Pregnancy & Childbirth
Services and stories about the unique pregnancy path offered to expecting, new and experienced moms at Swedish
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Read ArticleAt Providence Swedish, prenatal and midwifery care in a supportive group setting
Watch video: Our CenteringPregnancy program often builds lasting bonds between parents-to-be. Learn more.
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Read ArticleDid the baby blues arrive with your newborn?
It is completely normal and expected to experience a range of emotions after childbirth. Identifying and understanding these feelings can help you navigate them.
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Read ArticleRaising your child on a vegan diet
Is a vegan diet right for your children? A nutrition expert at Swedish shares tips to help make plant-based eating a positive experience for the entire family.
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Read ArticleBlack Maternal Health Week event celebrates human connection while highlighting deadly, ongoing inequities
The JUST Birth Network hosted a second annual event that marked progress, celebrated activism and called out continuing disparities in maternal and infant care.
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Read ArticleComprehensive care for people with complex pregnancies
Patients with medically complex pregnancy require specialized, holistic care. Swedish’s maternal and fetal medicine experts are there for them. Learn more.
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Read ArticlePreventing cervical cancer
A gynecological oncologist at Swedish outlines the benefits of early vaccination and regular screenings to prevent cervical cancer.
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Read ArticleThe Lytle Center: a decade of nurturing families
The Center provides those families with a welcoming place before and after birth for learning, health evaluations and ongoing support.
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Read ArticleU.S. News & World Report names Providence Swedish among nation’s best hospitals for maternity care
Providence Swedish delivers more babies each year than any hospital system in Western Washington.
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Read ArticleAt Swedish, the very best care for every woman at every stage of life
Seattle’s KING 5 TV hosted a panel of Providence Swedish women’s health experts for a series of conversations about the extensive, world-class women’s health-care available to our patients.
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Read ArticleHow pediatric physical therapists design care for kids
Therapy or play? Pediatric PT at Swedish is both, thanks to our expert specially trained therapists. Watch video: A Seattle Sounders FC star visited with pediatric therapy patients and caregivers.
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Read ArticleWatch video: Halloween fun with some of our most boo-tiful little patients
For NICU babies and their families, a sweet treat from Swedish caregivers.
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Read ArticleAt Swedish, midwives’ expansive role in care is helping build community
Swedish’s Medical Director of Midwifery, Mary Mittell, CNM, discusses how midwifery supports inclusive, holistic care.
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Read ArticleTeamBirth maternity program launches at Providence Swedish
The initiative, a joint venture with the Washington State Hospital Association and others, seeks to ensure shared decision-making processes between birthing parents and clinicians.
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Read ArticleNew residency program addresses OB/GYN shortage
With a groundbreaking program at Swedish, first-year residents are leading change in their field.
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Read ArticleCongratulations to our 2023 Doula Diversity Scholarship recipients
The scholarship is part of our commitment to support the professional development of more doulas of color, LGBTQ doulas and doulas from underrepresented groups.
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Read ArticlePreguntas y respuestas con expertos de Swedish: Cómo preparar a su hijo para un nuevo año escolar
La temporada de vuelta a la escuela es el momento ideal para programar el examen anual de rutina de su hijo y verificar que tenga las vacunas al día.
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Read ArticleQ&A with Swedish experts: Preparing your child for a new school year
Experts at Swedish offer tips and strategies to help prepare your child for a successful new school year.
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Read ArticleNot just the baby blues. Swedish experts on postpartum anxiety and depression
With a new baby, most birthing people experience emotional highs and lows. Persistent mood changes and impaired functioning may signal something more serious.
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Read ArticleNewsweek ranks Swedish among best U.S. maternity hospitals
Providence Swedish's First Hill and Issaquah campuses received the highest-possible rating in the 2023 survey.
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Read ArticleJUST Birth Network hosts inaugural Black Maternal Health Week conference
Event affirms Swedish's commitment to Black women's right to joy, dignity and well-being before, during and after pregnancy.
