Labor & Delivery
Welcoming your baby into the world is an exciting and unique experience. We understand that you've thought a lot about the birth experience that you want, and we respect the values, beliefs and choices you make regarding your baby's birth.
We are here to meet all of your needs and are excited to welcome you to our newly renovated and conveniently located Family Maternity Center in Kirkland.
Your birthing experience will now have the support of one of our 34 refurbished labor rooms featuring state-of-the-art equipment, one of our 27 remodeled after-delivery rooms and two modern family areas with a kitchen, food storage space and entertainment centers. Sign up for our live virtual tour.
Finding the Family Maternity Center
To find the Family Maternity Center, please use the Central Entrance to the Kirkland campus, off NE 130th Lane. The Central Parking Garage is just ahead. The maternity center building entrance is on your right. A laboring parent may choose to enter the maternity center while the driver parks. In urgent situations, the driver may park there temporarily while escorting the laboring patient safety inside. Once inside the building, turn right and continue straight to enter the maternity center's reception area.
Please note that the Family Maternity Center is a secured area. After hours, follow the instructions above and use the doorbell outside the maternity center entrance to request entry. For assistance at any time, please contact the Family Maternity Center's Health Unit Coordinator, available 24/7, at (425) 899-3501.
The hospital building is divided into color-coded zones:
- The Family Maternity Center is located in the Blue zone on the second floor—the same as the level you enter from the Central Entrance.
- The Obstetrical Emergency Department and Labor & Delivery Unit are located there, too.
- The Postpartum Unit, also in the Blue zone, is located on the fifth floor.
Click here to see a map of the EvergreenHealth campus showing the Central Entrance as well as the parking entrance for maternity and OB patients.
What to Bring to the Family Maternity Center
Whether it's your first baby or not, knowing what to bring to your child's birth can be a bit of a mystery. Thankfully, our resort-style amenities make it easy on you and your loved ones, but we have also developed this list of must-haves as well as some items our past patients have found comforting.
Birthing Suites
Your labor, birth and recovery will all take place in a private, modernized, spacious and comfortable birthing suite with your own bathroom. Snacks and beverages are available anytime for new moms. Our concierge-style meal service lets you select what you want to eat from an approved menu, and when you'd like to have it served.
Getting to Know Your Baby
Your baby's first hours are so important as you begin to build that lifelong connection. We discuss baby's first hours and some baby care basics.
Your Baby's Birth Certificate & Social Security Number
At some point, you'll likely wonder where your baby's documentation comes from and how you obtain it. We have the answers to your frequently asked questions about these topics plus information on how you can start the process.
Where to Call If You Think You're In Labor
No matter the time of day, the Family Maternity Center is here if you are in labor. Be sure you know the signs of labor so you can call right away.
Your Care Team
- Labor Nurses: Your expert labor nurse will be there for you, making sure you are as comfortable as possible during your birthing experience.
- Your OB or Midwife: Whether you prefer the care of an OB or a midwife, we have the support in place to make sure they're with you during labor.
- OB Hospitalists: OB hospitalists are available in the maternity center 24/7. They're available to help if your provider isn't available or if extra help is needed during delivery.
- Anesthesiologists: Anesthesiologists are ready to assist you in labor or should you need a C-section.
Get a Cost Estimate For Your Care
We're happy to provide a price estimate for your upcoming treatment at EvergreenHealth.
