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Obstetrics And High-Risk Perinatal Care
Gestational Diabetes
Approximately 4 percent of pregnant women will develop gestational diabetes. If not treated, a higher birth-weight infant may result, which could cause delivery concerns for both
mother and infant. Working with WomenCare, your physician will develop a personal diabetes management plan for you. Perinatal Center
Mothers and babies who are or may be at high-risk gain an important advantage in being able to access the Perinatal Center of Abbott Northwestern Hospital, the pre-eminent center for high-risk care in the Upper Midwest. The specialized Perinatal Center staff, in partnership with Children’s Hospitals and Clinics – Minneapolis, provides the highest quality care for mothers and their newborns who require intensive observation due to high risk needs. These professionals have achieved a statistically significant increase in the survival rate for low-birth-weight babies. Education and Support
Educational programs and professional staff are available to support women and their families in making informed decisions regarding planning for birth and for life changes after delivery. To assist women and their families in preparing for the births of babies and adjusting to new roles as parents, WomenCare offers a series of childbirth and parent education classes through Allina Class Registration at 1-866-904-9962. Participation in these classes provides support for parents and parents-to-be as they focus on increasing their confidence, developing realistic expectations and preparing for the newest members of their families. OB Homecare
Founded in 1982, OB Homecare provides skilled nursing care in the home for women experiencing pregnancy complications and for families following the birth of their babies.
OB Homecare staff have had extensive hospital experience and are highly knowledgeable, skilled obstetrical nurses. The OB Homecare program offers a variety of services for women on bed rest during their pregnancies. OB Homecare nurses provide assessments of women and their unborn infants, and coordinate care with the health care team in a way that best meets the needs of women and their families. These homecare services may also be available for families experiencing uncomplicated low-risk births. Nurses may visit families’ homes to provide nursing assessments of mothers and infants, education on newborn care, and support for families as they settle in at home.
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WomenCare offers comprehensive care throughout a woman’s pregnancy and during her transition to parenting. Women choosing to deliver at Abbott Northwestern will be cared
for in an environment that provides for safety in both low- and high-risk birth experiences, invites total family participation, and offers many options including a private room for every woman and her family. A variety of resources are available to assist in ongoing evaluation and individualized care delivery.