The miracle of life never loses its wonder. We feel privileged to join you on your baby's journey into the world. Our maternity services doctors and nurses provide expert, personalized care for you – from prenatal care through your delivery and beyond.
We make it simple for you to pre-register online for your upcoming delivery at Crete Area Medical Center.
We are thrilled to provide the Bryan Baby App that includes the tools and support you need at every stage of your pregnancy journey and beyond. From pregnancy to childbirth and newborn resources, access the Bryan Baby app anytime, anywhere.
Learn more and register for the Bryan Baby App
Prenatal Care
The key to protecting the health of your child is to get regular prenatal care. If you think you're pregnant, call your healthcare provider to schedule an appointment. You should schedule your first examination as soon as you think you are pregnant.
Find a Doctor
The first step is to find a doctor you would like to join you on your journey to parenthood. All our family practice doctors work together to provide the best care possible for our moms-to-be.
Meet our OB physician team
Initial nurse visit
Your initial visit will be a one-on-one consultation. You will:
- Review your medical history
- Learn what to expect during pregnancy
- Complete initial lab work
- Schedule your first visit with your doctor
- Plan your first ultrasound
First doctor visit
At your first visit, your doctor will determine how many weeks pregnant you are based on a physical examination and the date of your last period. He or she will also use this information to predict your delivery date. An ultrasound performed during your pregnancy will help verify that date.
Regular doctor visits
Your next step will be regular visits with your doctor.
- Every four weeks through week 30
- Every two weeks through week 36
- Every week until delivery
Throughout your pregnancy, your doctor will check your weight and blood pressure while also checking the growth and development of your baby. He or she will do this by feeling your abdomen, listening for the fetal heartbeat, and measuring your belly). During your pregnancy, you'll also have prenatal tests, including blood, urine, and cervical tests, and at least one ultrasound.
PreAdmission visit
Near the end of your pregnancy, your obstetric nurses will meet with you to:
- Pre-admit you for delivery
- Discuss your pain control options
- Determine your birthing preferences and feeding plans
- Tour Crete Area Medical Center and nursery
Online Childbirth Classes
Welcoming a new member into your family is a wonderful, life-changing event. We're here to help you and your family prepare not only for the birth but also for life after baby.
($55 per couple)
Complete the Essentials of Childbirth series from the comfort of your own home! We want to support you by creating a positive experience and learn how you can take an active role in the birth and care of your baby!
Begin your journey through birth and beyond with us in this online version of our family-centered childbirth series.
Topics include:
- Learn about your changing body
- Recognize signs of labor
- Discover helpful comfort techniques
- Get an overview of medical procedures
- Understand cesarean birth
- Prepare for your baby's arrival
- Know what to expect after giving birth
Receive online access to engaging videos, personal birth stories, 3D animations, games and activities over a six-week timeframe. Perfect for PC or Mac users (high-speed internet is recommended).
Login and password information for the e-class will be sent to you in your confirmation email
Learn more and sign up for this online class now!
If you're curious about how our online childbirth class works, take a free demo today.
Contact
Childbirth Education at 402-481-7474 or send an email.
Lactation Support
A certified lactation nurse is available to meet with you after your baby’s birth. This nurse acts as a teacher and counselor to help you understand the basics of lactation and to support your efforts to learn how to breastfeed your baby.
To learn more about lactation, we offer an online course on breastfeeding for $20 per couple. This single-session class emphasizes basic breastfeeding techniques. Bryan lactation consultants will address the breastfeeding cycle, nursing aids and pumps, nursing positions, latch and more. Your spouse/partner is encouraged to attend.
To register for in-person or online class, please visit the Calendar of Events.
Contact
Childbirth Education at 402-481-7474 or send an email.
Hospital Stay & Going Home
You will enjoy a comfortable, newly renovated, private birthing suite for your labor and delivery. An in-room jacuzzi tub is available to help with relaxation and pain control. In the event of a cesarean delivery, a state-of-the-art surgical suite is located just across the hall.
After delivery, you and your family will enjoy a private post-partum recovery room in the Labor and Delivery Suite. When you’re resting, your baby can stay safe and secure in our locked and monitored nursery. We do recommend that you keep baby with you in your room as much as possible to help with breastfeeding and bonding.
Before going home with your baby, you will receive personalized instructions on newborn care. We recommend regular well-child exams with our pediatrician or family care provider to ensure your baby is growing and healthy.
We recently finished our expansion and renovation project to allow a broader range of services and, most important of all, keep critical access and high-quality health care exactly where it belongs: close to home.
Crete Area Medical Center Labor, Delivery, and Recovery Suites Exterior
Crete Area Medical Center Labor and Delivery Room
Crete Area Medical Center Labor and Delivery Bathroom
Crete Area Medical Center Labor and Delivery Post-Partum Room
Crete Area Medical Center Labor, Delivery, Postpartum Suites Nursery
Crete Area Medical Center Nurses' Station
Crete Area Medical Center Crete Clinic Lactation Room
