John Hopkins Bayview Medical Center is located at 4940 Eastern Ave, Baltimore, MD 21224.
What providers support deliveries at John Hopkins Bayview Medical Center?
John Hopkins Bayview offers OBGYNs, physicians, certified nurses and mid-wives, perinatologist, neonatologists and lactation consultants to assist you in birth.
Can I take a tour of labor and delivery at John Hopkins Bayview?
Due to COVID-19 in person tours are canceled, you can watch a virtual tour to get to know this hospital and more information.
What options are available during birth at John Hopkins Bayview Medical Center?
Fetal monitoring, anesthesiologists, relaxed breathing techniques are all offered during birth and labor at John Hopkins Bayview.
Can I eat during labor?
We recommend eating prior to arriving at the hospital, and talking to your provider about what they recommend while you’re in labor. Generally, you can expect to be offered a clear liquid diet, that includes things like broth, jello, popsicles and ginger ale.
How many people can be with me in labor?
Due to COVID-19, you are only allowed one visitor in both the labor and delivery and postpartum units. No children will be allowed in Labor & Delivery.
What are my options for cesarean birth?
Due to COVID-19, you will only be allowed a support person in the operating room if you are COVID-19 negative. Your support person screens COVID-19 negative and they live with you.
Is there a lactation consultant at John Hopkins Bayview?
There are board certified lactation consultants available to you as well as breastfeeding classes. Breastfeeding pumps and supply are also offered.
How has COVID19 affected the hospital policies at John Hopkins Bayview Medical Center?
As of November 6, 2020 these are the COVID-19 precautions John Hopkins Bayview is implementing:
At John Hopkins Bayview visitors will be screened for COVID-19, asked to wear an approved face mask as well as following social distance guidelines.
Can I have a doula at John Hopkins Bayview?
Only one support person is allowed to stay during the duration of your visit.
While exploring different hospitals for you and your family be sure to take a look at our childbirth education classes to prepare you for your birth.
