Maternity Care in Delano
Self-guided Free Classes Available
We have partnered with Injoy Health Education to provide you with an engaging
online childbirth education program, “Understanding Birth eClass”,
which is available 24 hours a day on any device with an internet connection.
Our goal is to provide you with up-to-date information about labor and
delivery to care for yourself and your baby during your stay with us and
to be able to continue your recovery and achieve optimal wellness at home.
For more information or to sign up, call
(661) 721-5363
Monday - Friday between
8 a.m. and 5 p.m., or email our Program Manager and Educator, Laura Branford, at
branfols@ah.org.
Skilled obstetricians and hospital care for you and your baby
You’re having a baby! It’s an exciting and hopeful time of life. But it’s also a time when you have a lot of questions and concerns about your health, your baby’s health and how to safely care for your newborn. The Maternity Care team at Adventist Health Delano is with you every step of the way.
A Healthy Pregnancy
With women’s health clinics in Delano and Wasco, we’ve got you covered! Our highly trained and experienced obstetricians (pregnancy specialist doctors), nurses and other healthcare professionals are ready to help with:
- Pregnancy testing
- Prenatal checkups
- Prescriptions for medications
- Nutritional support
- Advice about work, exercise, and other activities during your pregnancy
Call for an appointment(661) 721-5363
Childbirth Classes
We're here to help you get prepared for delivery. Our understanding birth e-class will equip you with birthing techniques so you'll be ready when the big day comes. Our class includes engaging videos, animation, quizzes and follow-along exercises and games. You'll have access to our online material for eight weeks after registration.
Register OnlineA Safe Delivery
When the big day arrives, your physician and our team of specialized Labor & Delivery nurses and technicians at Adventist Health Delano are here for you. Our facilities include:
- Five private birthing rooms for delivery and recovery
- A dedicated surgery suite for caesarean deliveries
- Newborn nursery
A Great Start for Baby
There’s no feeling in the world like holding your newborn! But it can also feel like a huge responsibility. We’ll help to make sure you’re prepared to care for your baby with:
- Baby care instruction and materials
- Breastfeeding education and coaching
- Car seat education
- A final checkup for you and baby before you leave
- Baby wellness check-ups
Helping You Be COVID-Safe
Adventist Health Delano stays on top of the latest research, regulations and policies regarding COVID-19 and adjusts our patient and visitor protocols according to this information. Our number-one priority is the safety of you and your baby. If you ever have a question or concern regarding our COVID practices, please speak with your physician, nurse, or other care provider.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has prepared an excellent resource for COVID safety during pregnancy and with your newborn. Your care provider will also give you information, tips and guidance to help you stay COVID-safe.
