Supporting you through every trimester and beyond. Here are trusted resources to help you feel informed, prepared, and cared for.
Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy
Pelvic floor physical therapy helps strengthen the muscles that support the bladder, uterus, and bowels — especially important during pregnancy and postpartum recovery.
- Urinary leakage
- Pelvic pain or pressure
- Postpartum healing
- Core strength
Learn more at Northside.com
Maternity Classes
Childbirth and parenting classes can help you feel confident and prepared for delivery and newborn care.
- Labor expectations
- Pain management options
- Newborn care basics
- Breastfeeding
Register for classes
Virtual Women's Center Tours
Take a virtual tour to become familiar with your delivery environment before your big day.
Take a virtual tour
Breastfeeding Support
Breastfeeding provides important health benefits for both mother and baby. Support and education can improve success and confidence.
Breastfeeding resources
Northside Baby Bump App
The Northside Baby Bump App offers tools and education throughout your pregnancy journey.
- Weekly pregnancy updates
- Contraction timer
- Kick counter
- Feeding tracker
Download the app
OB Education Add-Ons
Induction of Labor
Labor induction is recommended when it is safer for the baby to be delivered rather than continue the pregnancy. Methods may include medications to soften the cervix or IV medications to stimulate contractions.
Labor Induction | ACOG
Preparing for Cesarean Delivery
A cesarean section (C-section) is sometimes necessary for a safe delivery. Recovery typically involves 4–6 weeks of healing, activity restrictions, and incision care.
Cesarean Birth | ACOG
Additional Instruction Handouts
Your provider may also give you printed instructions for:
- 1-Hour Glucose Challenge Test (GCT)
- Tdap Vaccine in Pregnancy
