Birthing Center

Watch our video tour below and see why Ridgeview’s Birthing Center stands out among birthing centers throughout the Twin Cities and beyond.

Ridgeview’s Birthing Center is a special place to deliver your baby. It’s a beautiful, nurturing and inviting setting where mom and baby are supported by an experienced team of providers who genuinely care that you receive the very best birthing experience — unique to your individual desires.

You’re more than a patient; you’re treated like family.

Ridgeview’s Birthing Center Features

• Six birthing suites with full-sized bathtubs, supporting the option to labor and deliver in water (aided by certified nurse midwives)
• 18 private "spa-like" postpartum suites with hotel-like décor and amenities
• Breastfeeding guidance and follow-up support by nationally-recognized lactation specialists
• Concierge room service for lactation supplies
• Advanced technology for fetal monitoring and infant security

• Enhanced Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) for fragile infants needing more advanced care

• Gift shop located on the main floor near the hospital entrance

Family-Centered Cesarean Deliveries

Ridgeview offers the option for a family-centered cesarean delivery for women who have planned and/or scheduled cesarean deliveries. Mothers can view the birth through a clear drape with immediate skin-to-skin contact with baby — promoting early bonding and enhancing the surgical experience.

Options for Pain Relief

Ridgeview offers choices for pain relief — including nitrous oxide. Other alternatives include: epidural, IV pain medicine and hydrotherapy (shower or bath tub). Women who choose nitrous oxide can also later request an epidural or other pain relief.