Birthplace

Welcome to the Mercy Birthplace

No other experience is as moving and personal as the birth of your baby. At the Mercy Birthplace, we understand how important it is.

 From our nurses and staff members who have provided the expert care for thousands of moms and babies, to our advanced Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, you can expect unsurpassed personalized attention for you and your family combined with high-quality care.

 

Together, the two strengths we proudly call "the Mercy Touch."    

 

We invite you to explore our Web site and discover the comprehensive level of services and programs available to you and your baby. You'll find we've thought of everything—especially for first-time moms who are learning as they go—including:

• Sign up for a tour of the Birthplace See our private and roomy birthsuites firsthand. Ask questions and learn about classes available.
• About the Birthplace  Mercy Birthplace is a state-of-the-art facility, but what really counts? 
• Expectant parent resources  Useful information for your pregnancy adventure.
• What to expect while you’re expecting—and beyond A guide for each stage of pregnancy and after baby is born.
• Advanced newborn care  Mercy’s advanced Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) provides top-level care.
• Classes and services  Mercy Birthplace provides a variety of helpful classes and services for you and your baby.
• MercyMoms Club  Whether you’re an expectant mother, a new mother, or just thinking about having a baby, the MercyMoms Club will be a tremendous help.
• Plan ahead. They grow up fast!Mercy Medical Center is proud to participate in a new program aimed at helping Iowa ’s youngest residents and their families save for college−the Baby 529 College Savings Giveaway. Click here for details and to register your child.