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Read ArticleThe 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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Read ArticleAddiction 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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Read ArticleU.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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Read ArticleA 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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Read ArticleDo 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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Read ArticleMeet 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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Read ArticleSwedish 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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Read ArticleNew 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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Read ArticleFive things you should know about the baby formula shortage
A Swedish expert offers advice for anxious parents.
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Read ArticleWomen’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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Read ArticleQuestions 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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Read ArticleHelping 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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Read ArticlePregnancy and COVID-19 vaccination
Answers to your vaccine questions if you're pregnant, thinking about becoming pregnant or are breastfeeding.
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Read ArticleCelebrating, 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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Read ArticleKeep 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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Read ArticleTwice upon a time
Andrea Lee and Sam Dulay invest in maternal and newborn care at Swedish
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Read ArticleDepression 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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Read ArticleBuilding healthy, thriving communities through cycling
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Read ArticleSupporting parents and helping children thrive through partnerships
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Read ArticleKnow how to recognize subtle signs of stroke in women
Symptoms of stroke in women can be subtle and easy to ignore. Find out how to recognize the signs you're having a stroke and why it's important to know your risk factors.
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Read ArticleWomen’s health screening guidelines for every age
Learn the key screenings women of all ages need to maintain their health and detect potential issues in the earliest stages when they’re most treatable.
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Read ArticleHelp your child weather the pandemic with the fine art of self-expression
When children express themselves, it can improve their self-esteem, build confidence and encourage independence. Swedish offers fresh ideas for creative self-expression that parents can try at home.
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Read ArticleChildren and Grief: How to Support Your Child
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Read ArticleCaregiver Support: Emotional Wellbeing
While trying to be the perfect caregiver for your loved one, do not forget to take care of yourself as well.
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Read Article“To-do” or “To-be,” in the Time of COVID-19
With the impact of COVID-19, our world has changed, our priorities have shifted and our lives have slowed down.When things do not go as planned, practice leaning into a "to-be" list.
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Read ArticleA Seattle mom's story: Welcoming a new baby after testing positive for COVID-19
‘Even with COVID, welcoming a baby is an amazing experience.’
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Read ArticleFall Recipe: Apple Pumpkin Shake
Our Swedish Cancer Institute dietitians are in on the Fall food fun, and have provided a pumpkin recipe for your enjoyment.
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Read ArticleHealing Music Playlist | On-demand healing music at your fingertips!
Creating & listening to music playlists is fun, but did you know it can be therapeutic? Here are some tips from a Board-Certified music therapist, to help fight cancer by finding just the right mix.
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Read ArticleGetting to know the Swedish Hereditary Cancer Clinic
An interview with a gene detective. What you should know about genetic counseling and testing when impacted by cancer.
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Read ArticleExercise after delivery: How to avoid injury
Osteitis pubis can cause groin pain during pregnancy and after birth. Listen to your body and take your time getting back to exercise.
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Read ArticlePregnancy and marijuana use
More women are using marijuana during pregnancy than in the past. Is it safe or does it pose avoidable health risks?
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Read ArticleSwedish launches first-ever hospital-based postpartum doula services
Unique program offers in-home care after your baby’s arrival to help create a strong foundation for your growing family.
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Read ArticleCare for yourself while you care for your new baby
Make yourself a priority and stay healthy after childbirth.
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Read ArticleSex after baby
How sex will be different after having a baby.
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Read ArticleHow to eat right for two
Learn what types of foods will most benefit you and your baby during pregnancy.
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Read ArticleCall the midwife: Learn more about why you should consider midwifery care
For many people, the role of a midwife might seem hazy. Midwives can be present at a birth, but what exactly do they do? Midwifery is actually a highly specialized field, and its practitioners...
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Read ArticleBreastmilk basics: does diet really matter?
Certain foods, diets, medications, and more can influence breastmilk production, and every lactating mother should know what foods and drinks to avoid while breastfeeding.
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Read ArticleTips to prevent Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
While Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is rare, it is a source of worry for many parents. We don't know exactly what causes SIDS, but we do know some ways to reduce the risk.
