Since 1922, Touro has been the hospital where babies come from
The Family Birthing Center at Touro offers a full-scale, individualized,
and positive approach to birth preparation, labor, delivery, and postpartum.
Labor, delivery, and postpartum care
After 100 years of being the hospital where babies come from in New Orleans,
we know what's important to expectant moms. From the big things, like
friendly, caring providers that go above and beyond, to the little extra
touches you'll never forget, the Family Birthing Center at Touro always delivers.
We are happy you have chosen the Family Birthing Center at Touro –
“the place where babies come from” – to help bring your
new bundle of joy into the world. The Family Birthing Center at Touro
offers a full-scale, individualized, and positive approach to birth preparation,
labor, delivery and postpartum care.
Our OB Nurse Navigators are ready to support you throughout your journey
to motherhood. They offer expectant parents a personal guide through pregnancy
and delivery while offering a safe environment throughout all phases of
your pregnancy. Here’s what you can expect:
First contact at 13 weeks' gestation
Calls at 23 weeks and 33 weeks gestation
Assist with scheduling your prenatal classes
Tours of Touro's perinatal floor
Check-ins during your hospital stay
Postpartum discharge follow up calls
Contact 24-48 hours prior to inductions or C-sections for pre-op
Whether you live Uptown, on the Westbank, in New Orleans East, in Metairie,
or any place in between, Touro is here to provide the exceptional, personalized
care you’re looking for, along with the latest technology, in a
comfortable environment. Before baby comes, take a tour of our beautiful
facility and learn more about our Maternal Fetal Medicine Clinic and childbirth
education classes.
Learn more about prenatal care.
Classes
At Touro, we know that parents new and experienced can always learn more
about preparing and caring for a new child. Take a baby food making class,
an infant CPR class, or learn about hypnobirthing to help prepare for
the birth of your baby. Register for one of our many prenatal and early
parenting classes.
At Touro, we support all birth options whether you would like a certified
nurse midwife, a supporting doula, or hydrotherapy in labor. It's important
that each patient finds the birth team that is right for you. Your provider
along with the caring nurses and staff at the Family Birthing Center will
work together to ensure a safe and healthy delivery.
Learn more about our midwives..
Breastfeeding support
Breastfeeding is one of the most natural things a new mother experiences
with her baby. As a Baby Friendly designated birthing center, we provide
support to each new mom as you begin your journey to breastfeeding. Touro's
lactation center offers you full-service breastfeeding support, from classes
and one-on-one appointments to nursing bra fittings - all in one place.
Learn more about our breastfeeding support.
Amenities for mom
At Touro, we know the importance of individualized care. Our Family Birthing
Center providers and staff work with our moms-to-be to create a unique
birth experience to safely welcome baby to the world. We also offer ways
to make mom’s visit to the Family Birthing Center at Touro a luxurious
one by offering amenities packages.
Learn more about our amenities for mom.
Family Connects New Orleans
Together, we're building a healthier future for you and your baby.
If you're expecting, live in
Orleans Parish, and delivering at Touro, you qualify for:
A free in-home visit from a highly-trained registered nurse after your
baby is born.
Answers to your questions about feeding, safe sleep, and newborn care.
Support for your postpartum recovery and emotional well-being.
Connections to parent groups, childcare resources, and local support services.
At Touro, we know the importance of individualized care. Our Family Birthing
Center providers and staff work with our moms-to-be to create a unique
birth experience to safely welcome baby to the world. We also offer ways
to make mom’s visit to the Family Birthing Center at Touro a luxurious
one by offering amenities packages.
Learn more about our amenities for mom.
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