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Loyola MacNeal Hospital (Berwyn)

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Address:
3249 S. Oak Park Ave
Berwyn, IL 60402
(708) 783-9100
MATERNITY SERVICE WEBSITE
Visit provider’s website/maternity service main page
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DELIVERY OPTIONS
  • Water birth
    i Water birth means delivering your baby in a tub. Some facilities offer tubs for labor only. Learn more about water birth here.
  • Breech trial of labor
    i If your baby is bottom first instead of head down as you approach your due date, providers that allow "breech trial of labor" may give you the opportunity to labor vaginally instead of automatically scheduling you for a cesarean birth.
  • VBAC trial of labor
    i If you had a prior c-section, some providers may give you the opportunity to begin labor and try to deliver vaginally, which is a trial of "vaginal birth after cesarean" or VBAC. Learn more about VBAC here.
  • VBA2+C trial of labor
    i If you've had more than one prior c-section, some providers may give you the opportunity to begin labor and try to delivery vaginally, which is a trial of vaginal birth after 2 or more cesareans or VBA2+C trial of labor. Learn more about VBAC here.
  • Vacuum or forceps delivery on site
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  • C-section available on site
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  • C-section team on site 24/7
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  • In-unit C-sections
    i Family-centered or Gentle c-section means that your partner can be with you in the OR during your c-section and that your baby will be placed on your chest immediately after delivery for skin-to-skin contact. Some facilities also offer the option of a clear surgical drape, which allows you to see your baby being born; delayed cord clamping after delivery (at least one minute); unhurried delivery (see a video here); and a dedicated nurse who will support skin-to-skin contact throughout the post-delivery procedure.
  • Family-centered/gentle c-section
  • Family-centered c-section: clear drape available
  • Family-centered c-section: delayed cord clamping
  • Family-centered c-section: unhurried delivery from incision
  • Family-centered c-section: dedicated 1-to-1 nursing support
LABOR OPTIONS

In uncomplicated labor...

  • Moving throughout labor (e.g. wireless telemetry)
  • Intermittent electronic fetal monitoring
  • Intermittent auscultation
  • IV not required
  • IV not routine
  • Eating throughout labor - clear tray only
  • Eating throughout labor - unrestricted
  • Drinking throughout labor
  • Showering during labor
  • Laboring in a tub
  • Aromatherapy
BIRTHING EQUIPMENT
  • Bean bag pillow
  • Birthing stool
  • Birth Balls
  • Peanut ball
  • Reclining chair
  • Rocking chair
  • Support rope, sling or bar
PAIN RELIEF
  • Epidural
  • Patient controlled epidural
  • Dedicated L&D anesthesiology team
  • Narcotics
  • Nitrous-oxide
  • TENS unit
SUPPORT
  • Partner/support person policies
  • allowed in triage
  • allowed in labor room
  • allowed in OR for C-section
  • allowed in postpartum
  • allowed in NICU
  • rooming-in allowed
  • Doula policies
  • allowed in triage
  • allowed in labor room
  • allowed in OR for C-section
  • allowed in postpartum
  • allowed in NICU
  • Siblings allowed in labor
NEWBORN & POSTPARTUM CARE

After routine delivery...

  • Suctioning only if needed
  • Delayed cord clamping (at least 1 minute)
  • Delayed cord clamping (at least 3 minutes)
  • Delayed baby bath
  • Uninterrupted skin-to-skin contact until first feed
  • Baby rooming-in
  • Non-emergent nursery care available
  • All routine newborn exams at mother's bedside
  • Early discharge - 24 hours or less
  • Home postpartum visit
BREASTFEEDING
  • Baby-friendly designation
  • Lactation consultants (IBCLC) available for consultation on site
  • 24/7 lactation support on site
  • No formula given to breastfeeding babies in first 48 hours
  • Donor milk available
HIGH RISK OPTIONS
  • Maternal Fetal Medicine specialists
  • 24/7 Neonatalogist or Pediatric Hospitalist on site
  • Perinatal Level IIE
  • Perinatal Level III

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NICU OPTIONS
  • Bed provided for parent
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  • Kangaroo care supported
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ROOM OPTIONS
  • One room for labor, birth, recovery & postpartum (LDRP)
  • One room for labor, birth & recovery (LDR)
  • Private post-partum rooms
  • In-room shower
  • In-room labor tub
ROOM AMENITIES
  • Dimmable lighting
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Music speakers (phone or IPod)
  • Television
  • WIFI
  • Free WIFI
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
INSURANCE

