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CENTERED BIRTHING Putting families first
St. Mary’s new single room maternity suites have all the amenities an expectant mom would want for her family to be comfortable before, during and after the birth. Overnight accommodations, DVD’s, data points, Sanijet NSF approved whirlpools, etc. create the Ritz impression. Private foyers outside the room allow family to step outside while the Doc examines and serves as a staff communication point in between births. Suites are ACOG parametered, acoustically isolated and visually screened. The unit is designed for maximum staff efficiencies whether for high or low volume. Support services are located close by to improve staff efficiency. Daylight floods the unique interior 3 story Birthing Atrium and supports the Renaissance Revival design concept. Staff and Docs were heavily involved through field trips and mock-up validation. All this in a 12 foot floor to floor height!