Congratulations, you’re having a baby!
A time for joy, a time for sharing, and a time for togetherness. That's why we encourage an atmosphere of closeness by offering birthing suites and flexible visiting hours. Our mother and baby care allow you to get the most out of your birth experience and the first few hours as a (new) family.
Healthcare Collaboration
Knox Community Hospitals' new building, The Wright Family Medical Pavilion now proudly houses the Ann Schnormeier Center for Birthing Care, the OB/GYN practice as well as pediatrics.
Watch The Gift of Motherhood Online Seminar (Video Included).
Staffed by licensed and credentialed perinatal mental health and healthcare providers, childbirth professionals, and certified peer specialists, the Hotline provides immediate and informed access to support, understanding, brief intervention, and resources to all pregnant, postpartum, and post-loss individuals AND their partners and families.
Call or text anytime to connect with a Hotline counselor for a confidential conversation, support, understanding, and resources. You do not need a diagnosis to reach out for help – we are here for you!
Novii Wireless Fetal Monitors
These monitors allow laboring moms to walk around while we continue to monitor their baby.
Comfortable Rooms
Each suite offers plenty of comfortable space, including a family area designed to feel like home.
Childbirth Classes
Call to register for classes
Lactation Services
Call to register for classes
KCH no longer provides newborn pictures routinely.
You are welcome to bring your camera and/or phone; staff would be happy to take pictures.
Outside photographers are also welcome!
Our beautiful and spacious suites enable mothers and babies to remain in one room throughout labor, delivery, recovery, and postpartum care. These suites offer a home-like setting with a sleeper sofa to accommodate an overnight guest, such as tired new fathers. All the medical equipment is brought to you. You can relax knowing everything is centered around you and your baby.
You will be guided through the learning process of caring for a new baby by our family-focused nursing staff. Our nursing staff has a combined average of 300 years of experience in caring for you and your family.