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Read ArticleFlat head syndrome FAQ
Many cases of plagiocephaly are benign flat spots or slight abnormalities on a baby’s head that will resolve on their own over time.
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Read ArticleThe 5 most common misconceptions about pregnancy
As an expectant mother, you need to learn what truly is and isn’t safe for you and your developing baby, based on the best available medical evidence.
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Read Article
New car seat recommendations for kids
The American Academy of Pediatrics has released new information and recommendations on car seats for young children. In an updated policy statement, entitled “Child Passenger Safety,” the AAP...
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Read ArticleBreast pumping tips for traveling moms
Although pumping can be done in the privacy of your own home, you may find yourself in situations where you’ll need to pump on the go, especially while traveling.
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Read ArticleHaving problems with breastfeeding? Here are some ways to make it better
If you're not comfortable nursing, you're not alone, so take advantage of the many services out there that can improve the experience for you and your baby.
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Read ArticleDuring pregnancy, get by with a little help from your friends
There’s the old saying, “It takes a village to raise a child.” For some people, it also takes a village to have a child. That community-based philosophy is at the heart of CenteringPregnancy, a...
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Read ArticleAsk a midwife: What pregnant women should know about CMV
Simple precautions can help those at risk prevent contracting the virus.
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Read ArticleAsk a midwife: Could preeclampsia affect your pregnancy?
If you’re a woman who’s expecting or trying to conceive, you’ve probably heard of the term preeclampsia. But do you know what it means, and how it could potentially affect you if you develop this...
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Read ArticleWhat to do about pelvic floor problems – decision making is a team event
How are you? Each of us is probably asked that question several times each day. We often go for the quick answer: Fine, great, getting along. For many women, some things can be much harder to say...
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Read ArticleWhy does a fever seem to spike at night?
The time of day affects our health, and fever symptoms are no exception, increasing in intensity at nighttime.
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Read ArticleHow to tell if your child needs mental health care
If there’s long-term behavior change, it’s more than just a phase. There are signals that children can suffer from anxiety, depression or general behavior issues. Parents can help.
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Read ArticleOvarian cysts: When should you worry?
It can be frightening to hear the phrase “ovarian cyst,” but start with this knowledge: ovarian cysts are a naturally recurring part of the ovulation cycle and most of the time, they resolve...
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Read ArticleCan you catch tuberculosis on an airplane? Answers to common TB questions
Tuberculosis is a highly contagious disease, and Swedish works hard to ensure their employees and their patients are not at risk.
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Read ArticleIf you could become pregnant, take prenatal vitamins
For women of childbearing age, it’s a good idea to take what are known as “prenatal vitamins” -- vitamins containing folic acid, iron and often, some other compounds, such as calcium, Vitamin D...
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Read ArticleKids can have high blood pressure, too
Hypertension, or high blood pressure, isn’t just an adult disease. It occurs in 2 to 5 percent of all pediatric patients, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). But it often goes...
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Read ArticleParents take new approach on preventing peanut allergies
Everything parents used to do about peanut allergies may have been wrong.
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Read ArticleTop 5 sugar shockers
When it comes to sweet treats like doughnuts, cakes and cookies, it’s pretty obvious that they’re loaded with sugar. But what about the not-so-obvious foods?
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Read ArticleBundle up! Cold weather safety tips for the whole family
Advice from a Swedish expert to help you prepare for winter. Learn more.
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Read ArticleLimiting your children's exposure to phthalates
The chemical that makes plastics pliable has unknown effects on kids.
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Read ArticleFever in kids: Myths and tips
A child with a high fever can be very scary for parents – and really uncomfortable for the child. But fever in itself isn’t dangerous, and it’s actually a good thing in many cases.
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Read ArticleWhat's up with the flu?
In the latest from our Ask Dr. Meade series, learn about the flu. How contagious is it? Do flu shots work? What is up with the flu?
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Read ArticleWhat we can learn from Serena Williams' complicated birth
Serena Williams’ childbirth experience highlights complications in care and disparities in maternal mortality that must be addressed.
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