Midwives
Resources for Patients
Many programs across BMC offer resources for pregnant people, new parents, and parents of young children.
In particular, BMC’s Bump & Beyond minisite is designed to be a comprehensive, one-stop source of support for you at every stage of pregnancy, labor and delivery, and the first weeks of postpartum recovery and parenting—keeping you informed, empowered, and connected with the resources you need.
At Labor, Delivery, and Postpartum Care: Resources for Patients, you can find information about scheduling an in-person tour of the BMC birthing center, details about our postpartum recovery rooms, and virtual (video) tours of the Labor & Delivery and Postpartum Units.
Additional Resources from BMC
Birth Sisters
Birth Sisters is an innovative, diverse pregnancy and birth support service that offers people “sister-like” support from trained doulas during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpart…
The Breastfeeding and Lactation Medicine Center
The Breastfeeding and Lactation Medicine Center’s mission is to make BMC Health System a breastfeeding-supportive and knowledgeable institution that supports all BMC patients in m…
CenteringPregnancy
BMC offers CenteringPregnancy, a group-based model of prenatal care with an interactive environment for individuals at similar stages of pregnancy and their support persons.
Cervical Ripening the Morning of a Scheduled Induction
Learn all about cervical ripening, as well as other tests and checks you can expect to have the morning of your scheduled labor induction.
Child Passenger Safety
BMC requires all newborns leaving the hospital to have an appropriate car seat prior to discharge home. We provide child safety seat installation and inspection free of charge.
Childbirth Education
BMC's childbirth education classes help you know what to expect during the labor and birth process. They are a safe place to ask questions and talk about birth-related concerns.
How BMC Supports Breastfeeding
At BMC, we are committed to providing support and care to help you breastfeed, and address any problems that may arise related to breastfeeding and formula feeding.
THRIVE
THRIVE is Boston Medical Center’s custom screening and referral program that asks all patients about social needs that could be affecting their overall health and wellbeing.
Your First Prenatal Appointment—What to Expect
When you're pregnant, it's essential to prioritize your own health and your baby's wellbeing. Your first prenatal appointment sets the foundation for your care.