After the birth of your baby, the baby is placed on your abdomen or under a warmer. The nurse or provider will assess the baby and assign Apgar scores at one and five minutes of age. The Apgar score a...

Your nurse will remain in contact with other members of your healthcare team during your labor. Labor can take many hours, and the nursing staff will support you during this time. Nurse midwives are o...

Upon your arrival, you will be assessed by a nurse who will share information with your provider. This assessment may include: Taking your vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respiration r...

Cesarean section delivery is a surgical procedure used to deliver a baby through incisions in the mother's abdomen and uterus. A C-section might be planned ahead of time if you develop pregnancy compl...

How do you know when it's time to come to the hospital? Sometimes every little ache and pain seems like the "real thing." Expect false alarms. Remember, no one knows for sure what triggers labor, and ...

The best protection for your child in a vehicle crash is a properly secured child safety seat. However, buying and installing the correct seat for your child can be confusing. Car crashes are the lead...

OB-GYNs do not provide care for children. Because of this, you will need to choose a provider for your baby. Choose from Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine or Family Medicine providers. Consi...

Being prepared for your stay at the hospital will make it a more comfortable experience for you, as well as your support person and newborn, and the baby's sibling(s). Here are some items that you sho...

Childbirth Education classes and parenting resources are offered in La Crosse. Search the Classes & Events section of the Mayo Clinic Health System website for local class dates, conference r...

The Urology team in La Crosse, Wisconsin, specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions of the male and female urinary tract, and male reproductive system. The team believes in treating you with c...