Labor and Delivery Services in Amarillo, TX
The obstetricians and maternity care physicians at the BSA Hazel and Ross Wilson Women’s Center are committed to providing mothers in Amarillo, TX with exceptional labor and delivery services. Our maternity center offers a wide range of prenatal, maternity, and postpartum services, including birthing classes, compassionate care from certified midwives, and breastfeeding education and support. We also have a high-risk pregnancy unit and a Level III neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) for babies that need extra attention after they are born. When you’re planning for a baby, you can count on our maternity care team to ensure you receive the highest quality care possible for the entire family.
Features of Our Birthing Center
Our maternity care team puts your safety and comfort first to ensure you have as stress-free a delivery as possible. We understand how special it is to bring a new baby into your family, which is why we offer a wide range of services to guarantee your comfort and complete care throughout your labor and delivery. Our Level II state-designated maternity facility features many amenities to make this possible, including:
- 24/7 in-house anesthesia services
- 50” Smart TVs
- Delayed cord clamping
- Lactation support
- Large soaker tubs
- Opioid-free pain management options
- Peanut balls for labor
- Private, home-like birthing rooms
- State-of-the-art labor beds
- Welcome doula support
- Wireless fetal monitoring
At the BSA Hazel and Ross Wilson Women’s Center, every birthing suite is private and all-inclusive, with private bathrooms and comfortable queen-sized beds. We also offer a high-risk pregnancy unit on site for women who are experiencing pregnancy complications and need a higher level of care. To aid in the labor process, our facility has an on-site newborn nursery, and we promote bonding practices after birth such as skin to skin contact, golden hour bonding, delayed bathing, delayed cord clamping and couplet care.
Cesarean (C-section) births take place in one of our surgical suites located just steps away from the birthing suites. BSA is the first hospital in Amarillo to offer C-section delivery for expectant moms without opioid painkillers. For an opioid-sparing delivery, physicians still use medication for pain management, but there are fewer unwanted side effects. This means decreased bloating, less constipation and a faster recovery time for mothers. After a C-section, patients and families are taken to one of our Birthing Suites to spend time with their new baby and receive post-partum care.
Schedule a Tour
Ready to see how BSA fits into your birth plan? We provide expectant mothers free, guided tours of our maternity center and a slice of our famous chocolate cake for those who attend. To schedule a tour, please call 806-212-BABY (2229) and learn how we’re here to make this journey as smooth and special as it can be.
Introducing the OB Hospitalist Group at BSA Health System
BSA Health System is proud to announce the launch of our new OB Hospitalist Group, dedicated to providing exceptional care for pregnant women and those who have recently given birth. Our team of highly skilled, hospital-based OB/GYN physicians is committed to ensuring that mothers receive comprehensive, timely, and expert medical attention during their hospital stays.
Why Choose Our OB Hospitalist Group?
Emergencies can occur at any time, and our OB Hospitalists are here to add an extra layer of safety and expertise. They work alongside your regular OB/GYN, serving as an extension of your doctor’s care. This collaborative approach ensures that you receive the support you need, even if your physician is unavailable during delivery.
Comprehensive Care for Our Community
Our OB Hospitalist Group provides a host of benefits, including:
- 24/7 Availability: Our team is always on-site, ready to respond to the needs of mothers and newborns around the clock.
- Improved Safety Outcomes: By having dedicated OB Hospitalists, we aim to reduce perinatal safety events and cesarean deliveries, enhancing the overall care experience.
- Expert Emergency Care: In the case of unexpected complications, our board-certified OB Hospitalists are well-equipped to manage any situation, from elevated blood pressure to necessary surgical interventions.
- Support for All Patients: Our team is available to provide quality care even for patients without an assigned obstetrician, ensuring that everyone has access to expert services.
- Seamless Communication: We prioritize effective communication with your primary obstetrician to review medical records and birth plans, ensuring that your delivery preferences are honored.
At BSA Health System, our mission is to provide quality healthcare in Christian love, service and dignity. The OB Hospitalist Group represents our commitment to improving maternal health and ensuring a positive experience for every family. Whether you are managing your pregnancy with a personal physician or need assistance in this critical time, our OB Hospitalist Group is here to provide the expert care you and your family deserve.
Our newborn nursery
BSA is the only hospital in Amarillo with a newborn nursery. While mom and baby share the same room after delivery to help strengthen the bond between them, our nurses are happy to care for your baby in the nursery when you would like a break or want some undisturbed rest. Our nursery is conveniently located just steps down the hall. Our 24/7 Newborn Nursery is staffed with a registered nurse. Here, we provide comprehensive newborn treatment, including delayed bathing and Congenital Cardiac Heart Defect (CCHD) screening.
At BSA, our goal is to support you every step of the way on your journey to motherhood. With our personalized care and dedicated newborn nursery, you can feel confident knowing both you and your baby are in the best hands possible.
Level III Neonatal ICU
In the event your baby is born prematurely or needs extra attention after they are born, our Level III NICU will provide compassionate care and expertise you can depend on. Leading the way, the BSA NICU was the second NICU in Texas and the first in the Texas Panhandle to earn designation as a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care service provider from the Texas Department of State Health Services.
As a Level III NICU, BSA provides expert care for newborns who need highly specialized treatment, including babies with low birth weight and babies born as early as 22 weeks. Amenities offered by the BSA NICU include:
- 24-hour in-house coverage by specialized personnel
- An average nurse to patient ratio of 1:2
- Board-certified neonatologists and neonatal nurse practitioners
- Focus on family-centered care
- Highly-trained registered nurses to care for your baby
- NICView cameras to allow parents real-time access to their infant
- Parent rooms for rooming with your baby
- Personalized care and parent education
- State-of-the-art technology
Our neonatologists provide comprehensive support after your baby’s discharge from our NICU, providing referrals, consultations, and an annual NICU reunion party for your little one.
We also offer a NICU transport team that is available 24/7 to fly to rural communities to safely transport premature babies to the hospital. Our transport team is composed of a specialized NICU flight nurse, a NICU respiratory therapist, and Apollo flight crew members. Our NICU transportation team’s airplane is equipped with the ventilators, monitors, IV pumps, medication, and a warming isolette with the only high-frequency oscillatory ventilator in the region.
In addition, our maternity center is equipped with a newborn nursery. While mom and baby may share the same room after delivery to help strengthen the bond between them, our nurses are happy to care for your baby in the nursery when you would like a break or some undisturbed rest. Our nursery is conveniently located just steps down the hall.
Childbirth Classes, Lactation Support, and Car Seat Installation
As the birth of your baby gets closer, it’s common to have anxiety and lots of questions. Our childbirth education classes are designed to provide you with knowledge and skills to decrease any nervousness you may have about the process of labor, breastfeeding, and caring for your baby once you get home from the hospital. All classes offered are free of charge. Learn more about our available classes and check out our Getting Ready for Baby Guide.
Our Women’s Center also offers 24/7 lactation support. This includes breastfeeding classes both before birth and support after, with outpatient visits and weekly in-person breastfeeding support groups. Our specialized team of certified lactation nurses provide assistance to new moms at BSA so even after going home, our lactation consultants are just a phone call away on our Breastfeeding Hotline.
BSA Health System is proud to have five nationally certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians who can assist parents in properly installing children’s car seats. They are certified by Safe Kids Worldwide using curriculum by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Car seat installation and checks are now available at BSA Hospital by appointment only. To schedule an appointment, please call 806-212-BABY (2229). On the day of your appointment, please park under the front entrance awning and call 806-212-BABY (2229) to let them know you have arrived. Your certified safety technician will come outside to meet you.