Birthing Center & Obstetric Care

Supportive, Personalized Care for Your Birth Journey

At Vernon Health, we provide a warm, reassuring environment where you can experience pregnancy, birth, and postpartum care in a way that feels personal and comforting. Our team is here to guide you through every stage—from prenatal visits to delivery and recovery—with skilled, compassionate support. We honor your preferences, encourage shared decision-making, and create space for your family to be part of the experience. Here, you and your baby are cared for with the respect, attention, and individualized support you deserve.

Your Personalized Birth Experience

Private Birthing Suites

Cozy, private suites allow you to stay in the same comfortable space for labor, delivery, and recovery. Each room is designed to support intimate moments and family involvement throughout your stay.

Guidance Tailored to You

Certified lactation educators provide personalized breastfeeding support, and child-safety seat technicians help you feel confident using your infant car seat before going home.

Family-Centered Environment

We prioritize time with your new baby and offer a welcoming space for visiting family. Privacy, bonding, and meaningful early moments are supported at every step.

Personalized Celebration

Every family receives a curated celebration dinner to honor your baby’s arrival, adding a special and memorable touch to your stay.

Prenatal Care

Comprehensive Support Throughout Pregnancy

Vernon Health offers expert prenatal care to support a healthy pregnancy and a smooth transition to childbirth. From your first visit, our team monitors your health and your baby’s development with compassionate, consistent care.

Personalized Prenatal Visits

We provide regular checkups, routine ultrasounds, fetal monitoring, bloodwork, genetic screening options, nutritional guidance, and support for planning your birth experience.

Education & Support for Expecting Mothers

We offer prenatal classes, breastfeeding education, and resources that support both emotional well-being and practical preparation for welcoming your baby.

High-Risk Pregnancy Care

For patients with higher-risk pregnancies, our team delivers advanced monitoring and coordinated care to help support the safest possible outcome for you and your baby.

Birthing Options

Respecting Your Birth Preferences

We support both traditional and personalized birthing experiences. Our certified nurse-midwives (in partnership with Gundersen Health System) and Vernon Health Family Medicine providers with Obstetrics work together to prioritize natural childbirth whenever safely possible.

Personalized Prenatal Visits

We provide regular checkups, routine ultrasounds, fetal monitoring, bloodwork, genetic screening options, nutritional guidance, and support for planning your birth experience.

Personalized Options

Medical interventions are introduced only when essential. You may choose added comfort measures such as massage, acupuncture, or laboring in water.

Natural Birthing Supports

• Hydrotherapy: Warm water immersion for comfort and relaxation.
• Birthing Balls: Movement and positioning support during labor.
• Ambulation: Freedom to move can ease discomfort and encourage progress.

Giving Birth at Vernon Health

Comfort-Focused Pain Management

We offer a full range of pain relief options based on your needs—from warm or cold packs to IV pain reducers, epidurals, and nitrous oxide. Our approach centers on your comfort and safety.

Donor Milk Availability

A safe, nourishing option is available for families who choose donor milk for their newborn.

Comprehensive Care Team

Nurse-midwives and Family Medicine providers with Obstetrics collaborate to offer seamless, personalized maternity care.

Personalized Nursing Care & Bonding

One-on-One Support

Our experienced nurses remain by your side throughout labor and delivery, building personal relationships and offering continuous, attentive care.

Spinning Babies® Education

Our nursing staff uses Spinning Babies® principles to support optimal fetal positioning, help reduce stress, and encourage natural labor progression.

Maternal & Infant Bonding

We support bonding after both vaginal births and C-sections. Our Level 1 Nursery and maternal care services ensure a nurturing environment for you and your baby.

Family-Centric Care

Family Medicine Doctors provide ongoing support for your newborn, helping create a smooth transition home and continuity of care for your growing family.

Postpartum Recovery

Support for Your Transition Home

Postpartum care is an essential part of your journey. Our team is here to care for your physical, emotional, and mental well-being after birth, ensuring you feel supported as you adjust to life with your newborn.

Areas We Serve

Vernon Health proudly delivers Birthing Center & Obstetric Care to families across Vernon County and Southwest Wisconsin, offering trusted maternity, prenatal, and childbirth services close to home. Our clinics now use a simple city-based naming structure to make it easier for families to find care nearby.

Vernon Health Clinics

  • Westby Clinic – Westby, WI

  • Viroqua Clinic – Viroqua, WI

  • Soldiers Grove Clinic – Soldiers Grove, WI

  • La Farge Clinic – La Farge, WI

These locations provide convenient access to prenatal appointments, education, and follow-up support, helping you stay connected to your care team throughout pregnancy.

Vernon Health – Birthing Center
507 S. Main St.
Viroqua, WI 54665

Birthing Center & Obstetric Care Lobby Hours
Monday–Friday: 7 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday–Sunday: 7:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Families across the region choose Vernon Health for compassionate birth support, natural birthing options, and personalized maternity care—without the need to travel far from home.

FAQ

What is the birthing experience like at Vernon Health?

Many expecting parents search for what to expect during labor and delivery. At Vernon Health, you’ll find private birthing suites, one-on-one nursing support, and a peaceful space where labor, delivery, and recovery all happen in one room. Families also enjoy quiet bonding time, supportive care, and a personalized celebration dinner after birth.

What prenatal care services does Vernon Health provide?

People often want to know what is included in prenatal care. Vernon Health offers regular prenatal visits, routine ultrasounds and fetal monitoring, bloodwork and genetic screening options, nutritional guidance, and support as you create your birth plan. Prenatal classes, breastfeeding support, and mental health resources also help you feel confident throughout pregnancy.

What natural birthing options are available at Vernon Health?

Many families search for natural childbirth options close to home. Vernon Health supports a range of preferences, including hydrotherapy, birthing balls, and the option to stay mobile during labor. Additional comfort measures such as massage, acupuncture, and aromatherapy can also be part of your birth plan.

What pain management options can I choose during labor?

Expecting parents frequently look for information about pain relief during childbirth. Pain management at Vernon Health is centered on your comfort, with choices such as simple comfort measures, IV pain reducers, or an epidural. Nitrous Oxide is also available as a mom-controlled option to help reduce pain and anxiety.

What newborn care and postpartum support are offered at Vernon Health?

Families searching for “newborn care near me” often want to know what support is available after birth. Vernon Health provides Level 1 Nursery and Maternal care, donor milk options, and strong support for newborn bonding. After delivery, our team helps guide your postpartum recovery, and our Family Medicine Doctors continue care for your baby and your family once you return home.

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At Vernon Health, we’re committed to providing patient-centered, compassionate care wherever you are in your health journey. Explore our trusted providers and convenient locations to find the right support for you.

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