Having a baby is a wonderful event. We understand how important it is to choose the right place to bring a precious little one into the world. Here at Metro Health, our goal is to keep our mothers and their babies healthy and comfortable. View our visitation policy.
Labor and Delivery
Eight large labor and delivery rooms are provided along with four antepartum rooms and one surgical suite for cesarean deliveries.
Postpartum:
Mothers, babies and their coaches have the opportunity to bond and recover in one of 19 postpartum recovery rooms furnished with a convertible couch, flat-screen TV and Internet access. Although we encourage bonding with the new baby, we also encourage rest and relaxation for mom's recovery by providing a nursery.
Childbirth Education Classes:
- Preparing for Childbirth
- Breastfeeding
- Breastfeeding Support Group
- Sibling Preparation
New e-Learning Option in 2009!
Are you expecting a baby and finding it difficult to fit all the classes at the hospital for a regular series into both of your schedules? Do you prefer being able to review the book and videos at your own pace in the comfort of your own home? Would you like a refresher class and tour even if this is not your first child? Metro Health now has a great new option for childbirth education. Download the 2009 class schedule for details about e-learning!
2010 Childbirth Education Classes
Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment
If necessary after delivery, a physician will use Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) on a newborn who is experiencing anxiety, pain, breathing or feeding difficulties, or other problems. OMT is a process where physicians use their hands to examine and treat a patient. Touch is a very important part of a newborn's growth and development. We are proud to say we are the only hospital in Grand Rapids to offer OMT. Get Brochure