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CHRISTUS Labor and Delivery in Longview, TX

Birthing Services, Lactation Support, NICU, and OB Emergency Care

903-315-2000 Find an OB-GYN

CHRISTUS Labor and Delivery

Experience compassionate care and support throughout your birthing experience. CHRISTUS in Longview offers family-centered, comprehensive care to expecting moms and their families. Get personalized care before, during, and after birth with our skilled team of experts.

Our team is highly trained to give the most complete care and comfort possible—from helping you through a safe delivery to breastfeeding, and beyond.

Our Longview Location

CHRISTUS Good Shepherd Medical Center - Longview

700 E. Marshall Avenue
Longview, TX 75601

903-315-2000

Personalized Birth Experience

CHRISTUS labor and delivery was designed for comfort and peace of mind so you can focus on the most important thing: your new baby. Experience East Texas’ leading Level III maternal facilities, including:

  • East Texas' first OB Emergency Department
  • East Texas' first Level III NICU
  • Specialized inpatient and outpatient lactation consultants
  • Private, comfortable birthing suites
  • A labor tub (with prior approval from provider)
  • Couplet care for mom and baby in the same room
  • Sleeping accommodations for your support person
  • Celebratory meals for mom and support person after birth
  • Texas Ten Step program

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Our OB-GYNs are trained and educated in the most up-to-date labor and support techniques. Meet a CHRISTUS OB-GYN near you and prepare for a safe, memorable birth experience.

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A Collaborative Team of Experts

Our providers work together to provide exceptional, compassionate care so you can focus on you and your baby’s well-being.

Our CHRISTUS labor and delivery team includes:

  • Board-certified OB-GYNs
  • Board-certified maternal fetal medicine specialists
  • Board-certified neonatologists
  • Neonatal nurse practitioners
  • Certified nurse midwives
  • Internationally certified lactation consultants
  • Licensed speech and occupational therapists certified in neonatal care
  • Certified interpreters
  • OB Hospitalists

Family-First Facilities

  • Comprehensive maternal care with one of East Texas’ leading Level III Maternal Care facilities, specializing in care for moderate- to high-risk pregnancies.
  • Specialized high-risk neonatal care from the area’s first Level III NICU
  • Private, comfortable birthing suites with couplet care for mom and baby

Advanced Services and Support

  • On-site obstetrics emergency department and 24/7 OB hospitalists
  • Amenities including a labor tub
  • Sleeping accommodations for your support person
  • Celebratory meal for mom and support person

Educational and Emotional Support

  • Free education classes on breastfeeding and pregnancy basics
  • Encouragement of skin-to-skin contact and support for the golden hour
  • Personalized tours of our Labor & Delivery Suites by appointment. Call 903-315-2000 to schedule

Longview Level III NICU

The Level III NICU at CHRISTUS in Longview provides specialized, high‑risk neonatal care for babies who need advanced medical support. Staffed by board‑certified neonatologists and neonatal nurse practitioners, this unit offers around‑the‑clock expertise and technology to care for premature infants and those with complex health needs. As the area’s first Level III NICU, it ensures your family has immediate access to comprehensive, lifesaving care close to home.

What You Can Expect:

  • Advanced neonatal care for premature and medically fragile infants.
  • Board‑certified neonatologists and neonatal nurse practitioners providing 24/7 specialized support.
  • High‑risk neonatal services delivered using advanced technology and evidence‑based care.
  • The region’s first Level III NICU, giving families immediate access to expert, lifesaving care close to home.

Labor and Delivery Classes

CHRISTUS in Longview offers a hub of valuable educational opportunities designed to support and empower expecting families.

For questions or information about family education or prenatal classes, email motherbaby.gs@christushealth.org or call 903-315-2003.

We also provide free, downloadable guides on our birth services to ensure comprehensive care and understanding for our families.

Prenatal Education

This free class is designed to help expectant parents feel confident and prepared. Whether you're a first-time parent or adding to your growing family, this class covers essential topics to guide you through pregnancy, labor, delivery, and early newborn care.

What you'll learn:

  • What to expect during each trimester
  • Signs of labor and when to go to the hospital
  • Pain management and birthing options
  • Postpartum recovery and emotional wellness
  • Basic newborn care and safety tips
  • Tour of our Longview mother baby unit

Lactation and Breastfeeding Basics Class

This free class is designed to provide expectant parents with comprehensive information and support in preparing for breastfeeding. Led by experienced lactation professionals, this session provides practical guidance, evidence-based techniques, and a safe space to ask questions.

During this class, you'll learn:

  • How breastfeeding works and what to expect in the early days
  • Proper latch and positioning techniques
  • How to recognize feeding cues and ensure your baby is feeding enough
  • Common challenges and how to navigate them
  • Where to find ongoing support after your baby arrives

 

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