Experience Exceptional Birth Care – Where Advanced Medicine Meets Personal Touch
Having a baby is one of life’s big moments, and where you choose to deliver your baby makes all the difference. That’s why we’ve dedicated ourselves to being the regional leader in maternity care, putting you and your growing family first. Our team of highly skilled obstetricians, nurses and specialists brings decades of expertise and compassion to each moment of your journey.
Video Tour: What to Expect
Take a guided look inside the Cherese Mari Laulhere BirthCare Center at Miller Children’s and Women’s Hospital, a comprehensive maternity center within a full-service children’s hospital, including a Level IV NICU. This means that we have everything you and your baby might need in one location. This video walks you through delivery day basics—from arrival and check-in to private labor and delivery suites—along with support for birth preferences, postpartum care, newborn education, and feeding support.
Nurturing Families with Compassion and Healthier Beginnings
Our dedicated team supports you at every step, combining advanced medical expertise with genuine compassion to create a safe, nurturing environment. From your first visit to your baby’s arrival, we’re committed to delivering better outcomes and memorable beginnings for you and your loved ones.
Birthing Suites
Our birthing suites are designed for comfort and safety, with your entire birth experience taking place in a private, spacious labor, delivery and recovery suite. Each suite is complete with a bathroom and shower, and a state-of-the-art birthing bed that allows you to deliver in a position that is most comfortable for you. We support the latest developmental care techniques and encourage parental involvement in all aspects of care, so you and your loved ones can spend as much time as possible with your baby.
Labor & Delivery Nurses Trained in Physiologic Birth
Our nurses have specialty training in physiologic birth through the Bundle Birth Nurses Program. This advanced training provides them with a deeper understanding of a birthing person’s body and the changes it is going through, as well as the movements the baby is making during the labor journey. By understanding the labor curve and the key milestones in the birthing journey, our nurses are better able to support labor and help you accomplish your birth plan.
Nedra’s Care Closet
We celebrate every mother’s birth preferences by offering Nedra’s Care Closet: a thoughtfully curated selection of comfort tools and supportive items designed for low-intervention, unmedicated births. From soothing tea lights and scented oils to practical aids that encourage relaxation and confidence, these resources help create a calming, personalized environment for your labor journey. Enjoy greater comfort, peace of mind, and the freedom to embrace your birth plan knowing you have everything you need for a positive, empowering experience.
Postpartum Suites
All our private postpartum suites offer large windows, private bathrooms, and plenty of space for your support person and baby. Our specialty-trained postpartum nurses provide individual support for both you and your baby. Your baby will receive all necessary hearing, metabolic, endocrine, blood cell and critical congenital heart defect newborn screenings during your postpartum stay.
Breastfeeding Support
We encourage breastfeeding and offer lactation services at the bedside to provide specialized one-on-one breastfeeding support. Our International Board-Certified Lactation Consultants® help you reach your breastfeeding goals by offering guidance and education in the latest breastfeeding techniques.
To schedule an appointment in our outpatient lactation clinic, call (562) 933-2779.
Learn more about our breastfeeding support.
Welcome Baby Program
Whether this is your first baby or you’re already a parent, Welcome Baby supports you during pregnancy and after you give birth. The program provides you with your own parent coach and nurse to answer questions and give you tips to have a healthy pregnancy, promote your baby’s healthy development, and more. It’s all free – no matter your income, immigration status or insurance.
High-Risk Pregnancy Program
Every pregnancy is unique, and some require extra attention and specialized support. Our High-Risk Pregnancy Program is here for families facing complications such as preterm labor, high blood pressure, diabetes, asthma, or other medical concerns. With a dedicated team of experienced specialists, we provide personalized care, advanced monitoring, and compassionate guidance, helping you navigate your pregnancy with confidence and peace of mind. No matter what your situation, we’re committed to delivering the best possible outcomes for you and your baby.
