Our private postpartum rooms are specifically designed to allow you to
fully recover from delivery and get acquainted with your newborn. Your
postpartum nurse will be your partner in baby care providing unconditional
support and education on topics such as breastfeeding, bathing, diapering,
and care of the umbilical cord. Because we want you to return home feeling
confident in your ability to care for your baby, we encourage questions
and open discussion about the joys and challenges of parenthood. Although
most of our babies stay in their mothers’ rooms 100% of the time,
the nursery is available if you need time to yourself for rest or recovery.
In the event that your baby needs extra support in his or her first days
of life, it is reassuring to know that our nursery staff has both the
equipment and resources to provide your newborn with the highest level
of care. Every attempt is made to deliver care in a manner that fosters
bonding between you and your baby. Our Level 1 Nursery accommodates infants
needing IV treatments, oxygen, neonatal stabilization, or phototherapy.
Newborns needing more definitive care are transferred out of our health system.
Visitors
We understand how eager friends and family will be to meet your baby. Visitors
are welcome as the family wishes.
Lactation Support
The Birth Center at St. John's offers certified Lactation Consultants to
assist and teach you breastfeeding techniques that you can use at home.
Learn more about
lactation support at St. John's Health.
Teton Mammas Support Group
New babies and their families are invited to join us for fun, education,
and camaraderie at our monthly Teton Mammas support group. This mother-to-mother
group motivates, encourages, and empowers parents to bond/connect with
their infants and become confident in their transition to motherhood.
Learn more about the
Teton Mammas support group for new parents.
Postpartum Mental Health Support at No Cost
If you’re a new mother struggling with overwhelming emotions, you
are not alone. Many women experience postpartum depression (PPD), a common
condition that can bring feelings of sadness, anxiety, and exhaustion,
making it difficult to care for yourself and your baby. Please know that
what you’re feeling is valid, and we are here to help.
Thanks to the generosity of
St. John’s Health Foundation and the leadership of community advocate Deirdre Griffith, postpartum
mental health services are available at no cost to patients. New mothers
can access compassionate care from licensed
behavioral health professionals at St. John’s Health, ensuring they receive the support they need without financial barriers.
To learn more about the postpartum mental health program or to receive
a referral for the program, please reach out to your OBGYN, pediatrician
or call Lactation Support
307.739.7572.
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