Pregnancy and Baby

At Intermountain Health Good Samaritan Hospital, we provide personalized labor & delivery services in a hospital setting designed for comfort, safety, and support. From prenatal planning through postpartum recovery, our expert teams partners with you for a confident and empowering birth experience.

Why Families Choose Good Samaritan Hospital for Labor & Delivery 

Families across Boulder County and the Denver metro area choose Good Samaritan Hospital for award-winning maternity care and personalized childbirth support. We're proud to provide an exceptional birth experience backed by nationally recognized quality and safety standards.

• Received an “A” grade by the Leapfrog Group, demonstrating elite performance in patient safety.
• Private labor and delivery suites
• 24/7 in‑house OB‑GYNs, certified nurse midwives, and anesthesiologists
• A full range of labor pain management options, including epidurals, IV medications, nitrous oxide, and natural comfort techniques such as hydrotherapy, movement, and breathing support
• Water birth program, offered in partnership with our certified midwifery team
• Level II NICU with 12 private suites
• Board‑certified Maternal‑Fetal Medicine physicians for high‑risk pregnancies
• State-of-the-art infant security system
• Hotel‑like amenities, free Wi‑Fi, and in‑room dining
• Overnight accommodations for your support partner

Labor and Delivery suites

Deliver your baby in a private suite designed for comfort and clinical excellence. Whether your birth plan includes an epidural, natural options, or specialized monitoring, our teams support your preferences at every step.

Want to see where you’ll deliver? Schedule a hospital tour HERE or watch our virtual tour video.

Postpartum & High-Risk Care

After delivery, recovery continues in our postpartum unit, where compassionate care teams focus on your physical healing, emotional well‑being, and confidence as a new parent. 

During your postpartum stay, you’ll receive:

• 24/7 nursing care from experienced postpartum nurses who monitor your recovery, manage pain, and support feeding and bonding
• Lactation and feeding support, including one‑on‑one breastfeeding guidance, pumping assistance, and access to lactation consultants
• Newborn education and support, covering infant feeding, safe sleep, diapering, soothing techniques, and what to expect in the first days at home
• Physical recovery care, including incision and perineal care, mobility support, and postpartum health assessments
• Emotional and mental health support, with screening and resources for postpartum mood changes, anxiety, and overall emotional well-being

Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)

For babies who need extra care, Good Samaritan Hospital offers a Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) providing specialized care for premature and medically complex newborns. Our NICU is staffed 24/7 by board-certified neonatologists, neonatal nurses, and advanced clinical specialists, ensuring expert care at every stage.

We care for infants born as early as 28 weeks for those requiring advanced respiratory support, continuous monitoring, and specialized treatment. Private family suites and our family integrated approach to care allow parents to remain actively involved in their baby’s care and development.

Lactation & Breastfeeding Support (Before and After Birth)

We are committed to making lactation support accessible to everyone. That's why we provide a variety of support options for you and your baby, both pre- and postpartum. Whether you've given birth at Good Samaritan Hospital or another hospital, we are here to assist you. We accept most insurance plans and offer self-pay options to ensure you receive the care you need.

Prenatal Lactation Support

• One‑on‑one prenatal consultations
• Breastfeeding education and feeding plans
• Create a plan to meet your feeding goals
• Breastfeeding Basics prenatal class 

Postpartum Lactation Care

• One-on-one in-hospital breastfeeding instruction and support
• 7‑days a week lactation support with a board-certified lactation consultant
• Outpatient follow‑up visits
• Donor milk access through Mother’s Milk Bank
• Hospital grade pump rentals available during your stay and available to rent
• Breastfeeding support group held twice a week 

Need lactation help? Schedule a lactation appointment by calling 303-689-4766.

Tours, Classes, and Support Groups

We offer a wide variety of prenatal classes, postpartum support groups, and hospital tours. From our Baby Basics class to our Breastfeeding Support Group, we’ve got you covered throughout your pregnancy journey and beyond. 

Expecting families can attend:

• Childbirth and breastfeeding classes
• Parenting and postpartum classes and support groups
• In‑person and virtual hospital tours 

Classes are open to all families, regardless of where you plan to deliver. Find a class HERE.

Watch a virtual tour of Good Samaritan Hospital

• Lafayette Clinic – OB-GYN
• Superior Clinic – OB-GYN