Breastfeeding Support
IU Health provides breastfeeding support for new mothers, including education and information about breast pumps.
Maternity
More moms trust Indiana University Health to deliver their babies than anyone else in the state.
Throughout your pregnancy journey, you can count on our team at IU Health to provide around-the-clock care. From before conception through delivery, we’re here for you.
Our IU Health hospitals offer comprehensive services for you and your baby. We’ll answer your questions and address any pregnancy or birth concerns.
Our Approach to Maternity Care at IU Health
You may have a routine pregnancy and routine delivery. You may have a high-risk pregnancy and delivery. Whatever pregnancy journey you are on, our team at IU Health will be by your side for every step.
Your care team may include the following:
- An OB/GYN
- Certified nurse midwives
- Childbirth and lactation educators
- Maternal-fetal medicine specialists
- Nurse practitioners
- Ultrasound technicians
We'll work together to help you have the safest and healthiest pregnancy and delivery possible.
Preparing for Birth at IU Health
Our services include:
- Pre-pregnancy exam: If you are planning to become pregnant, you want to be as healthy as possible before conception. During this exam, we'll look at your overall health. We'll also note possible risk factors that may complicate your pregnancy.
- Prenatal visits: We offer checkups to watch your baby's growth and development. We'll help you learn about proper eating habits, exercise, weight gain and other factors. We also test for and treat any complications that may arise.
- Pregnancy ultrasound: You may have an ultrasound to check on your baby’s development. This test uses sound waves to create an image of your baby in the uterus. An ultrasound does not use radiation and is completely safe.
Other tests like a biophysical profile (BPP), fetal heart monitoring, nonstress and birth defects test are available to ensure your baby is healthy throughout your pregnancy.
Childbirth Education Classes
We offer many classes to support you and your family. They cover topics such as:
- Preconception
- Early pregnancy
- Labor and birth preparation
- Parent classes
Sign up for a childbirth education class at IU Health Arnett Hospital, IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital, Riley Maternity Tower or another location near you.
We also offer many support groups related to topics like breastfeeding, grief and more. Visit our Classes & Events page to find support groups near you.
At IU Health hospitals, our comprehensive services, birthing suites, and facilities, are designed with you and your family in mind.
Private Delivery Suites
Our delivery and post-delivery birthing suites have modern, comfortable home-like surroundings. They include a pull-out or sleeper bed for your partner. In the delivery rooms, birthing balls, massage therapy, and aromatherapy options are available.
Wireless Fetal Monitoring
The wireless monitoring system allows you to move around the room and the unit as you labor.
Lactation Consultation
We offer breastfeeding classes before the birth of your baby. A lactation consultant (someone who gives you breastfeeding help and advice) will visit your hospital room after you have given birth.
Maternity Department Security
After birth, your infant will wear an ID tag. Your baby will wear this until you leave. Someone on your care team will remove the tag before you leave. An alarm will sound if your baby is wearing the ID tag and reaches the exterior doors of the hospital floor.
Support Before, During and After Giving Birth
New parent support topics include breastfeeding, postpartum depression and raising a toddler. Additionally, we offer groups for new moms and dads looking to share advice with one another.
Breastfeeding Support
Our breastfeeding experts will help you with advice and support. They can also help you choose supplies and accessories so you can make breastfeeding work for you and your baby. Learn more about the breastfeeding support services we offer.
Riley Children's Health Partnership
IU Health partners with Riley Children’s Health to handle even the most complex procedures. The Riley Maternity Tower is an advanced birthing center with a range of birthing options. Learn more about water birth, midwifery, and other services on the Riley Children’s Health website.
Your Birth Experience at IU Health
At IU Health hospitals, our comprehensive services, birthing suites, and facilities, are designed with you and your family in mind.
Private Delivery Suites
Our delivery and post-delivery birthing suites have modern, comfortable home-like surroundings. They include a pull-out or sleeper bed for your partner. In the delivery rooms, birthing balls, massage therapy, and aromatherapy options are available.
Wireless Fetal Monitoring
The wireless monitoring system allows you to move around the room and the unit as you labor.
Lactation Consultation
We offer breastfeeding classes before the birth of your baby. A lactation consultant (someone who gives you breastfeeding help and advice) will visit your hospital room after you have given birth.
Maternity Department Security
After birth, your infant will wear an ID tag. Your baby will wear this until you leave. Someone on your care team will remove the tag before you leave. An alarm will sound if your baby is wearing the ID tag and reaches the exterior doors of the hospital floor.
Support Before, During and After Giving Birth
New parent support topics include breastfeeding, postpartum depression and raising a toddler. Additionally, we offer groups for new moms and dads looking to share advice with one another.
Breastfeeding Support
Our breastfeeding experts will help you with advice and support. They can also help you choose supplies and accessories so you can make breastfeeding work for you and your baby. Learn more about the breastfeeding support services we offer.
Riley Children's Health Partnership
IU Health partners with Riley Children’s Health to handle even the most complex procedures. The Riley Maternity Tower is an advanced birthing center with a range of birthing options. Learn more about water birth, midwifery, and other services on the Riley Children’s Health website.
Nov 04
Autum Martin's pregnancy was almost full term when Hurricane Helene hit and turned her birthing plan upside down. IU Health Bloomington teams were here to help.
Patient Stories for Maternity
Nov 04
Autum Martin's pregnancy was almost full term when Hurricane Helene hit and turned her birthing plan upside down. IU Health Bloomington teams were here to help.
