Your Birth Experience, Your Way
The birth of your child is a moment you’ll never forget. And that’s why, when you meet your little one for the first time, we want it to be perfect. Our care team at the BirthPlace at AdventHealth Parker, is here to help make your delivery day, and the days leading up to it, all that you dreamed.
You shape your birth experience by telling us what’s important to you. Whether it’s deluxe pampering, an unmedicated birth or a high level of expertise for a complicated pregnancy, we deliver. Discover how we’ll support you well before and long after your birth experience.
We’re here to help you find the right obstetrician or location that’s convenient for you.
Services and Amenities to Meet All Your Needs
At our hospital, we cater to the unique needs of all who give birth. And when you need extra courage, support, reassurance or understanding, we’ve got you. Explore how we’ll support your birth wishes and comfort.
- Birth Classes for Every New Mom
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We look forward to helping you welcome your new little one into the world. Whether it’s your first pregnancy or your fifth, our classes will help you prepare for childbirth with tips and tools. We have a lot of educational offerings, with topics ranging from childbirth preparation to breastfeeding to sibling needs.
- Birthing Suites Designed for Your Comfort
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Our birthing suites have everything you need when it comes time to deliver. Here, you can expect modern and spacious private rooms where you can stay for labor, delivery and recovery, a sleeper sofa and room service, so your loved one can stay close.
We also have obstetric surgical suites in case your birth requires a C-section. Our hospital obstetricians are available when needed, too.
- Options for Managing Pain 24/7
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When it comes to managing pain during labor and delivery, we’re here to support you, whether you prefer an unmedicated childbirth or not. Along with epidurals and IV sedation, we offer a wide range of pain management techniques, from the spa whirlpool to birthing balls, music and more.
You also can ask your provider about nitrous oxide. Only a few hospitals in the country offer it for pain relief. It’s inhaled through a mask, is painless and has minimal side effects.
- Certified Nurse-Midwives to Help With Delivery
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For your delivery, you have options: you can deliver with your obstetrician or with a midwife. At our hospital, we offer midwifery care with certified nurse-midwives (CNMs) who are extensively trained in nursing and midwifery through an accredited program and have passed an intensive certification exam.
CNMs specialize in primary care for women and offer a personalized approach to pregnancy, labor, delivery and postpartum concerns. They can even help with lactation and breastfeeding.
A CNM can help if you’re looking for:
- A full-time labor and delivery coach
- A less traditional birthing method
- Someone to counsel you on ways to achieve your personal goals
- Specific medical advice
When you schedule your prenatal appointment, let us know that you prefer to deliver with a midwife. During all prenatal care and delivery, an OB/GYN will be available in case of any complications.
- Breastfeeding Support for as Long as You Need It
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As a breastfeeding mother, you can access breastfeeding classes and lactation consultants who can support you before your delivery, while at the hospital and after you go home.
Benefits of Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding offers wonderful benefits for both you and your baby. The American Academy of Pediatrics and the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Associates and Practitioners recommend breastfeeding for one year. But breastfeeding for any amount of time can offer these benefits:
- Breast milk is natural, economical and convenient, and the best source of nutrition for the first six months of life
- Breast milk is full of all the nutrients, minerals and vitamins your infant needs, and also contains antibodies that lower the risk of infection and illness
- Breastfeeding gives you a way to nurture your baby through close physical contact, and can promote faster recovery for you
No matter what you decide, we’re here to support your feeding choices.
Donating Breast Milk
Some infants have special health needs or require breastmilk from human donors to thrive. If you produce more milk than your baby needs, you can donate it to the Mother’s Milk Bank. We’ll help you with the entire process.
- Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICUs) for Specialized Care
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Although we expect each birth experience to be smooth and free of concern, we’re more than prepared for when it isn’t. Every neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) in our AdventHealth network is equipped for emergency situations and ready to provide personal, loving attention if your little one needs special care.
Our NICU network includes:
- AdventHealth Avista: Level III NICU
- AdventHealth Castle Rock: Level II NICU
- AdventHealth Littleton: Level III NICU
- AdventHealth Parker: Level III NICU
Within our NICUs, you can expect:
- A large NICU nursery with advanced capabilities to care for premature and sick babies
- A team of neonatologists (doctors who specialize in caring for sick or premature newborns)
- Consultations with perinatologists (doctors who specialize in high-risk pregnancies)
- Feeding assistance, as well as the specialized care that your baby needs to thrive
- Neonatal nurse practitioners, obstetricians and anesthesiologists who are available 24/7
A Network of Birth Centers to Welcome Your Little One
When it comes to bringing your baby into the world, we know that choosing the best place — and team — is a big decision. In our AdventHealth hospital network in Colorado, our birth centers are conveniently close to home for you and your family. We also have birth concierges who can answer questions, give in-person tours and talk you through your birthing preferences.
Our birth center locations include:
- The BirthPlace at AdventHealth Castle Rock, formerly The BirthPlace at Castle Rock Adventist Hospital
- The BirthPlace at AdventHealth Littleton, formerly The BirthPlace at Littleton Adventist Hospital
- The BirthPlace at AdventHealth Parker, formerly The BirthPlace at Parker Adventist Hospital
- The New Life Center at AdventHealth Avista, formerly the New Life Center at Avista Adventist Hospital
Experienced Obstetric Specialists You Can Count On
We’re here for you throughout your pregnancy, as you deliver the newest member of your family, and beyond. Search our network of compassionate and skilled obstetricians near you.
Pre-Register for Your Delivery
Get a head start and pre-register now for your stay with us. When you pre-register, you can go straight to your birthing room when you arrive and complete the registration process from the comfort of your bed.
A World of Support for the New Love of Your Life
Our team approach to care ensures you and your baby are fully supported before, during and well after your labor and delivery. You’ll be there for every step of your baby’s care. And so will we.