The Birth Place

We are excited you have chosen to have your baby at Wyoming Medical Center. Our goal is to provide you and your family with exceptional care during your stay. We’re here to see that you have a wonderful birthing experience. We take pride in knowing that since 1911, our hospital has been the place where Natrona County families have been born. We’re here to serve you.

At the Birth Place, babies are born into a warm and loving environment, supported by the reassurance of skilled nursing and medical staff and special care nurseries. In addition to providing superior medical care with state of-the-art equipment, our maternity staff has the sensitivity and training to assure that you and your family receive the individual attention you deserve.

You also have many anesthesia alternatives with our 24-hour anesthesia availability. We know this is important to you. Your options include different levels of medications, and, of course, natural childbirth. During normal deliveries, you may choose regional anesthesia such as an epidural or intrathecal which allows you to remain awake with comfort during the birth experience. Doses are limited during labor and delivery to avoid depression of the baby at birth. As soon as your newborn arrives, our admitting nurse assesses your baby’s health and determines any potential special needs. You will receive a complimentary birth certificate with footprints.

To ensure the safety of babies at Wyoming Medical Center, security measures have been enacted at The Birth Place.

Patients and visitors must gain access into the unit through a phone system.

All Birth Place staff has special name badges and photo ID's which enable the new parents to easily identify the staff member caring for their baby.

A seperate ID band system is also worn by the mother and one other person she has choosen who may pick up the baby from the nursery.

Happily, in today’s world, most babies are born without difficulties. Most of the over 1,000 babies born at Wyoming Medical Center each year arrive at home without complications. However, it is reassuring to know that if a problem does arise, our nurses and doctors are ready for the unexpected. We want you to know that by having your baby at Wyoming Medical Center, you’ll know you are giving your child the best possible start in life.

When you arrive at the hospital, we want to make your stay as comfortable as possible. Here are a few things you can expect during your stay.