Newborn Care
Ensuring comprehensive care during pregnancy and for newborns is vital for the health of both mother and child. In New Jersey and Staten Island, several hospitals and healthcare providers offer specialized services to support expectant and new parents.
In New Jersey and Staten Island, several healthcare providers specialize in newborn care. Here are some options you might consider:
Staten Island, NY
Offers board-certified pediatricians providing newborn, infant, child, and adolescent care. They have multiple offices in Staten Island and Brooklyn, operating seven days a week with 24-hour access to providers.
Staten Island University Hospital Neonatal
Staten Island, NY
Provides around-the-clock, evidence-based neonatology services for both full-term and preterm newborns with medical issues.
Bedminster, NJ
Offers newborn care services including well-baby checks, immunizations, and feeding recommendations.
Staten Island, NY
A neonatologist specializing in newborn care.
Staten Island, NY
A neonatologist providing specialized care for newborns.
Staten Island, NY
A neonatologist offering comprehensive newborn care services.
Staten Island, NY
Specializes in neonatology, focusing on the health of newborns.
Staten Island, NY
A neonatologist providing expert care for newborns.
These providers offer a range of services to support the health and well-being of newborns. It’s advisable to contact them directly to discuss your specific needs and confirm their availability.
Hospitals and Healthcare Providers in New Jersey:
- Saint Peter’s University Hospital (New Brunswick, NJ): Recognized for delivering more babies than most facilities in central New Jersey, Saint Peter’s offers a range of maternity services, including prenatal care, labor and delivery, and postpartum support.Saint Peter’s Healthcare System
- Valley Health System (Ridgewood, NJ): The Center for Childbirth at Valley Health provides private birthing rooms and newly designed labor, delivery, recovery, and postpartum suites, ensuring a comfortable environment for mothers and newborns.Valley Health
- The Midwives of New Jersey: Serving areas such as Guttenberg, Madison, and Mount Olive, this group offers personalized prenatal care, including waterbirth options, from conception to birth.Midwives of New Jersey
- Guirguis Obstetrics & Gynecology Group: With locations in Brooklyn, Staten Island, and Hoboken, NJ, they provide exceptional prenatal care and are affiliated with Richmond University Medical Center for childbirth and surgical procedures.Guirguis ObGyn
Hospitals and Healthcare Providers in Staten Island:
- Richmond University Medical Center: Offers comprehensive maternity services, including care for high-risk expectant mothers and newborns. Their Center for Maternal/Fetal Medicine, under the direction of Dr. Michael Cabbad, specializes in managing pregnancies with complications such as diabetes, hypertension, or genetic issues.RUMCSI
- Staten Island University Hospital at Northwell Health: Known for outstanding maternity services, they have one of the lowest C-section rates in New York State and provide a range of support services, including breastfeeding information and Medicaid prenatal care services.SIUH
- Richmond Health Network’s OB/GYN Team: Provides exceptional care to women of all ages with convenient locations throughout Staten Island and Brooklyn. All team members are affiliated with Richmond University Medical Center for childbirth and surgical procedures.Richmond Health Network
Recent Developments:
- Family Connects NJ: A new home visitation program aims to improve birth outcomes in New Jersey, particularly for Black women, by offering free, voluntary, and comprehensive support to all new parents, regardless of income level, insurance, or immigration status.CJFHC
- Postpartum Care Legislation: Governor Phil Murphy signed bipartisan legislation requiring healthcare professionals to offer pregnant patients a postpartum planning session as early as the first trimester, ensuring comprehensive, personalized postpartum care plans.New Jersey Government
- Doula Workforce Expansion: The Burke Foundation is working to expand and diversify New Jersey’s perinatal workforce, particularly in counties with high preterm birth rates, by supporting community doulas to advance perinatal health and wellness.Burke Foundation
For personalized care, it’s advisable to consult with your primary healthcare provider or contact these hospitals directly to find specialists who can address your specific needs during pregnancy and newborn care.
