Expectant Families
Everything you need to know when you're expecting, including support, resources and classes for growing families.
We have a variety of resources and tools for you during this time. Take advantage of our Expectant Family Classes, download our free BabyBeginnings App and review our online information to learn all you can. Still have questions? Give us a call at 417-269-4651. We’re here to help.
Our BabyBeginning App by Bump2Baby 360 has articles and videos to lead you through the stages of pregnancy through birth, breastfeeding, postpartum care, and newborn care. It’s available on your desktop and tablet, as well as a smartphone app in 15 languages and a read-to-me option. It includes tools such as a kick counter, contraction timer, hospital packing list, feeding log, diaper log, and more.
App instructions
- Register for the app
- You'll receive a username and password via email
- Go to the Bump2Baby360 website or download the Bump2Baby360 mobile app from your app store to log in
The patient channel
Search our patient channel video library to watch helpful videos on everything from preparing for your baby's arrival to breastfeeding, baby care, and more.
Choosing a Physician for Your Baby
Babies and children are not just small adults; their health care needs are different. It's important to find a health care professional who can provide specialized care. As a baby grows and develops, a health care provider is essential for routine care as well as illnesses or injuries. A pediatrician, family practice health care provider, physician's assistant, family nurse practitioner or pediatric nurse practitioner can be your baby's primary care provider.
A primary care provider may care for children from the time that they are newborns until they're 21 years old. They provide:
- Well child care
- Preventive health including immunizations and screening
- Support
- Education
- Guidance for caregivers
- Care for illnesses and injuries
- Referrals to specialists as needed
Choosing a provider for your child is an important part of preparing for a new baby. There are many things to consider, from training and experience to their office location and hours. Finding a provider isn't hard, but it's best to start early. You can ask your health care professional who is providing care during your pregnancy for names, talk with other parents about who they chose, or call 417-269-INFO to find out which providers are accepting new patients.
Additional Resources
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Expectant Family Classes
Our series of expectant family programs offer something for every member of your family from early pregnancy, prepared childbirth and breastfeeding classes to courses designed for new dads-to-be, grandparents and young siblings, and much more.
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Child Passenger Safety
Properly installing and using a car seat can be challenging. Before you begin, always consult the car seat manufacturer's instructions and the owner's manual for your vehicle. Our technicians offer free car seat checks, scheduled four weeks in advance.
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Springfield Obstetrical Emergency Department
If you’re facing a health emergency related to your pregnancy, our OB emergency room is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to care for you.
