OBGYN / Labor & Delivery
Maternity & Child Care
We are thrilled to announce that Ridgecrest Regional Hospital (RRH) has
reopened its Labor and Delivery services as of December 1st, 2024
[Full Article].
RRH is now providing prenatal care at our Women’s Health Clinic.
If you are less than 30 weeks pregnant, we welcome you to join our family-centered program.
Prenatal Care Enrollment Steps:
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Fill Out Our Enrollment Form: Start by completing our simple intake form, which you can find here. This helps us understand your needs and begin the evaluation process.
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Nurse Evaluation: Our Women's Health nurse team will evaluate your case and contact you to discuss your care plan and answer any questions.
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Transfer Medical Records: We'll guide you through transferring your medical records to ensure continuity of care.
Important Considerations:
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High-Risk Pregnancies: If any high-risk factors develop during your care, our team will assist with referrals to providers and clinics best equipped to meet your needs.
Why Choose RRH for Your Delivery?
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Experienced Healthcare Professionals: Caring, dedicated, and focused staff trained in obstetrics, pediatrics, and newborn nursery care.
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Individualized Care: Tailored around your family's needs and desires.
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Family-Centered Atmosphere: Rooming-in allows your baby to stay with you; support persons are encouraged to stay.
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Flexible Visiting Hours: Loved ones can be close by in our comfortable waiting room.
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Skin-to-Skin Contact: Provided after birth with minimal interruptions, including for C-section moms in the operating room.
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Natural Birth Options: Available if desired.
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Anesthesia Services: Anesthetists on call for epidurals if you choose.
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Board-Certified Specialists: Obstetricians and pediatricians are available to care for you and your baby.
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Education and Support: We offer a range of educational resources, including prenatal care, breastfeeding support, and postpartum care
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Private Rooms: Four labor and delivery rooms designed in a home-like setting.
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Breastfeeding Excellence: Highest performing hospital in Kern County for breastfeeding rates.
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Security Measures: Specialized security and identification system to protect your newborn.
Our Facilities and Services
Family-Centered Maternity Care
We promote a family-centered atmosphere by encouraging mothers to care
for and bond with their babies through rooming-in. Your support person
is welcome to stay with you throughout labor and delivery.
Labor, Delivery, Recovery, Postpartum Rooms
Our rooms are designed to provide a relaxed, home-like environment. Each
room features modern labor beds, wooden cabinets, a TV/DVD, and a comfortable
chair for your support person. We also provide a bed and meals for your
support person.
The Newborn Stabilization Unit is equipped to stabilize infants with neonatal cardio-respiratory monitors and radiant warmers.
Get in Touch
To establish care for labor & delivery, please fill out the
intake form here.
To inquire or request an appointment at the Women's Health clinic,
please fill out this appointment form
For questions or assistance, call us at (760) 499-3640. We're here to support you every step of the way.
Contact
Women's Health
Phone: (760) 499-3640
Location: D - Outpatient Plaza, Entrance D1 on RRH.org/map
Address: 1011 N. China Lake Blvd., Ridgecrest, CA 93555
Fax: (760) 499 7229
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