Every pregnancy is a story — yours is one of a kind. We’re here to listen, support and guide you with expert care that’s specific to you. As the only Baby-Friendly® hospital in the region, we’re experts at caring for new moms and their newborns. Everything we do — from the science to the support — is here to help you feel strong, informed and truly cared for.
Every pregnancy is a story — yours is one of a kind. We’re here to listen, support and guide you with expert care that’s specific to you. As the only Baby-Friendly® hospital in the region, we’re experts at caring for new moms and their newborns. Everything we do — from the science to the support — is here to help you feel strong, informed and truly cared for.
Ashley’s nursing team cared for her and her son Enzo during his 89-day NICU stay.
A birth experience built around you.
Patient-led care
Whether you prefer midwives or a traditional birth setting, we’re here to help based on your preferences and what works best for you.
Dedicated support
From the moment you arrive, one dedicated nurse will be by your side — coaching, supporting and celebrating every step with you.
High-risk capabilities
No matter how complex, our nationally recognized Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit wraps your precious newborn in expert, loving care.
Maximized comfort
We offer full room-service meals, a walking corridor, whirlpool tub, shower, pain medication and/or epidural anesthesia.
Family-focused
We care about your entire family’s physical and emotional well-being, which is why we offer families a private atmosphere and personalized care.
Education & empowerment
We have the resources to support you with everything from relaxation techniques to lactation services and more.
A birth experience that starts with your voice.
Your birth, your way. Here, you define your unique birthing journey, with our maternity care supporting you as partners at every step.
Traditional labor
and delivery
At St. Joseph’s Hospital, you, your baby and family are an integral part of our “Family-Centered Maternity Care.” We focus on personal birth choices and comfort in an environment where bonding with your baby is easily facilitated.
Midwifery
Our skilled midwives work with you to create a collaborative experience that’s centered around trust, communication and a natural approach to birth. Midwives are specially trained as advanced practice providers, and all of our midwives have a nursing background.
Your best health is our specialty.
We’re recognized for delivering leading care that women trust. Our awards show our commitment to expert, patient-centered care.
Baby-Friendly® Hospital*
Supporting moms and babies with trusted, evidence-based care, backed by UNICEF and WHO.
*by Baby-Friendly USA, Inc.
Women’s Choice Award® for Obstetrics
Awarded for trust, quality and compassionate maternity care — based on what matters most to women.
Safe Sleep Hospital Certification
Expert guidance on safe sleep practices, ensuring your baby’s well-being and your peace of mind.
*by Cribs for Kids®
Choose a care team that’s right for you.
You’ll feel it from the start: our team is here for you, your baby and your whole story — not just your delivery day.
Experienced, dedicated practitioners
Our team is made up of professionals with specialized knowledge of perinatal best practices.
Experienced, dedicated practitioners
Our team is made up of professionals with specialized knowledge of perinatal best practices.
Gynecology
Personalized care for your unique needs, from reproductive health to menopause.
We hear the needs of the whole family.
Family is everything — our accommodations and services prioritize keeping you, your partner and newborn close together.
Our family-focused offerings:
- “Kangaroo care”: We prioritize skin-to-skin contact between you and your precious new baby.
- Lactation and breastfeeding: We strongly encourage lactation and breastfeeding, with specialized staff on standby in case there’s a learning curve.
- Mother-Baby Unit: For maximum bonding, you and your infant are kept together in the same room until discharge.
- Family bonding: Your partner is welcome to stay overnight — we provide a sleeping area, meals and free parking.
- Couplet care: Also known as parent-baby nursing, you’ll step into your role as parents with expert guidance — and a nurse who’s focused on just you and your baby.
- NICU bonding: We’ve designed our NICU to be more welcoming to facilitate bonding when there are complications.
LeveL III NICU
Our NICU provides comprehensive care for critically ill newborns to help your infant grow strong and healthy.
Resources for new and expectant mothers.
Maternity Fetal Medicine
We offer consultations for maternal medical comorbidities; fetal concerns and complications; and more.
Support services
We continue care after discharge, including lactation consulting, bereavement support and more.
Get a free in-person tour of our Labor & Delivery and Mother-Baby Units at St. Joseph’s Health Hospital.
Questions? Excited? A little nervous?
We’re here for all of it. Get in touch with our maternity care team — we can’t wait to support you.
Locations
St. Joseph’s Health Hospital – The Birth Place
301 Prospect Avenue
Fifth Floor
Syracuse, NY 13203
1.315.448.5399
St. Joseph’s Physicians Primary Care Center Main/OBGYN
101 Union Avenue
7th floor Physicians Office Building
Syracuse, NY 13203
1.315.703.5200