Duke offers a number of specialized programs and services especially for expectant and new parents, including:

Childbirth
Comprehensive, patient-centered care is the cornerstone of the labor and delivery experience at Duke.

Education and Support
A wide variety of ongoing classes and groups address issues related to pregnancy, childbirth, and the post-partum period.

Midwifery Services
Duke Midwifery Service provides gynecologic, maternity, contraceptive, and primary care to women.

Lactation Services
Certified lactation consultants help new moms and their babies get the hang of breastfeeding.