Visiting Guidelines
The visitors entrance is at the Main Entrance of the hospital.
7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Seven Days Per Week
Visitor Guidelines During Labor
No More Than Two Support Persons In the Room
- Labor and Delivery — Two support persons are permitted in the room
- C-Sections — One support person is permitted in the room
- No Children Allowed — No minors under the age of 16.
- Support Persons May Not Change — Some procedures will require all visitors to leave the room.
Visitors Should Wait in the Waiting Room
Visitors are not allowed to wait in the hallway for extended periods of time. Visitors should plan to stay in the waiting room, where restrooms, a television, magazines and coffee are available.
No Incoming Phone Calls
Phone calls are not placed to patients in Labor and Delivery to respect the expectant mother's privacy.
I’ll never forget the nurse who volunteered to sit with our 6-year-old so my husband wouldn’t miss the birth of our daughter.
Jennifer
Mother and Patient
Filming and Photography
We make every attempt to accommodate filming or photography during birth. However, we ask you, your family and your friends to follow certain guidelines to ensure safety and privacy for all patients.
Guidelines
Discuss Your Desire to Film With Your Health Care Provider
Talk about your filming plans during your prenatal visits.
Videotaping is NOT Permitted During Procedures
You will not be allowed to take video during exams, the birthing process, Caesarean section deliveries or other direct patient care procedures.
Be Prepared to Stop Filming
If complications arise, your health care provider or charge nurse may stop filming.
Battery-Operated, Handheld Cameras Only
No electrical cords or tripods will be allowed.
No Non-Family Photographers or Extra Video Equipment
Third-party photographers and stand-alone lights are not allowed.
Camera Operators Must Stay in Their Spot
The person operating the camera must be stationary at the head of the bed.
Video in the Recovery Room
Permitted only if approved by a nurse.