Pregnancy & Childbirth

Services and stories about the unique pregnancy path offered to expecting, new and experienced moms at Swedish

  • COMPASSION for pregnant people with substance use disorders

    COMPASSION for pregnant people with substance use disorders

    The COMPASSION model was designed to improve care for perinatal patients experiencing substance use and withdrawal, and has improved meaningful outcomes for mothers and newborns. Learn more.

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  • Regular GYN care is essential for lifelong wellness

    Regular GYN care is essential for lifelong wellness

    At every stage of life, there are important topics to cover with your GYN. A Providence Swedish gynecologist has some guidance for getting the most out of your visits. Learn more.

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  • "I call it the Disneyland experience, because it's such a roller coaster of emotions."

    "I call it the Disneyland experience, because it's such a roller coaster of emotions."

    At Swedish Issaquah, NICU RN Liberty Rivera cares for babies and their families during some of life's most uncertain moments. Learn more.

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  • Is a C-section the right choice for you?

    Is a C-section the right choice for you?

    A Swedish maternal and fetal medicine expert offers some guidance for when this common and safe procedure might fit into your birth plan. Learn more.

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  • COMPASSION for pregnant people with substance use disorders

    COMPASSION for pregnant people with substance use disorders

    The COMPASSION model was designed to improve care for perinatal patients experiencing substance use and withdrawal, and has improved meaningful outcomes for mothers and newborns. Learn more.

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  • At Swedish, personalized, compassionate care for every pregnancy journey

    At Swedish, personalized, compassionate care for every pregnancy journey

    Providence Swedish doulas provide tailored, culturally-attuned care for mothers before, during and after childbirth. Learn more.

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  • Misinformation is triggering vaccine doubt and driving a rise in preventable pediatric illness

    Misinformation is triggering vaccine doubt and driving a rise in preventable pediatric illness

    The dispute between doctors and government health officials has left many parents wary of both. A Swedish expert offers clarity on the dire consequences of dropping vaccination rates. Learn more.

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  • If a birth plan doesn’t go to plan, our OB/GYN hospitalists are there for mom and baby

    If a birth plan doesn’t go to plan, our OB/GYN hospitalists are there for mom and baby

    Whether it’s a serious complication or an early debut, our hospitalists are there to make sure mom and baby have the highest levels of expert care. Watch the video and learn more.

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  • Tiny hats and big hearts

    Tiny hats and big hearts

    These sisters sent a homemade hat to a relative’s NICU baby. The family’s appreciation inspired a heart (and head) warming mission to support NICU babies across the country. Learn more.

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  • Meet some of the cutest beanie babies you ever did see!

    Meet some of the cutest beanie babies you ever did see!

    Seattle Sounders FC players made surprise visits to some Providence Swedish campuses and brought special gifts for newborns and their families. Learn more.

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  • Once a tiny NICU preemie, this future health care worker has big dreams

    Once a tiny NICU preemie, this future health care worker has big dreams

    Allison Lee was born at Swedish weighing a little more than two pounds. She spent weeks in the NICU. Today, she's a thriving college student aspiring to a career in health care. Learn more.

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  • Time for your prenatal appointment? Get the most out of your visit with these tips from an expert.

    Time for your prenatal appointment? Get the most out of your visit with these tips from an expert.

    A Providence Swedish midwife offers guidance for addressing concerns and tailoring care so that it works for you. Watch the video and learn more.

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  • This caregiver has an exceptional gift for helping her patients feel heard and seen

    This caregiver has an exceptional gift for helping her patients feel heard and seen

    Antepartum Registered Nurse Courtney Webster is the recipient of this year's Nils Johanson Award for Justice. Watch the video.

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  • Struggling to make sense of recent childhood vaccination news? A Swedish doc is here with help.

    Struggling to make sense of recent childhood vaccination news? A Swedish doc is here with help.

    A Providence Swedish pediatric infectious disease expert explains why the hepatitis B, MMR and DTaP vaccinations are safe vital for protecting your child's health. Learn more.

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  • Providence Swedish helped this Sounders star score his biggest goal yet: becoming a #girldad

    Providence Swedish helped this Sounders star score his biggest goal yet: becoming a #girldad

    Watch the video to learn how Providence Swedish was there for Sounders FC forward Jesús Ferreira and his partner Calyn when they were getting ready to welcome their daughter.

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  • How one Providence Swedish nurse helped change state law

    How one Providence Swedish nurse helped change state law

    For families going through pregnancy loss, relief from burdensome requirements that made a sensitive time even more difficult. Learn more.

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  • Oh Baby! Meet the first Swedish newborns of 2026.

    Oh Baby! Meet the first Swedish newborns of 2026.

    Our compassionate and expert care teams help deliver more babies than any health system in Western Washington. Learn more.

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  • Is there a Doppler in the house?!

    Is there a Doppler in the house?!

    The Seattle Storm’s beloved mascot stopped by the pediatric and neonatal intensive care units at our First Hill campus to spread some cheer. Learn more.

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  • Meet some of the cutest beanie babies you ever did see!

    Meet some of the cutest beanie babies you ever did see!

    Seattle Sounders FC players made surprise visits to some Providence Swedish campuses and brought special gifts for newborns and their families. Learn more.

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  • Providence Swedish is named a Center of Excellence for Perinatal Substance Abuse care

    Providence Swedish is named a Center of Excellence for Perinatal Substance Abuse care

    Hospitals certified as Centers of Excellence for Perinatal Substance Use are improving birth outcomes and saving lives by centering the needs of babies and families. Learn more.

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