Pregnancy and Childbirth
As your family grows, it's important to start off on the right foot. This includes the hospital you choose. At Bronson, we deliver nearly 4,500 babies each year. With pregnancy and childbirth locations in Bronson Birthplace in Battle Creek and Bronson Birthplace in Kalamazoo, and the area’s only Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), you can feel comfortable knowing that you and your growing family will receive personal, high-quality care during every phase of your pregnancy and childbirth journey.
Preparing for the Birth of Your Child
The nine months leading up to delivery is different for every individual. Our specialists are here to help you along the way and will create a plan tailored to your needs, whether that includes standard ultrasounds and routine care or specialized attention from our maternal-fetal medicine team. To also help you prepare, when you select Bronson for your baby’s delivery, you will have access to Bump2Baby360, a free app on pregnancy, birth and beyond.
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Help for Conditions Related to Your Pregnancy
No two pregnancies are truly the same – and at Bronson, you can be sure you will receive the individual care you expect. Some of the conditions we treat include:
- Bleeding related to pregnancy
- Gestational diabetes and pregestational diabetes
- High-risk pregnancy and deliveries
- High blood pressure
- Incompetent cervix
- Infections during pregnancy
- Newborn complications
- Placental disorders
- Preexisting conditions during pregnancy
- Premature rupture of membranes
- Preterm labor
- Vein concerns
If you need care for a condition not listed here, consult with one of our pregnancy and childbirth care providers.
Give Birth to Your Baby in a Safe, Welcoming Environment
At the Bronson Birthplace, you can enjoy the comforts of private, spacious rooms with secured access for added privacy and safety. There are also amenities like a guest bed, cable television, additional seating and meals delivered through room service. Take our online tour of Bronson Birthplace facilities to learn what you can expect in Battle Creek and Kalamazoo.
With access to the region’s only Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and Bronson Children's Hospital, it is no wonder more people in southwest Michigan choose the Bronson Birthplace to deliver their babies than any other hospital.
Learn more about the patient and family-centered care you will experience during your stay at the Bronson Birthplace - Battle Creek and Bronson Birthplace – Kalamazoo.
Around-the-clock Post-delivery Care
Childbirth doesn’t end at delivery. After giving birth, both you and your newborn will receive around-the-clock care. Mom and baby stay together in one room. You receive ongoing, necessary pain management and care from our friendly and knowledgeable staff. View information about newborn baby portrait services (PDF), available to capture memories of your very first moments. For parents and siblings who want to learn tips about taking care of their newest family member, Bronson offers a wide range of childbirth and parenting education classes.
