Pregnancy and Birth

Our Mission

We are dedicated to the delivery of comprehensive, high-quality care that supports and respects the values and expectations of each individual and family in our diverse community. We provide this care in a safe, responsive, and cost-effective manner. Our skilled healthcare team is committed to helping you transition into parenting in an environment focused on your family's well-being.

Our Collaborative Care Team

We are an interdisciplinary team of nurses, nurse midwives, and resident and attending physicians who are supported by other clinical and clerical staff. We aim to provide you with the highest quality, safe, considerate, and caring birth experience in our clinical learning environment. Students at all levels are an important part of our units and may be involved in your care. It has been shown that academic medical centers provide safer and higher-quality care. Experienced providers are leaders in caring for you and your baby. To promote quality and safety, our collaborative care team relies on all the obstetric providers within the department, and you may receive services from a provider that you have not seen during your prenatal appointments. Please have a conversation with your provider for any further clarification or to address any concerns. We wish you a healthy and happy pregnancy!

Comprehensive Care for Every Stage of Pregnancy and Birth

• Obstetrics and midwifery services. Our OB/GYNs and midwives offer expert care, education, and support for a healthy pregnancy and birth — from prenatal checkups to expert care during delivery.
• High-risk pregnancy care. If you or your baby have a higher risk of developing health problems, our maternal-fetal specialists keep a close eye on you during your pregnancy. We offer sophisticated testing and personal attention to keep you and your developing baby healthy.
• Emergency care and obstetrics triage. We’re committed to the nationwide effort to improve pregnancy outcomes. If you experience vaginal bleeding, rupture of membranes, abdominal pain or pre-term labor, seek immediate medical attention.
  • For Reading Hospital Obstetrics Triage, please call 484-628-4075.
  • For Phoenixville Hospital Obstetrics Triage, please call 610-983-1250.
• Childbirth classes and education. We offer a variety of classes to help you prepare for giving birth, breastfeeding, and taking care of your newborn. You get expert guidance and support to help you feel well-prepared and confident as you enter parenthood. Financial assistance for classes is available.
• Labor and delivery services. You can be confident you have an expert team by your side to handle every need on your special day. Our birth centers combine the latest technology with comfortable, private surroundings and family-friendly conveniences that support mother-baby bonding.
• Birth Center, labor and delivery services. You can be confident you have an expert team by your side to handle every need on your special day. Our birth centers combine the latest technology with comfortable, private surroundings and family-friendly conveniences that support mother-baby bonding.
• Breastfeeding support. Breastfeeding is good for you and your baby, and we’re here to help you get started. We offer breastfeeding classes and personal coaching from international board-certified lactation consultants (IBCLCs) once your baby is born.
• Neonatal intensive care (NICU). If your baby needs extra attention, our NICU team offers 24/7 care using the latest approaches. We have the experience to care for newborns with even the most complex needs.
• Support groups. Get support and encouragement from other new moms on the same journey as you. Support groups let you share tips, celebrate milestones, and learn from others about the joys and challenges of parenthood.
• Postpartum depression care. It’s not unusual to feel overwhelmed or more emotional after having a baby, but some women need extra help. Our behavioral health team is here to help you feel better.
• Infant loss support. The loss of a pregnancy is devastating. Our compassionate team helps you mourn your pregnancy loss and help you move toward healing.