Preparing for Your Hospital Stay

Bringing a baby into the world is a miraculous event, deserving the best care and planning. A HealthEast, we share your excitement, and take incredible pride in our staff and facilities.

Complete a pre-registration form

Before your hospital stay, please complete a pre-registration form. You can either:

Fill out and submit the form online
Complete and send in the paper version you get from your clinic

Both the online and paper forms collect the same information.

We suggest that you consult your insurance company to determine your benefits and any pre-authorization requirements.

Write out your birth plan

A birth plan is a listing of the choices and preferences you and your partner have about labor, birth and your hospital stay.

Give a copy of your birth plan to your doctor or midwife and bring a copy to the hospital. The staff will work to follow your plan. However it's important to remember that your safety and your baby’s safety is their priority. Depending on the course of your labor, some of your requests may not be possible.

Click here for a sample birth plan

Where to go and what to bring

As you pack your bag, review a checklist of items to bring to the hospital. You don't want to forget the camera! Choose a hospital below to find out where to go in the hospital and what to bring: