The birth of your child is a very special experience for your entire family. And where this treasured event takes place will play an important part in the kind of special memories you and your family will have in the years to come, which is why you should consider family-centered childbirth at Genesys Regional Medical Center’s Family Birthing Center.

Family Centered
At Genesys, parents are encouraged to hold and keep their new baby with them during the hospital stay. We have a visitation policy which, depending on your specific situation and health status, usually allows other members of your family to join in welcoming the new family member. We also have a flexible rooming-in policy, where parents can participate in their baby’s care and get a head start on learning to know and recognize their baby’s needs. Nursing care after your delivery remains focused on your family as a unit, and on your desires and needs as new parents.

Birthing Rooms
You’ll begin your childbirth experience by entering Genesys Regional Medical Center at Health Park through your own Women and Children’s Center entrance located just to the right of the main doors. Because we feel your childbirth environment should be warm and home-like, the birthing rooms include comfortable furniture, and television and telephone service is available. Each room has a large window which overlooks our nature trails or courtyards, adding to the serene atmosphere. They feature birthing beds which convert to accommodate a variety of birth positions. And, of course, all of these rooms are supported by the most modern medical equipment. Safe, personalized and individualized maternity care is our ultimate goal.

Special Delivery Program
The Genesys Special Delivery Program was developed for parents who do not have adequate or full insurance coverage for their prenatal, delivery, newborn and post-delivery care. Participants in the Special Delivery Program receive regular prenatal care, attend childbirth classes, and attend sessions on self and baby care. Mothers and their babies in the program go home 24 hours after delivery. The program is priced as a package for routine pregnancies, and there are financial and geographic requirements. For more information regarding this program, or to request a program packet, call (810) 232-3522.

Preparation for Childbirth
This special six-week series of classes for first-time parents will prepare the expectant mother and her labor partner for the big day. The subjects include relaxation, breathing patterns, comfort measures, preparation for labor, delivery, cesarean birth, infant CPR and mother and baby care.
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Childbirth Refresher / Second Child Course
This refresher course is designed for parents who already have attended the Preparation for Childbirth Series during a previous pregnancy.
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Cesarean Birth Class
Designed to prepare you for the cesarean birth experience, this class is extremely helpful if you wish to have your labor partner with you during delivery.
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VBAC (Vaginal Birth After Cesarean) Class
If you have previously delivered by cesarean and are planning a vaginal birth this time, this class is for you. You will learn various relaxation techniques, comfort measures and breathing patterns to help prepare you for your birth experience.
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Sibling Class
A class for brothers and sisters-to-be which shows children what it will be like to be a hospital visitor, how to hold and play with the baby, and how to adjust to a new family member. Parents attend this class with their children.
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Breastfeeding Class
Expectant mothers will learn how to prepare for breastfeeding, early breastfeeding in the hospital, nutrition, nursing at home and problem-solving. New moms will also be given instructions on how to pump and store breast milk.
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Baby Care Class
Parents learn about the daily care of their baby, including bathing, diapering and cord care. Discussion also covers how to handle crying, comforting and stimulating your newborn.
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Newborn Infoline
Whether you’re a first time parent or an old pro, Genesys’ Newborn InfoLine is the place to turn with questions about your newborn up to one month of age. To talk with a nurse who can answer many of your questions, call (810) 606-5840.

For information regarding any of the available educational classes and services, please call (810) 606-5897, or from Flint at (810) 762-4791.

For more information on childbirth, please visit our online Healthy Pregnancy & Childbirth Center.

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