Complete care for pregnancy and birth close to home
At Maimonides Health, we care for you at every stage of life. Pregnancy can be one of the most exciting times. It’s also a time when you will have plenty of healthcare needs. We’re here to support you from the moment you discover you’re expecting.
Our expert obstetrics (pregnancy and birth) team provides compassionate and complete care for a safe, healthy pregnancy. We’re committed to giving you the labor and delivery experience you want. We want to make your child’s birth as memorable as possible.
The Maimonides difference
Maimonides has a rich history of serving Brooklyn’s diverse community for more than 100 years. Our multidisciplinary team of board-certified, fellowship-trained physicians, midwives, doulas, and lactation consultants continue that proud tradition. We help patients of all ages and backgrounds have healthy, successful pregnancies and births. Together, we deliver and care for thousands of babies every year.
We know your pregnancy and birth process will be unique. That’s why we use advanced imaging and leading-edge diagnostics to monitor you and your baby. It’s also why we offer a wide range of delivery options and services. Thanks to the expertise of our specialists, we have one of the lowest rates of Cesarean section (C-section) deliveries in the country. And we have one of the highest rates of vaginal births after a C-section (VBACs).
A Regional Perinatal Center—safe, specialty care for high-risk pregnancies
Your safety and well-being are our top priority. That focus—and our innovative approach to maternal–fetal medicine (MFM) care —earned Maimonides recognition as a New York State Regional Perinatal Center. This designation means we have the resources to deliver the highest level of complex care, including a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).
Alongside our expert OB/GYNs, we bring together a multidisciplinary team of cardiologists, neonatal care experts, radiologists, and surgeons. They specialize in caring for patients with high-risk pregnancies. We use the most advanced technologies to treat pregnancy complications like fetal brain, heart, and spine disorders.
The compassionate, sophisticated pre-pregnancy care you need
Your successful pregnancy starts with your best pre-pregnancy health. Helping you prepare to start or grow your family matters to us.
During a preconception assessment, our providers complete a physical exam and run lab tests to tell us if you have any health problems that may affect you or your baby. We also review your personal and family medical histories. And we can offer genetic testing to determine if you or your partner has an inherited condition that may impact your pregnancy.
Sometimes, it can be difficult to conceive. If you’re struggling to get pregnant, we offer comprehensive fertility care services.
“I received good care. The doctor, nurses, all of them really care. They took care of me, and they took care of the baby. I would recommend any friend or family member go here.”
“I would like to comment that the service was incredible—for me and the baby. The food, too, was really top-notch. I also got extra help on the side with lactation and taking care of the baby.”
Personalized pregnancy care from conception to birth and beyond
Every pregnancy is different. As your healthcare partner, we’re committed to delivering advanced care to protect you and your baby during and after pregnancy. We make it easy to access these services in our convenient outpatient settings.
We offer a full range of prenatal tests and services in our Early Pregnancy Assessment Center (EPAC) to monitor your baby’s well-being. If test results show you need more complex care, our maternal–fetal medicine experts can deliver more complicated, specialized services.
At every step, our goal is to ensure your labor and delivery in our Maimonides Stella and Joseph Payson Birthing Center is safe and follows the plan you have for the birth of your child. Our mother–baby unit and newborn nursery help you relax and bond with your baby after birth. We offer deluxe private maternity rooms for added convenience and a little indulgence. The spacious room is the perfect place to bond with your baby and connect with your loved ones as you celebrate the newest member of your family. Insurance does not cover these rooms. You may request one when you arrive at Maimonides.
Some babies require specialized medical attention after birth. Our NICU provides advanced, around-the-clock care from a team of highly trained neonatologists and pediatric specialists.
Once your little one arrives, our lactation consultants can give gentle guidance to make breastfeeding easier. We also offer postpartum pelvic floor therapy to help your body recover after giving birth.