Once you’ve had time to bond with your baby, and you’re both healthy, you can head home. But it’s important to schedule postpartum appointments with your physician. Catholic Health also provides maternal home care for moms and babies.
Learn MoreAt each of our hospitals, we ensure you leave with the proper instructions and resources for recovery and baby care. Now it’s time to move back home, bond as a family and grow together.
We offer a support group and other resources for mothers experiencing postpartum mood swings, anxiety, sadness or irritability. While these symptoms are common, it’s important to recognize them and find the help you think will be most beneficial in treating them. Group meetings are free to attend.
Your insurance may approve a maternal child nurse who can assess and monitor you and your baby’s health at home.
Breastfeeding is the best thing you can do for you and your baby. Catholic Health employs over 40 certified lactation consultants who are available to assist you in the hospital. In addition to a lactation specialist, you can visit the Baby Cafe in the Piver Center, every Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. for ongoing breastfeeding support.
You can call our HealthConnection Help Desk at (716) 447-6205 to receive help finding a pediatrician near you.
