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North Carolina

Pregnancy, birth and the first year in North Carolina, in 14 topics: from who runs maternal and child health to what happens at your newborn's screening.

Birthing Choices: Birth Settings

Hospitals

North Carolina hospitals offer family-centered care with private labor, delivery, and recovery rooms. Many also feature advanced amenities and access to specialized neonatal intensive care units (NICUs).

Birth Centers

For those seeking a more natural experience, the birth centers in North Carolina provide low-intervention, midwife-led care in comfortable, and home-like environments.

Home Births

Licensed midwives across the state offer personalized home birth services for families who prefer the privacy and familiarity of their own home. The North Carolina Licensed Midwives Association is a great resource for connecting with certified providers.

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Hospitals, birth centers, doulas, WIC clinics, milk banks and more are listed by county. Enter a ZIP code or city to see yours.