Obstetrics & Maternity

Through All Maternity

Whether you’re thinking about having a baby or are already pregnant, one of the many decisions you will be making is where to deliver. Across our health system, every birth is unique and every life is sacred.

At our birthing hospitals, we want the birth of your baby to be right for you. We want your birth experience to be comfortable and as worry-free as possible, starting with your private mother/baby room and dedicated postpartum nurse who will guide you through the first hours with your little one and beyond.

As you begin to prepare for your new baby, we are here to support you throughout your pregnancy, delivery and even with newborn care. We understand your childbirth experience is a physical, emotional and spiritual process. We invite you to visit with our experienced team of maternal/newborn educators, nurses and support staff. We’ll be happy to talk with you, take you on a tour of our beautiful labor, delivery and postpartum and recovery suites, and show you our newborn nursery and postpartum rooms.

Why Give Birth at Our Hospitals

There are so many more reasons why we are the right health partner for you. Explore our resources to learn about birthing options, maternity support services, prenatal and postnatal classes, and the quality of obstetric and newborn care that’s waiting for you and your growing family at Our Lady of Lourdes Women’s & Children’s Hospital in Lafayette, St. Francis Medical Center in Monroe, Our Lady of the Angels Hospital in Bogalusa, and St. Dominic's Hospital in Jackson, Mississippi.