Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital (Lake Forest) [Doctor-Attended Birth]
Lake Forest, IL 60045
Breastfeeding support: Many of the postpartum nurses at Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital are Certified Lactation Counselors, trained to support breastfeeding. For more complicated breastfeeding issues, you can request help from a Certified Lactation Consultant.
Breastfeeding Classes: Classes are available to prepare you to breastfeed. Other members of your family are invited to attend to prepare them to support you as a breastfeeding mother.
Onsite maternal fetal medicine specialists care for maternal complications, such as pre-eclampsia or gestational diabetes.
Neonatologists from Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago are onsite seven days a week.
Additionally, a pediatric hospitalist from Lurie Children’s Hospital is onsite 24/7 to assist the obstetricians with high-risk births.
The hospital’s Level II+ Special Care Nursery is certified for extended capabilities to address the needs of infants who require more specialized attention in their first few days, including infants born prematurely and/or stable ventilated babies.
Accepts Medicaid: Yes
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Medically trained interpreters for a variety of languages are available to assist you if you prefer to communicate in a language other than English. This confidential service is provided free of charge.
Outcomes
Overall C-Section Rate (Risk Adjusted) – 26.7%
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Primary C-Section Rate (Risk Adjusted) – 14.5%
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VBAC Rate (Risk adjusted ) – 11.3%
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Exclusive Breastfeeding Rate – 80.2%
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- Number of VBAC deliveries per year - 28
- Epidural Rate -
- Overall Induction Rate -
- Early Elective Deliveries -
- Episiotomy Rate -
Overview: If you’re expecting a baby or planning a pregnancy, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital delivers a full range of care to make this time as healthy, personalized and stress-free as possible. You and your family will be surrounded by expert physicians, highly trained nurses and other care team members who are committed to your baby’s and family’s well-being.
Comprehensive prenatal care: In addition to prenatal care, we offer resources like programs and classes to keep you healthy and prepared for pregnancy, childbirth and parenthood. Our maternal-fetal specialists are here to care for any complications that may arise.
A personal childbirth plan: We want to create a memorable childbirth experience for you and your family. Please share your preferences with your care team so we can help provide the best possible experience. Consider your preferences for:
- Family participation
- Pain management
- Breastfeeding
You can share your preferences with your care team so we can help provide the best possible experience for you.
High-comfort, high-tech birthing suites: When it’s time for your baby’s arrival, you’ll settle into a private labor-delivery-recovery suite. Experienced nurses will care for and support you during childbirth. Learn more about the maternity services at Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital.
Pain management options: During labor, you’ll have a variety of pain-relief options, including nonmedication methods, medications and anesthesia (typically an epidural). Epidurals are administered by anesthesiologists, who are on-site 24/7.
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The hospital offers a free tour of the labor & delivery and postpartum floor. You can see a schedule of upcoming tours here. Please call 312.926.8400 to register.
Lake Forest Hospital offers a range of childbirth classes. For course registration, program specifics or additional information, call the Childbirth Education Line at 847.535.6182 or email [email protected]. You can also see a schedule of classes for expectant parents here.
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Your partner can stay at the hospital throughout your labor and delivery. A pull out bed or couch in each room allows partner rooming in.
You are welcome to bring a credentialed doula to support you during your stay. Please note: