Explore the Family Birthing Center
Tour the Family Birthing Center at Touro
Whether you live Uptown, on the Westbank, in Metairie or any place in between, Touro is here to provide you with exceptional, highly personalized care in a comforting environment during one of the most exciting times for your family.
Touro offers comprehensive care for mom and baby in a beautiful and peaceful setting. The Family Birthing Center at Touro features 14 private delivery suites, 37 private post-partum recovery rooms, 24-hour OB/GYN hospitalist and anesthesia coverage, and daily breastfeeding assistance for nursing mothers from our Certified Lactation Consultants. For our tiniest and most fragile babies, we have a Level III NICU equipped with more than 20 private and semi-private rooms, access to perinatal services, and two transition-to-discharge rooms for parents ready to take their little one home. The Family Birthing Center is staff by specialty trained OB/GYNs, midwives, nurses, and patient care technicians working together to provide extraordinary care for mom and baby.
Virtual tour
Take a personal tour
Because this is a big decision, we want to make it possible for you to get an up close and personal look at the Family Birthing Center. Tours of the birthing center are free, just meet us in the waiting room of the Family Birthing Center located on the 2nd floor of the main hospital. Follow the signs that say M2 Maternity. We offer both group and individual tours and will validate your parking in one of our two attached parking garages while you visit. Individual tours may be scheduled during the week by calling 504-897-7319. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, we have cancelled all group and individual tours of the Family Birthing Center until further notice.
For more information or to schedule a tour, give us a call at 504-897-7319.
Visiting Hours: 24 hours except for 6:45 - 7:45 am & pm
A photo I.D. is required for all Family Birthing Center visitors.
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April 25 Infant/Child CPR Training
Touro Patients ONLY Family and Friends CPR teaches the basic technique of CPR and the relief of choking for a child and infant. It is perfect for new parents, grandparents, sitters, and anyone involved in the care of an infant. Each participant will ...
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May 18 Sibling Class
Touro Patients ONLY The Sibling Class teaches children what to expect when a new baby enters the family. The class is designed for children four years to 11 years of age. This class is free of charge. Virtual Only. Children will learn: What happens ...
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May 27 Understanding Your Newborn Class
Touro Patients ONLY This two-hour class is designed for first-time expecting parents to provide you with the information and skills you need to care for your newborn at home. Grandparents and other caregivers are also welcome to attend. The class is ...
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April 20 HypnoBirthing Childbirth Education Class Series
Open to surrounding hospitals and Touro patients 3-week Series on Saturdays: Series 1 January 6, 13, 20 Series 2 April 13, 20, 27 Series 3 July 6, 13, 20 Series 4 October 5, 12, 19 *Dates and ties are subject to change. HypnoBirthing is an age old ...
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April 23 Childbirth Education Series 3
Touro Patients ONLY The Childbirth Education Series is a four-class series recommended around 30 weeks or 6 1/2 months gestation and can answer any looming questions. The classes address the stages of labor, recognizing early labor signs, pain ...
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May 07 Childbirth Education Series 4
Touro Patients ONLY The Childbirth Education Series is a four-class series recommended around 30 weeks or 6 1/2 months gestation and can answer any looming questions. The classes address the stages of labor, recognizing early labor signs, pain ...
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June 04 Childbirth Education Series 5
Touro Patients ONLY The Childbirth Education Series is a four-class series recommended around 30 weeks or 6 1/2 months gestation and can answer any looming questions. The classes address the stages of labor, recognizing early labor signs, pain ...
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