy and new parenthood
A Providence Swedish midwife who is also a new parent shares some thoughts on this precious and fleeting time in life. Read 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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For many parents-to-be, the noise around vaccine safety is loud and confusing
This Swedish midwife approaches patients with questions, curiosity and reassurance so they can turn down the volume and make the right decisions for themselves. Learn more.
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Meet the little gorilla who made a big entrance with help from some Swedish caregivers
When one of the Woodland Park Zoo's lowland gorilla moms faced delivery complications, a team that included a Providence Swedish caregivers performed a c-section to help deliver a healthy baby boy.
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You don’t have to go through it alone: Support for postpartum mental health
Providence Swedish offers the region’s only in-person perinatal mental health day program where babies are encouraged to attend alongside their parent. Learn more.
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Why the Vitamin K shot is a vital part of your newborn's safety net
Providence Swedish experts explain why this routine shot is critical for protecting your baby from a rare but serious bleeding condition during their first months of life. Learn more.
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COMPASSION for pregnant people with substance use disorders
The COMPASSION model was designed to improve care for perinatal patients experiencing substance use and withdrawal, and has improved meaningful outcomes for mothers and newborns. Learn more.
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Regular GYN care is essential for lifelong wellness
At every stage of life, there are important topics to cover with your GYN. A Providence Swedish gynecologist has some guidance for getting the most out of your visits. Learn more.
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"I call it the Disneyland experience, because it's such a roller coaster of emotions."
At Swedish Issaquah, NICU RN Liberty Rivera cares for babies and their families during some of life's most uncertain moments. Learn more.
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Is a C-section the right choice for you?
A Swedish maternal and fetal medicine expert offers some guidance for when this common and safe procedure might fit into your birth plan. Learn more.
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COMPASSION for pregnant people with substance use disorders
The COMPASSION model was designed to improve care for perinatal patients experiencing substance use and withdrawal, and has improved meaningful outcomes for mothers and newborns. Learn more.
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At Swedish, personalized, compassionate care for every pregnancy journey
Providence Swedish doulas provide tailored, culturally-attuned care for mothers before, during and after childbirth. Learn more.
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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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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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