Accepts Medicaid : Yes

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Languages - In-Person Interpretation
  • Spanish

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Address:
3249 S. Oak Park Ave
Berwyn, IL 60402
(708) 783-9100
MATERNITY SERVICE WEBSITE
Visit provider’s website/maternity service main page

Hospital | Doctor-attended birth

  • Small (fewer than 900 births per year)
  • Perinatal Level II

Outcomes:

Overall C-Section Rate (risk adjusted) - 24.2%

As compared to Chicago-area hospitals, this rate is:
Among the LOWEST
low
MEDIUM - LOW
med-low
MEDIUM - HIGH
med-high
Among the HIGHEST
High

Primary C-Section Rate (risk adjusted) - 13.9%

As compared to Chicago-area hospitals, this rate is:
Among the LOWEST
low
MEDIUM - LOW
med-low
MEDIUM - HIGH
med-high
Among the HIGHEST
High

VBAC Rate (risk adjusted) - 26.1%

As compared to Chicago-area hospitals, this rate is:
Among the HIGHEST
High
MEDIUM - HIGH
med-high
MEDIUM - LOW
med-low
Among the LOWEST
low

Exclusive Breastfeeding Rate - 80.1%

As compared to Chicago-area hospitals, this rate is:
Among the HIGHEST
High
MEDIUM - HIGH
med-high
MEDIUM - LOW
med-low
Among the LOWEST
low
  • Number of VBAC deliveries per year- 30
  • Epidural Rate - no data provided
  • Overall Induction Rate - no data provided
  • Early Elective Deliveries - 0 %
  • Episiotomy Rate - 9%

Maternity Care Overview

[from the provider’s website]

“When it comes to the health and safety of you and your baby, nothing but the best will do. At MacNeal Hospital, we are committed to making your pregnancy and childbirth experience as easy and enjoyable as possible. We offer comprehensive, expert care before and after your delivery. Our specialized treatment helps ensure the health and happiness of you and your family.”

“Comprehensive maternity services created with you and your baby in mind: At MacNeal, we understand that every woman and pregnancy is unique. During these special moments, we want you to feel comfortable in the knowledge that our comprehensive team of obstetricians, pediatricians, neonatologists and medical staff has the training, expertise and experience to guide you through the labor and delivery process. We offer a full range of obstetrical services, including:

  • Level II neonatal nursery – capable of caring for late-preterm infants, from gestation 32 weeks to 37 weeks
  • Access to certified lactation consultant – breastfeeding counselors and a lactation consultant are available for mothers after delivery to answer questions and assist with newborn care and breastfeeding
  • Special delivery options – our staff is skilled in a variety of special delivery methods to address the delivery options of our patients with a supportive clinical culture for women who would like to try vaginal birth after C-section (VBAC)
  • Advanced fetal monitoring – closely records uterine and fetal heart activity to catch early signs of complication for inpatients and outpatients
  • Personalized care – from our friendly, family-oriented staff who are dedicated to serving you and your expanding family
  • Bilingual –  many nurses and physicians at MacNeal Hospital speak English and Spanish for the accommodation and comprehensive care of our patients.”
  • Education: “Whether you are expecting your first child or the newest addition to your family, our goal at MacNeal Hospital is to offer you all the information, education, guidance and support you need. New parents naturally want to be prepared for all the possibilities. Our birthing staff is prepared to make you feel at ease and informed and is ready to provide specialized care should your newborn need it.”
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INSURANCE

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For questions about insurance, call:

MacNeal Hospital offers assistance with financial and billing questions and concerns.

Informational pages about insurance, billing, financial assistance and online bill payment can be viewed here , or call the number above with specific questions.

 

MATERNITY SERVICE TOURS

To register for a tour of the Family Birth Center or for more information about tours, call 877-834-7264.

CHILDBIRTH CLASSES

MacNeal Hospital offers a range of preparation tools and educational opportunities designed for expectant parents and families, including classes on childbirth preparation, breastfeeding, childcare and diabetes prevention.

For registration or more information call 877-834-7264 or search for a class here.

EXTERNAL​ ​REVIEWS

Last updated: November 3, 2023

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