Delivering monumental moments
When you’re having a baby, you want everything to be just perfect, and nobody understands that better than we do.
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - College Station has the only state-designed Level III neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) in the Brazos Valley so that your family can receive care close to home.
The Women and Children Services at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – College Station provide advanced obstetrical services combined with a warm, caring, and relaxing atmosphere.
Couplet Care
After delivery, mothers and babies are cared for together in our Couplet Care environment. Babies remain with their mothers in this family-centered unit, receiving their nursing care together, promoting education and building confidence for new mothers.
Texas Ten Step designation
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – College Station has received Texas Ten Step Program facility designation for improving the health of newborns and infants. This program encourages breastfeeding as the preferred method of feeding for newborns and infants.
Pregnancy comes with a lot of questions. Know what to expect when you're expecting.
Our labor and delivery services
Our birthing suites
You will labor, deliver and recover in the labor and delivery suite here in College Station.
Our spacious labor and delivery birthing suites allow for care to be brought to you and your baby.
These suites allow your new family to remain together during the birthing process, creating a comfortable environment for this once-in-a-lifetime experience.
- Beautiful private rooms with plenty of natural light
- Soothing colors and ambient lighting to create a calming, relaxing environment
- Sleep area for your support person
- Online meal ordering
- On-demand educational videos
- Lactation support
- Cuddle or snooze time (daily, 2:00 - 4:00 PM) for mom and baby to have an opportunity to rest and enjoy one another, uninterrupted by hospital personnel and well-intentioned visitors
Recognized for putting you first
Your big moment is one of a kind. Your care should be, too.
That’s why we’re honored to deliver better with the highest-possible rating for Best Hospitals for Maternity from U.S. News & World Report, one of only 14 hospitals in Texas to receive this accolade.
To be recognized among the Best Hospitals for Maternity, hospitals have to excel on multiple quality metrics that matter to expectant families, including complication rates, Cesarean sections, whether births were scheduled too early in pregnancy and how successfully each hospital supported breastfeeding. Fewer than half of the hospitals evaluated by U.S. News for maternity care earned a ‘High Performing’ rating, which is the highest rating U.S. News awards for this care.
Thank you for letting us be a part of your moment.
Only state-designated Level III neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) in the Brazos Valley
Baylor Scott & White – College Station is a Level III neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). This designation means our NICU can provide advanced life-support services and technologies for premature and seriously ill newborn babies.
In addition to the advanced equipment to treat newborns in our College Station NICU, we have specialized educational materials and dedicated staff to help you understand your new baby's unique health needs.
NicView camera
Family-centered care is our priority. Our NICU provides the NicView camera system that allows parents, family and friends to view their newborn baby in real time through a secure online portal.
Parent education classes and resources
As an expectant parent, you already know there’s much to be done before the arrival of your baby. We’re pleased and honored to offer a variety of services to help make these coming months as stress-free and productive as possible.
From your first prenatal appointment to delivery, it’s our goal to keep you and your baby safe every moment of the way. Download this guide make sure your pregnancy is a happy and healthy one.
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Baby care class (in-person)
This class is designed to help new parents develop realistic expectations while learning the basics of infant care. Topics will include guidelines for safe sleep, diapering, car seat safety, feeding, bathing, and much more. Invaluable parenting tips and resources will help build your parenting skills.
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Breastfeeding class (in-person)
This class for expectant parents focuses on the joys and common concerns of breastfeeding. Information includes the benefits for mothers and babies, initiating feedings, maintaining a milk supply and other practical considerations. Discussion includes combining breastfeeding and working and expression and storage of breast milk. Primary support persons are encouraged to attend.
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Breastfeeding class (online)
Breastfeeding is recommended for the first year of your baby’s life. This interactive program includes videos and illustrations that provide couples with the skills that are essential to an informed breastfeeding experience.
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Cesarean class (online)
Sometimes a planned cesarean is a necessary surgical birth option for a healthy mom and a healthy baby. Becoming informed and prepared will help you gain understanding and help you make good choices. Learn about what to expect during your hospital stay and how to have a good recovery process when you return home.
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Childbirth class (online)
This interactive program includes videos and illustrations that provide couples with the skills that are essential to an informed childbirth experience.
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Childbirth essentials class (in-person)
A one-day class designed to prepare new mothers and their birth partners for the childbirth experience. Will cover topics such as labor progression, pain control while in labor, natural labor techniques, cesarean section and what to expect.
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Fatherhood class (online)
Preparing for fatherhood is no easy task. Men want to support their partners and new babies, but often feel lost and unsure about how to do that. This useful, informative, and entertaining class was created for men to help them find their way on this unique journey. With a positive focus on the importance of being involved right from the start, you'll learn how to support your partner through pregnancy and birth, as well as survival tips for those first few sleep-deprived months with a newborn.
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Hospital tour (in-person)
Our hospital tour offers parents and siblings an opportunity to prepare for the big day. We will take a tour and answer any questions that might help ease any anxiety and make the process more enjoyable! This tour is offered at no cost. Please note: Tours are also offered as a part of the childbirth class.
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Newborn care class (online)
This class gives you a wonderful guide to help you learn about the basics of taking care of your new infant.
A self-study program designed to help new parents transition to parenting right in the comfort of their own home. Soothing techniques, safe sleep guidelines, diapering, bathing and feeding are just a few of the topics covered in this instructional online course. Useful tips and resources will give you confidence as you build your parenting skills.
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Postpartum care (webinar)
Whether you're currently expecting or just welcomed your newest addition, the early days of motherhood come with a lot of questions. We're here with the answers you need.
Our on-demand postpartum care webinar features a team of women's health experts who will cover what you should know about your changing body and caring for yourself during this next stage of life. With the right team by your side, you can feel supported and confident every step of the way.
This free webinar will answer common questions about:
- Managing postpartum body changes
- Postpartum nutrition
- Navigating relationships
- Going back to work
- Virtual care options, including pelvic floor therapy and lactation support
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