Pregnancy and Childbirth

When you choose UMass Memorial Health, you are in caring and capable hands. More pregnant people turn to us because we offer family-focused services and expertise that are not widely available.

Exceptional Pregnancy and Childbirth Services in Central Massachusetts and Beyond

UMass Memorial has been a trusted name in pregnancy and childbirth for decades. We use a comprehensive approach to connect you and your baby with the best available services before, during and after birth. Our commitment to exceptional care has helped us earn national recognition. It is an honor for our team to take part in your growing family’s care.

Our network of providers throughout the community give you access to prenatal services. Advanced options, such as high-risk pregnancy care and specialized programs, are available at UMass Memorial Medical Center in Worcester.

Pregnancy and Childbirth Services

We are here for you with comprehensive services to meet your and your little one’s needs.

Nationally Recognized Pregnancy Care

UMass Memorial  maintains top honors for pregnancy care excellence.

Our commitment to delivering high-quality services has consistently been recognized by: 

  • Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: Birthing-Friendly designation
  • Newsweek: America’s Best Maternity Hospitals
  • U.S. News & World Report: High-Performing Hospital for Maternity Care

Additional Pregnancy and Childbirth Services

At UMass Memorial, you’re never alone in your pregnancy and childbirth journey. We take extra steps to help you feel cared for every step of the way.

Specialized Pregnancy Services

We give pregnant people facing additional challenges a helping hand. We are one of the few programs in the region with experts who address the unique ways that addiction, diabetes and heart disease impact pregnancy. We also offer a doula program to help lower the risk of pregnancy complications. Find out more about specialized pregnancy care.

TeamBirth and Family Education

It’s natural to be nervous about childbirth. We give you the information you need about what to expect, so you feel confident about what lies ahead. During labor and delivery, we are in regular communication with you to ensure you receive services aligning with your preferences. TeamBirth puts the patient at the center of the care team. Get more information about TeamBirth and Childbirth Family Education.

Family-Centered Childbirth

When you are in labor, you can expect services centered around you, your baby and partner or other support persons. Compassionate nurses, easily accessible obstetricians and other specialists work together so you can focus on welcoming your little one. Get more information about family-centered childbirth.

Comprehensive Care for Pregnant People: Why Choose Us?

Expert Team

Our expert team of pregnancy and childbirth providers stands ready to coordinate the services you need. Our many general obstetrician-gynecologists (OB/GYNs) use research-based practices and are attentive to your needs. For complicated (high-risk) pregnancies, maternal-fetal medicine doctors provide specialized care to address the needs of you and your baby. 

Innovation

UMass Memorial is improving pregnancy and childbirth care through research, innovation and leadership. We’re finding new ways to help pregnant people achieve positive birth experiences and outcomes. Our team has a long history of training the next generation of maternity care experts. 

Innovative Cesarean Birth Recovery Care

Cesarean birth patients have the opportunity to leave our facilities when they are ready and receive hospital-level postpartum care at home. UMass Memorial is the first program in the nation with this offering. Receive attentive care from our team while you recover where you are most comfortable — near family and loved ones. Explore Hospital at Home for Postpartum Care.

Our Labor and Delivery Location

Deliveries and births are only provided at the UMass Memorial Medical Center - Memorial Campus location. 

Interested in Joining Our Maternity PFAC?

The Maternity Patient and Family Advisory Council (PFAC) brings together patients and caregivers to improve patient and family-centered care through valuable feedback and collaboration. PFAC members contribute to initiatives like enhancing nurse communication, simplifying wayfinding, and reviewing materials and plans to ensure they meet the needs of patients and families.

Contact Us

Call 855-UMASS-MD (855-862-7763) or request an appointment with a pregnancy and childbirth provider. You may also be able to book an appointment online with select providers. 

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