- This document is up to date as of October, 2021
- You can have only one person with you in labor as of 10/1/21. We hope this will increase in the near future.
- You can have one support person in the hospital, and you can bring one with you to clinic.
- You do not need to wear a mask while you are in labor.
- Your partner can not come with you if they have a fever.
- You will be tested for Corona-Virus when you arrive at the hospital, your partner will not.
- Your partner (s) must be over the age of 18. We still are not allowing children into the hospital unless they have medical needs.
Prevention for Pregnant Women
you might have heard this before…….
- Wash your hands
- Wear a mask
- Stay 6 feet away from people you don’t live with
- Do not go to group activities more than is needed for your mental and economic wellbeing
Common questions
If I am positive for Corona virus when I am in labor what happens?
Most experts are recommending that the baby is kept in another room. If you are breast feeding it is done with a shield, mask and gloves.
In the end this is your choice and it depend on how sick you are.
What if my husband/Partner has a fever?
Any visitor with a fever can not enter the hospital. Have a back up in mind.
What are common symptoms of covid and what do I do if I have those symptoms?
Common symptoms in pregnancy are fevers, Stomach upsets, generally not feeling good, many people are asymptomatic. If you have symptoms and are worried you were exposed, give us a call. If you have a primary exposure the health department will call you.
How many people can come with me to the hospital?
We are now allowing everyone to have two visitors when you are delivering a baby and after the baby is here.
It can be any two people. However, they can’t be under 18 yo, and if they have a fever, they can not come in.