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Maternity - New Family Center

At St. Tammany Health System’s New Family Center – which has received the coveted “Baby-Friendly” designation, among numerous other honors – our team of caregivers are well-trained and well-practiced in making sure all of our new parents and new babies feel as comfortable, coddled and cared for as possible on their family’s big day.

WELCOME TO THE FAMILY

As an expectant parent, you’re about to embark on one of life’s most magical journeys.

It’s not at all unusual for new parents to be excited, and perhaps a little anxious, about their new arrivals. But at St. Tammany Health System’s New Family Center – which has received the coveted “Baby-Friendly” designation, among numerous other honors – our team of caregivers are well-trained and well-practiced in making sure all of our new parents and new babies feel as comfortable, coddled and cared for as possible on their family’s big day.

Even before that day arrives, our experienced and highly trained maternity staff will be there to guide you through every step of the process to ensure your birth experience is everything you want it to be.

Among the services and amenities that make the New Family Center the place of choice for new mothers in St. Tammany Parish:

  • Spacious and homelike patient rooms
  • Two surgical suites for those needing a C-section
  • Breastfeeding coaching available
  • Certified lactation consultants on staff
  • Board-certified neonatologists and neonatal nurse practitioners on staff
  • A 14-bed Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
  • Additional classes and resources offered at the STHS Parenting Center

Mission Statement

Our mission is to provide compassionate, personalized care, ensuring a safe and supportive birth experience for every family.  

Vision Statement

Our vision is to be the leading center of excellence in maternal and neonatal care, recognized for our innovative practices, exceptional patient outcomes, and unwavering commitment to family-centered care. We aspire to create a supportive and inclusive environment and every family feels empowered and respected. Through continuous improvement, education, and collaboration, we aim to set the standard of care for labor and delivery services.

New Family Center Tour

Join us for a tour of our New Family Center where you'll discover why St. Tammany Parish Hospital has been the Northshore's top choice for maternal care since 1954.

Tours are available on the first and third Saturday of every month from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. If you have any questions, please call the New Family Center at (985) 898-4436.

Thank you for choosing St. Tammany Health System for your birthing experience – and welcome to the family!

A closer look at some of STHS's related services

A closer look

Want to know more? Click the link below for an overview of what to expect when you come to St. Tammany Health System's New Family Center to welcome your little one, along with tips on what you'll want to do to prepare. (Ask for a physical copy at your doctor's office.)

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First Steps e-Newsletter

Designed to serve as a sort of weekly roadmap for new parents, our free e-mailed First Steps newsletter covers the regular changes you’ll experience from conception to 2 years old, including news, resources and advice from our staff. Subscribe via the link below.

Birth Certificates

St. Tammany Health System is happy to provide copies of a patient’s medical records – including birth certificates for children born in our New Family Center – upon request. Click the button below to find out the steps you need to take to get the process started.

Awards and Accreditations

St. Tammany Health System's Women’s and Children’s Care programs have earned recognition from groups including: