Northumberland Hills Hospital has launched a new Newborn, Perinatal, and Reproductive Care Clinic designed to support women’s wellness and newborn health across Northumberland County.
The clinic officially opened Monday and provides non urgent, in hospital ambulatory services during the antenatal and postpartum phases of care. Hospital officials say the clinic offers a coordinated approach to care for expectant patients, new mothers, and newborns during the critical early weeks before and after birth.
Located on the second floor of the hospital next to the Maternal Child Inpatient Unit, the clinic features two exam rooms and a dedicated waiting area. Services are available by booked appointment only, with clinic hours on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
The clinic serves obstetrical patients attached to a delivering care provider at Northumberland Hills Hospital, as well as newborns from birth to six weeks, including those recently discharged. Postpartum follow up includes wound assessments and monitoring for hypertension. Expectant patients can also receive services such as RhoGAM administration, non stress testing, bloodwork, and blood pressure checks, along with follow up for early pregnancy complications.
Hospital officials say referrals are required through NHH providers. Patients without OHIP should note that some services may not be covered and could involve a fee.
The Maternal Child Care team at NHH supported more than 500 births in the last fiscal year, working closely with obstetrician gynecologists, family physicians, anesthesiologists, and local midwives.
More information about maternal and newborn services, including a list of obstetrical care providers, is available at nhh.ca under Patient Services.
(Written by: Joseph Goden)
