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

Birthing Choices: Birth Settings

Hospitals

Ohio hospitals offer family-centered maternity care with private labor, delivery, and recovery (LDR) rooms designed for comfort and safety. Many hospitals also provide access to neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) and on-site lactation support.

Birth Centers

Birth centers in Ohio provide a home-like, low-intervention setting for pregnancy and childbirth, supported by certified nurse-midwives. These centers focus on natural birth experiences and personalized care plans.

Home Births

Licensed and certified midwives across Ohio support home births for families seeking a more intimate and familiar environment. Midwives follow safety protocols and collaborate with hospitals when needed for transfers.

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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.