Learn more about the high-risk conditions we treat
Fetal Diagnostics Center
Our Fetal Diagnostics Center provides prenatal testing for high-risk patients. Experienced labor and delivery nurses and maternal-fetal medicine specialists, highly trained OB/GYNs who specialize in high-risk pregnancies, perform a variety of diagnostic tests to ensure the health of both you and your baby. Our team can identify if your baby is in distress and knows how to monitor your progress, allowing our physicians to determine if it is safest for you and your baby to consider an early delivery option.
Perinatal Special Care Unit
Our Perinatal Special Care Unit offers expert support for women with high-risk pregnancies, caring for hundreds of families each year. Enjoy the comfort of private rooms and a calm environment, with the latest monitoring technology to keep you and your baby safe. Our dedicated team of maternal-fetal medicine specialists, neonatologists and obstetric anesthesiologists is available 24/7 to provide continuous care, personalized treatment, and guidance. Our PSCU has a central monitoring system that allows for continual observation of fetal heart tracings from anywhere in the unit.
High-Risk Maternal/Fetal Transport Program
To ensure your safety and the safety of your baby, the Cherese Mari Laulhere Birth Care Center has a dedicated High-Risk Maternal/Fetal Transport Program available 24/7. A skilled team of doctors and nurses specializing in high-risk pregnancies help to safely transport you and your baby to our BirthCare Center. Our transport team at the Access & Transport Center coordinates all aspects of care including securing an ambulance, to make the transfer process easy for you and your family.
Perinatal Connections Program
If you have found out your baby has a condition and will need special care after birth, our fetal care coordination team is here to guide and support you every step of the way. We work closely with you, your primary doctor, and pediatric specialists to create a care plan tailored to your baby’s unique needs. Our goal is to ensure your family feels confident and informed, with answers to all your questions and compassionate care throughout your journey.
We're one of 22 hospitals in California to feature a regional Level IV NICU, which is the highest designation available by the American Academy of Pediatrics. This means we have advanced capabilities, along with skilled specialists, to care for sick and critically ill, and premature babies. We treat nearly 1,200 critically ill and premature babies each year.
Complete a Pre-Admission Form
Completing your pre-admission paperwork before you arrive at the hospital helps ensure a smooth and stress-free check-in. This simple step helps us prepare for your arrival and saves you time, allowing us to deliver the best possible care from the moment you walk through our doors.
Birth and Baby Resource Library
- MemorialCare Medical Group’s Pregnancy Guide: a prenatal guide filled with information, tips and answers to your questions for every step of your pregnancy journey.
- Babyscripts myJourney: a mobile app providing prenatal education and information on MemorialCare maternity services.
- Your Cesarean Delivery: a handbook outlining the most common experiences and questions to help prepare you for a Cesarean delivery. Also available in Spanish.
- What to Expect in the Operating Room: a guide for your support person who will be in the operating room during your Cesarean delivery.
- A New Beginning Booklet: your personal guide to caring for yourself and your baby in the postpartum period including information on postpartum changes, breastfeeding, baby care and more. Also available in Spanish.
Your Care Team
Meet our team of highly trained OB/GYNs—dedicated experts who provide personalized care for women at every stage of life, from your first visit through pregnancy, delivery, and beyond. With a commitment to comfort, compassion, and the latest medical advances, our physicians are here to ensure you receive the support and guidance you deserve.
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Awards & Recognition
| Level IV Maternity Center | Designation from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists for a comprehensive maternity center |
| Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit | Designation from the American Academy of Pediatrics for providing the highest level of care for premature babies |
 | Center of Excellence from Society for Obstetric Anesthesia and Perinatology (SOAP) Four-year designation recognizing excellence in obstetric anesthesia care |
 | Maternity Care Honor Roll from the California Health & Human Services Agency, Hospital Quality Institute, and CalHospital Compare - awarded for achieving the statewide C-section rate of 23.9% or lower for low-risk, first-birth deliveries |
 | California Maternal Quality Care Collaborative Super Star & Early Implementers Awards - Awarded for submitting data for six consecutive months and high levels of engagement with the data center |
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