Midwife Delivery Birthing Center - by Sus

Bryan and I decided to have a midwife delivery our baby instead of a doctor because most doctors in Illinois are quick to performing a c-section to avoid lawsuits. Fortunately, Hinsdale Adventist Hospital provides the option of having a midwife and/or doctor, so that in case a medical need arises, a doctor is available. If you're wondering, midwives are capable of helping a woman deliver a baby in every way that a doctor can with the exception of performing a c-section. Plus, they have a lot of tricks in the back pocket to help the delivery go as smoothly as possible (especially if you're trying avoid medication). Below is the picture of the front of the hospital.
Bry and I were able to tour the maternity ward at the hospital to see what to expect. The picture to the left is the picture of the delivery room. In the wooden cabinets are medical supplies, should they be needed.

Plus, included in the room is the picture to the right. This "bed" to the right, is for the baby. It can be heated to help the baby's body temperature from dropping. Lastly, there is a scale was well to weigh the little one when she's born!!! :)

Once the baby is born, then in about an hour or so, they will move me into a recovery room down the hall. There is also a small refreshment room with free cookies and other goodies for families and guests to take advantage of, which the hospital provides (free of charge!). This, of course, Bry and I wanted to sample to see how good the snacks were, but we decided not to since no one else was going from our tour group. I was disappointed, and I think he was too. :)