Birth Services

Breastfeeding Support

Our international board-certified lactation consultants are on hand to help new moms of all babies – normal newborns and those who are in the NICU. The benefits of breastfeeding are well proven, but even more so for premature or critically ill infants.

Breastfeeding can seem difficult for a new mom, but even more so if baby is not strong enough to try to breastfeed. Our team of experienced lactation consultants is here to help with guidance, reliable information, and support. Most of all, this team is specially trained in the unique needs of fragile infants and their mothers.

The Hospital has received the Care Award from the International Board of lactation Consultant Examiners. This award recognizes accomplishments as a facility that hires international board-certified lactation consultants with a dedicated lactation program, an initiative that protects, promotes and supports breastfeeding. Children’s Hospital of San Antonio provides breastfeeding training for staff.

Baby Academy 

At The Children’s Hospital of San Antonio, a commitment to teaching is part of our mission and ensures that our patients and their families are well informed about their health and health care options. That’s why we offer a complete series of childbirth education courses in both English and Spanish, taught by highly trained and certified professionals. Our Baby Academy is designed to help you prepare for – and achieve – a memorable birthing experience.

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Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

Our NICU is a 45-bed, Level IV Nursery providing both intensive and intermediate care to critically ill infants requiring medical and/or surgical intervention.

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Neonatal Emergency Transport Team

Any baby born in South Texas has quick access to the state-of-the-art care at the Children’s Hospital of San Antonio with the Neonatal Emergency Transport Team. Available 24/7 to transport critical infants and children via air or ground, each team consists of a registered nurse and a respiratory therapist. These dedicated teams transport more than 800 patients each year from a 90-county area and more than 50 local regional hospitals and clinics.

Physicians can call 1.877.ALL.KIDZ (1.877.255.5439) to request a transport

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