Pregnancy & Childbirth
Services and stories about the unique pregnancy path offered to expecting, new and experienced moms at Swedish
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The JUST Birth Network
The JUST Birth Network provides Black and Native patients at Providence Swedish with a network of culturally affirming care throughout the pregnancy journey.
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Addiction and recovery during pregnancy
Women with substance use disorder reflect on challenges they overcame during pregnancy with help from addiction and recovery services at Swedish.
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U.S. News & World Report names Swedish Issaquah among best U.S. maternity hospitals
Rankings in the annual survey are based on a host of key quality and safety measures.
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A Brighter Future for Our Smallest Babies
The Small Baby Unit provides highly skilled and specialized care for extremely preterm infants born before 28 weeks.
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Do you know how a midwife can help you?
Learn more about how midwives at Swedish provide unique patient-centered care to parents and their newborns.
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Meet the 2022 Swedish Doula Diversity Scholarship recipients
Swedish proudly offers an annual Doula Diversity Scholarship in an effort to aid the professional development of more doulas of color, LGBTQ doulas and doulas from underrepresented groups. Learn more.
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Swedish invests in community health
Read our 2021 Community Benefit Report and learn how we care for our communities outside the hospitals.
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TeamBirth initiative launches at Swedish First Hill
The program seeks to transform childbirth care through its focus on communication and inclusion.
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New OB-GYN residency will boost maternity care access
Washington and surrounding states don’t have enough OBGYNs to meet patient needs. The new Swedish residency program will help solve that problem.
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Five things you should know about the baby formula shortage
A Swedish expert offers advice for anxious parents.
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Women’s health: Changes for every phase of life
Women’s health issues change through all phases of life. Find out what to expect at every age.
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Our new Women’s Wellness & Specialty GYN Services, First Hill, meets a need for specialized care
Learn how generous donors are helping Swedish expand women’s health services in the Seattle area and respond to the increasing demand for menopause care.
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Questions about the COVID vaccine for kids? Swedish has some answers for you.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released its guidance for COVID-19 vaccinations for kids ages 5 to 11. Learn more.
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Helping kids face change and uncertainty
A child psychiatrist from Swedish shares tips and answers questions about improving children’s resilience during the pandemic.
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Pregnancy and COVID-19 vaccination
Answers to your vaccine questions if you're pregnant, thinking about becoming pregnant or are breastfeeding.
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Celebrating, supporting all mothers’ breastfeeding journeys
Breast/chest feeding is a beautiful, natural experience but it’s not always easy. Women – especially Women of Color – face barriers and need resources to help along their journey.
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Keep kids healthy, safe with recommended vaccines
As you prepare to begin the school year, get the facts about what vaccines are required for kids and why.
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Twice upon a time
Andrea Lee and Sam Dulay invest in maternal and newborn care at Swedish
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Depression before and after birth: You are not alone
Millions of women struggle with anxiety, depression and mental health issues during pregnancy and after childbirth. Find ways to cope.
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Building healthy, thriving communities through cycling
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