Babies arrive on their own schedule, and it helps to know expert care is close by. At Kapiʻolani Medical Center for Women & Children, doctors who specialize in newborn care are on-site 24 hours a day.

As Hawaiʻi’s only maternity, newborn, and pediatric specialty hospital, Kapiʻolani has cared for generations of families and welcomed babies into the world for more than 100 years.

You can learn what to expect when you choose Kapiʻolani for care during pregnancy, birth, and the days after your baby arrives.

Expecting a baby is a very special and exciting time. It can also be filled with many questions, lots of stress, and a little worry.

We offer expert-led classes, resources, and specialty services to help address common concerns and issues so that your pregnancy can progress as smoothly as possible.

Preparing for Your Stay at Kapiʻolani

Complete the pre-registration form to prepare for your baby’s delivery.

Classes

Enroll in a childbirth education or infant care class.

Maternity Tour

Sign up for a free maternity tour today and see why Kapiʻolani is the preferred choice on Oʻahu for women and their babies.

Baby Kit [link]

Download this free booklet of important information about what to expect before, during and after your delivery at Kapiʻolani.

Fetal Diagnostic Center

Our Fetal Diagnostic Center provides comprehensive diagnostic tests and management for high-risk pregnancies, as well as screening and testing for expectant mothers with uncomplicated pregnancies. Our team of maternal-fetal medicine (MFM) specialists, sonographers, genetic counselors, clinical nurses and certified diabetic educators is dedicated to helping mothers deliver the healthiest baby possible.

When the big day arrives, we're happy to welcome you to our delivery and postpartum units. We appreciate the privilege of taking care of you and your family during this special time.

We hope your visit with us will be joyful. We are committed to always providing you and your family the very best care.

Maternity Tour Checklist [PDF link]

A downloadable checklist to prepare before, during and after delivery at Kapiʻolani.

Kapiʻolani Medical Center for Women & Children Map [PDF link]

What to Expect During Your Stay at Kapiʻolani Medical Center

What new parents can expect during their stay in the Mother Baby Care Unit.

Feeding and Diapering Log (Kapiʻolani | Wilcox)

Download and print this form to keep track of your baby’s feeding and diapering schedule.

Mother Baby Care Unit Discharge List

Checklist of tasks to do before you and your baby leave the Kapiʻolani Mother Baby Care Unit.

OB-GYNs at University Women's Health at Pali Momi Medical Center provide women with compassionate, personalized care during pregnancy, childbirth, and recovery after birth.

Our care team can help coordinate prenatal genetic counseling when needed.

Straub Benioff's board-certified OB-GYNs provide women with compassionate, personalized care during pregnancy, childbirth, and recovery after birth.

For generations, families on Kauaʻi have trusted Wilcox Medical Center for maternity and newborn care.

Our Women and Infants’ Health Unit supports you and your family through pregnancy, childbirth, and the first days with your baby. Care may include childbirth education, breastfeeding support, labor care, and newborn care.

Your dedicated team will work with you and your doctor to create a birth plan that reflects your needs and preferences, including whether an epidural is right for you. Our nurses are trained to care for parents and newborns during delivery and after birth.

Wilcox is also recognized with a Blue Distinction+ designation in Maternity Care, which honors hospitals that provide safe, high-quality maternity care.

Register online for our free Childbirth & Parent Education Class.

Pre-delivery consultations are also available, including breastfeeding support and proper breast pump flange sizing. For more information, call 808-245-1441.

Labor, delivery, and recovery happen in one comfortable private suite. Each suite includes a birthing bed, television, Echo Dot for music, and a private bathroom with a shower. Wireless fetal monitoring is also available in case you want the option to walk and move around while your care team continues to monitor you and your baby.

Your suite has the equipment needed to support your birth, including care for higher-risk situations. A surgical suite is nearby if a Cesarean birth is needed.

If you need more specialized care, your team can connect you with maternal-fetal medicine specialists at Kapiʻolani Medical Center for Women & Children.

During labor and delivery, a labor nurse will care for you and help guide you through the process. After your baby is born, your newborn will receive an ID band that matches yours. Your care team will also share helpful tips as you begin caring for and bonding with your baby.

After delivery, you and your baby will stay together in a private postpartum room. This is called rooming-in, and it can help you learn your baby’s routines and feel more comfortable caring for them. Halo bassinets are available to support safe, family-centered care while keeping your baby close.

If you choose to breastfeed, a lactation consultant is available to help you and your baby get started.

To celebrate your baby’s arrival, new parents are also treated to a complimentary stork dinner after delivery.

After you go home, you may receive a follow-up call from a nurse within 24 hours to answer questions and offer support.