Birthing Services, lactation consulting, and prenatal education
With CHRISTUS birthing services, your and your baby’s health and safety are the top priorities.
Labor and delivery at CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital - Kleberg in Kingsville is dedicated to providing a healthy, happy beginning for you and your baby, from your first OB-GYN appointment to follow-up newborn care.
When you choose CHRISTUS labor and delivery, you will experience:
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.
At CHRISTUS, we understand the birth of your child is an impactful moment for you and your family. Our birthing services are designed to provide a comforting, family-centered environment where you and your baby are our top priority. From your first prenatal visit to the delivery and beyond, our dedicated team of experienced OB-GYNs, nurses, and lactation consultants work together to ensure you receive the highest level of care.
Our birthing services provide one spacious suite for labor and delivery, recovery, and postpartum, allowing you to stay comfortable and focus on your new baby.
If complications arise or a c-section is needed, an on-site operating room allows for efficient and convenient care. Rest assured, advanced medical support is immediately available if required.
After you deliver your baby, our on-site breastfeeding room offers a peaceful and comfortable space for you to learn how to breastfeed. Our lactation consultants are experts in providing follow-up care after your baby is born. They offer personalized guidance on breastfeeding, helping you build confidence.
Your consultant will support you with various methods and proper feeding techniques to establish a healthy foundation for your baby’s growth and development. Their expertise and compassionate support include:
Our team of OB-GYNs provides guidance, support, and medical expertise throughout your pregnancy, labor and delivery, and the postpartum period. They are here to answer your questions and empower you to navigate the process confidently.
After birth, your baby’s care is seamlessly transferred to our pediatricians, who are deeply committed to your baby’s overall health and wellness. They provide continuous support as your baby grows and develops, equipping you with the tools and resources you need for your parenting journey.
Whether you are in your first trimester or you’ve just given birth, educational resources can help you build confidence.
Our birthing class focuses on helping you understand your options during labor and giving you and your support person tools to navigate your birthing experience with confidence. You’ll explore comfort measures, breathing techniques, and ways to personalize your birth plan. This class empowers you to make informed decisions and feel supported throughout your delivery.
Our breastfeeding class is designed to help you get off to a strong start, whether you’re a first‑time mom or looking for a refresher. You’ll learn positioning techniques, how to establish a good latch, and what to expect in the early days of feeding your new baby. With guidance from knowledgeable instructors, you’ll feel prepared and supported as you begin your breastfeeding journey.
Our newborn care class teaches you the essentials of caring for your baby in those early days and weeks. You’ll learn about feeding cues, diapering, bathing, safe sleep, and how to soothe your little one. This class helps you feel more at ease and confident as you bring your baby home.
To learn more or to register for a class, please call: 361-595-9754
Our labor and delivery services are committed to providing families with a seamless continuum of compassionate, comprehensive care, starting from the first appointment and continuing through to follow-up newborn care.
This approach to care has led to recognition and participation in programs highlighting the importance of putting our families' overall health and well-being first.
The Texas Ten Step program recognizes birthing facilities that implement practices supporting breastfeeding, following guidelines from leading global health organizations.
By participating in this program, our labor and delivery in Kingsville demonstrates a strong commitment to providing exceptional support and resources for new moms and their families.
This ensures you receive the highest lactation care and support level, helping you and your baby achieve a healthy start. With expert guidance from lactation consultants and a nurturing environment, you will not be alone on your breastfeeding journey.
Your baby’s well-being is our top priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way.
As a designated mother-friendly worksite, our hospital prioritizes the needs of our patients and our employees. This designation is given to organizations that support employees who are breastfeeding moms, giving them the flexibility and the time needed to breastfeed during the workday.
By choosing CHRISTUS, you can rest assured that our team not only understands but also wholeheartedly supports the unique needs of new mothers. We are dedicated to promoting a mother-friendly environment that benefits the whole family from day one.
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