Women's Services

MothersFirst Maternity Service

SERVICES

 

Whether you are currently pregnant or are planning a pregnancy, you have unique health care requirements during this special time. You are in the right hands at Northside Hospital, the leader in delivering and providing personalized care for mothers and babies.

 

 

Nutritional Consultations

 

Nutrition is especially important when you are expecting. Our certified nutritionists specialize in nutrition during the many stages of pregnancy. From prenatal to postpartum, we can develop a customized diet plan to meet your nutritional needs.

 

Atlanta and Alpharetta: (404) 851-6023

Forsyth: (770) 844-3274

Cherokee: (678) 493-1501

Gestational Diabetes Program

 

 Our comprehensive approach for managing gestational diabetes includes nutritional assistance, individualized meal plans, glucose monitoring tools and educational resources. Certified Diabetes Educators work with you and your physician to create  personalized diabetes management program.

 

Atlanta, Forsyth & Alpharetta: (404) 851-6023

Cherokee: (678) 493-1501

Lactation Consultations

 

Northside’s Lactation Program is one of the most comprehensive in the country. Our certified consultants provide advice and assistance to help you and your baby enjoy the rewards of breastfeeding.

 

Atlanta, Forsyth & Alpharetta: (404) 303-3329

Cherokee: (770) 720-5100

Center for Perinatal Medicine

 

This Center offers nationally recognized expertise and innovation in perinatology, obstetrics, radiology and pediatrics. High-risk mothers can receive diagnostic sonography, fetal heart rate monitoring, interventional procedures or genetics counseling. Locations: Northside Hospital-Atlanta, Northside Hospital-Forsyth and Johns Creek.

 

For more information, call (404) 851-8988 - Atlanta

                                      (770) 292-2942 - Forsyth

                                      (770) 667-4240 - Alpharetta

                                      (770) 622-1141 - Johns Creek

High-Risk Perinatal Unit

 

Northside Hospital-Atlanta offers a 34-bed high-risk perinatal unit where all caregivers specialize in high-risk and multiple pregnancies.  High-tech equipment monitors mothers and babies. Special features such as music/relaxation classes, certified pet visitation, and boredom busters help to ease bed-rest stays.

 

 

Special-Care Nurseries

 

Northside Hospital-Atlanta offers a Level III Nursery and Northside Hospital - Forsyth and Northside Hospital-Cherokee offer a Level II Nursery for babies who require out-of-the-ordinary attention. Each year Northside cares for more than 1,500 special babies, which provides insight and experience in understanding both the medical and emotional needs of babies and parents.