Pregnancy & Childbirth

A growing family represents one of the most exciting stages of life. It is also a time that is critical for both mother and developing baby. Learn more about our Family Birthplace, education classes, maternal-fetal specialists and baby-friendly experts.

Don’t dismiss postpartum pelvic pains

Customized approaches to therapy can help new moms target common problems in pelvic muscles, ligaments and tissues.

Play it safe around pets

Keep these safety tips top of mind when handling household animals.

Periods after pregnancy

When new moms find it difficult to predict menstrual cycles, it may help to explore birth control options.

New year, new bundles of joy

Babies in West Michigan and East Michigan bring bright possibilities for the year ahead.

Patient Story

‘There was so much help available’

After her daughter's birth, Kendra Moffett partnered with the Maternal Infant Health Program to help her shape a new life for her family.

Patient Story

‘Such a joy’

A colorful string of bravery beads shows a baby girl’s remarkable journey.

Patient Story

‘Life is valuable’

A teen with cancer opts for a new treatment—ovarian tissue cryopreservation—in hopes it will help her have a child someday.

What does baby see?

In the first months of life, brain and eye development combine to help an infant bring the world into focus.

‘I just love what I do’

Three nurses forge a special bond after working more than four decades together in the NICU.

Patient Story

Amazing Amelia

Born with a rare syndrome, a 5-year-old Michigan girl is thriving as she undergoes a series of reconstructive surgeries.

Patient Story

‘Something special’

Five-year-old Louis Ribbens and his parents have undergone quite a journey of the heart.

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‘Like a warrior’

Tiny Riley Bosma has already met a host of challenges—a rare procedure before birth and two open-heart surgeries as an infant.