Maternity Care

Our comprehensive services, experienced and specialized staff, state-of-the-art equipment and beautiful birthing rooms are all reasons that Tri-state families choose the Family Birth Place at St. Elizabeth Edgewood.

Why Deliver at St. Elizabeth?

Each year thousands of families choose St. Elizabeth for maternity care. You can trust our skilled and experienced team to provide the highest quality of compassionate and personalized care.

Maternal Fetal Center

The Maternal Fetal Center is located on the third floor at St. Elizabeth Edgewood. The center offers an ultrasound procedure room, six ultrasound rooms, five non-stress test beds, two rooms dedicated to the Diabetes Program, two large dedicated rooms to the Genetic Counseling Program, and many other amenities in one comfortable soothing location.

Real Moms. Real Talk. Real Stories.

Real Moms. Real Talk.

Watch real birth stories and discover what made each journey unique. Get tips from moms who’ve been there and learn about the care team that supported them. Then, share your own experience to inspire others—because real voices matter.

Award Winning Obstetrics

The National Safe Sleep Hospital Certification Program

St. Elizabeth Hospital – Edgewood was recently recognized by the National Safe Sleep Hospital Certification Program as a “Gold Safe Sleep Hospital,” for their commitment to best practices and education on infant safe sleep. As a Nationally Certified Safe Sleep Hospital, St. Elizabeth is recognized for following the safe sleep guidelines recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and providing training programs for healthcare team members, and family caregivers. Learn more about Cribs for Kids® National Safe Sleep Hospital Certification Program.

One of America's Best Maternity Hospitals

St. Elizabeth Edgewood has been named as America’s Best Maternity Hospitals 2025 by Newsweek and Statista.

In addition, St. Elizabeth Edgewood is ranked as the #1 Hospital in Kentucky by U.S. News & World Report in 2025, with Maternity Care ranked as High Performing to reflect our commitment to clinical excellence. The Family Birth Place takes pride in creating an environment of warmth, understanding and support to ensure a safe, joyful and individual birthing experience as well as providing advanced medical and surgical care.

Obstetrics - Best Hospitals

St. Elizabeth has now received four consecutive Best Hospitals awards in Obstetrics.

In addition to being a designated WHO/UNICEF Baby-Friendly Hospital, our Level III NICU allows you to rest assured that if you or your family ever need it, we are ready to deliver even your littlest, tiniest ones.

That makes those baby kisses we all love so much, even better than ever.

Frequently Asked Questions About the Family Birth Place

Parents choose the Family Birth Place for personalized Maternity Care, beautiful and spacious birthing suites, and access to a full team, including OB-GYNs, certified nurse-midwives, lactation consultants and Maternal-Fetal Medicine specialists. You’ll have support throughout pregnancy, labor, delivery and postpartum, all in one comfortable location.

Many families schedule a maternity tour in the second or early third trimester, but you can visit sooner if you’re deciding where to deliver. You can also take a virtual tour whenever you’re ready. A tour helps see the birthing suites, ask questions and feel more prepared for delivery day.

We designed our birthing suites for comfort. They include private bathrooms, space for your support person, dimmable lighting, music options and room for movement during labor. If medically appropriate, you may also have access to comfort tools such as tubs for water immersion, birthing balls or aromatherapy.

Call your provider if you’re experiencing regular contractions, your water breaks, you have decreased fetal movement or something doesn’t feel typical. If you’re unsure, it’s always okay to call. We want you to feel supported and informed.

Your care team will support whichever pain management approach you choose and offer a range of options. If you prefer an unmedicated birth, we provide tools such as a labor tub, positioning devices, a CUB chair, birthing balls and peanut balls. Aromatherapy is also available to help you stay comfortable.

You can create a birth plan so your team understands your preferences for labor positions, pain management options, newborn care and postpartum support. You can bring your own plan or start with our free downloadable birth plan template.

Your labor and delivery team may include an OB-GYN, a certified nurse-midwife, labor and delivery nurses, anesthesia providers and newborn care providers. If you need specialized support, our on-site Level III NICU team is available around the clock.

Families can choose from a variety of childbirth classes focused on labor preparation, newborn care, breastfeeding and infant safety. These classes help you feel confident and supported before delivery.

When it’s time to come to the hospital for delivery, most parents bring essentials like comfortable clothing, baby outfits, snacks, phone chargers and insurance information. We’ll provide you with a toiletry kit and water mug. During your maternity tour, you’ll see everything the Family Birth Place offers so you know exactly what to expect.

Our Postpartum Care Center is available to you after discharge, providing continued support during your recovery. This includes guidance for your emotional wellbeing, breastfeeding needs and newborn care before you go home. Our OB-GYNs, Women’s Health providers and lactation consultants are also available for follow-up as needed. We’re here to support you well beyond your hospital stay.


Explore the Family Birth Place!

Take a virtual tour and see what to expect before you deliver your bundle of joy.