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The Nesting Place is a 13-bed unit designed for modified mother and baby care, sometimes called couplet care. After delivery, first-time moms are encouraged to move from the LDR into the newly renovated Nesting Place. This is an ideal setting for “nesting” or rooming-in with your new baby. In the Nesting Place, one nurse cares for both mother and baby, enhancing the communication process. As long as your baby’s condition is stable you may keep your baby with you at all times. Our rooming-in policy allows you to care for your baby and to continue the bonding process. Typically, your baby will return to the nursery only for a physician examination or a procedure.
While in the hospital, your nurse will give you a birth certificate and social security worksheet from the S.C. Department of Environmental Control (DHEC). You will need to complete this information before you leave the hospital and return it to your nurse. Palmetto Health Baptist cannot issue birth certificates. To obtain a copy of your baby’s birth certificate, you will need to send an $12 fee for the first copy and $3 for any additional copies requested at the same time to Richland County's Vital Records Office. The Vital Records Office staff asks that you wait two months from your baby’s birth before requesting the birth certificate. You may obtain the certificate in person or by mailing the birth certificate application you receive at the time of discharge or by submitting a written letter with the following information...
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If you have questions, please call the Richland County Vital Records Office at (803) 576-2939.
Your child should always be in your direct vision. If you need to leave your room or plan to go to sleep, alert your nurse to take your baby to the nursery for safe keeping. Please alert us if you have any questions or concerns. We are always available to assist you with your needs. Our childbirth education program is designed to meet your special education needs and prepare you and your family for your pregnancy, birth, and parenting experience. Each class description lists the time of pregnancy that we recommend you take the class. CLASSES FILL QUICKLY SO PLEASE REGISTER EARLY! Payment must accompany all class registrations. Class registrations can be taken over the phone once payment has been received. Refund Policy: You must cancel five (5) working days prior to class date in order to receive a refund. You will not receive a refund after the scheduled class date.
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When to Register: First Trimester When to Attend: Third Trimester Time: 10:00 am-12:30 pm or 1:00- 3:30 pm Fee: $15 per person/couple Click here to register online (Click the calendar date for the event you wish to attend). Diabetes and Pregnancy Tours of the Birthplace Lactation Center Open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. When to Register: Immediately When to Attend: First or Second Trimester Time: 6:30-9:00 pm Fee: $15 per couple Click here to register online (Click the calendar date for the event you wish to attend). Family Affair When to Register: First Trimester When to Attend: Third Trimester Time: Saturdays, 9:30-11:00 am Fee: $10 per child Click here to register online (Click the calendar date for the event you wish to attend). Refresher for Prepared Childbirth When to Register: First Trimester When to Attend: Third Trimester Time: Saturday, 10:00 am- 1:00 pm Fee: $20 per person/couple Click here to register online (Click the calendar date for the event you wish to attend). Infant and Child CPR *Class NOT for certification purposes. Click here to register online (Click the calendar date for the event you wish to attend).Preparation for Childbirth Special Instructions: This class is only open to those expectant parents planning to deliver at Palmetto Baptist as some of the information is pertinent only to those patients. Each series of classes includes approximately 12 hours of instruction and is offered four weeks (3 hours per night), six weeks(2 hours per night) or on a weekend. Wear comfortable clothes and bring two pillows with you the first night of class. When to Register: First Trimester When to Attend: Third Trimester- You should complete your classes three to four weeks before your due date. Fee: $60 per couple Click here to register online (Click the calendar date for the event you wish to attend). Baby 101 When to Register: First Trimester When to Attend: Third Trimester Fee: $15 per couple Click here to register online (Click the calendar date for the event you wish to attend).
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The experienced staff at The Birthplace of Palmetto Health Baptist delivers more than 3,000 babies each year in a Labor, Delivery, Recovery, Postpartum (LDRP) unit designed for the convenience and privacy of mothers. There are 20 beautiful and spacious private birthing rooms that feature birthing beds (where mothers labor and deliver their babies), whirlpool baths and sleeper chairs for overnight guests. The convenience and privacy of a birthing suite allows you to get comfortable in one room and remain there for your entire hospital stay if space permits. There also are 29 beautifully decorated, postpartum rooms that emphasize the special needs of a new mother. If you wish, you may choose to keep your baby in your room from the time of birth until it’s time to go home.
The safety and security of you and your child is of utmost importance to us at Palmetto Health Baptist . Many steps have been taken to assure your safety. Your nurse will instruct you about these steps during your admission process. 
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