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The Woman's Hospital of Texas is a place for every woman, every baby; it is a place where the littlest things matter. We want to make sure your stay with us is comfortable and enjoyable. We know you have many choices for healthcare and we appreciate your decision to join us at The Woman's Hospital. While you are here we want you to feel like family. Please do not hesitate to let us know what we can do to meet your needs and exceed your expectations. The following are services we know you will enjoy and are listed in greater detail in your patient materials:

The Woman's Suites

Every woman who chooses The Woman's Hospital of Texas receives the personal, compassionate care for which The Woman's Hospital is renowned. But for those who prefer luxury accommodations, The Woman's Suites offer the extra touches not usually found in a hospital. Call Nursing Administration at 713-791-7283 for more information.

Fitness Center

If you are a family member of a patient at Woman's you have free access to our state-of-the-art Fitness Center located on The Woman's Hospital campus at One Fannin. Free-weights, circuit training, personal Pilates, personal training, mommy-baby classes, and yoga are just a few of the amenities offered at the Fitness Center. Call extension 6125 from inside the hospital for more information.

Physical Therapy

Located in the Fitness Center, our PT department offers a variety of services including: Bedside massage therapy (for patients in the hospital), regular massage, Thai massage, foot and hand spa, salt scrub, hot rock massage, body wraps, and many others. Call extension 6125 from inside the hospital for further information.

Room service

A room service menu is available in your room.

Education

  • Support groups for new parents
  • Breast feeding basics and beyond
  • Child Safety Seat inspection
  • Life with baby
  • Infant CPR & Safety
  • Marvelous multiples
  • Nutrition classes

For more information on our education classes or to register for a class, click here or call our automated voice mail system at 713-791-7495. We hope you enjoy your stay at The Woman's Hospital of Texas.

And Just In Case Our NICU / Neonatal Transport Team Is Available"_

The Woman's Hospital of Texas offers care for our littlest patients by a board certified neonatologist in the 98-bed level II and level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). We know that even the most normal pregnancies can become complicated in a matter of moments. Our NICU is conveniently located close to the mothers' rooms, so moms and dads can visit their newborns without even having to take off their slippers! Our patients take comfort in knowing their babies are just down the hall.

The Woman's Hospital of Texas also provides care for mothers in high risk pregnancy situations and babies born prematurely who need emergency transport services to Woman's. Our Neonatal/OB transport Team is committed to providing expedient and skilled response to referring physicians and hospitals within a 100 mile radius of the Houston area.

Educational Department Community Services

Childbirth and Parenting Classes

Attending educational classes can help prepare the expectant family for the physical and psychological changes associated with pregnancy, birth and the transition to parenthood. Our intent is to provide families with the knowledge and skills needed to achieve their goals. To register for classes call 713.791.7495 or log-on to register online.

Breastfeeding Support Services

International Board Certified Lactation Consultants are available to assist you with breastfeeding concerns by request. Our General Nursery and Postpartum nursing staff, as part of your care team, will also assist and support you as needed. Breastfeeding education is available on our educational television channel. Consult your television guide for specific times. Ask our staff the location of pumping rooms for lactating women.

Exercise, Education and Health Promotion 

Our physical therapists are specially trained to help women of all ages improve their health and feel better. In addition to one-on-one training the Physical Therapy Department offers childbearing fitness classes, pregnant and infant massage, mother/baby exercise class and classes for women preparing for abdominal surgery through our Fitness and Therapy Center.

The Woman's Hospital of Texas offers comprehensive care for mother's and babies during the birthing process including:

  • In-house anesthesiologist 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
  • Board certified OB/GYN and at the hospital 24 hours, 7 days a week.
  • Board certified neonatalogist at the hospital 24 hours, 7 days a week.
  • An experienced team of OB/GYN's, neonatal nurse practitioners, registered and neonatal respiratory therapists.
  • One-on-One Training in Pilates, cardio and strength training
  • Classes in Yoga, Pilates, Circuit Training, Mother/Baby Aerobics & Yoga and Prenatal Yoga & Toning
  • Our massage and spa treatments include:
    - Adult, pregnancy and infant massage "Swedish massage coupled with deep tissue therapy
    - Foot Reflexology "the practice of stimulating nerves on the feet to encourage beneficial effects on other parts of the body.
    - Body Wraps "Enjoy a treatment where you are wrapped in a body mask of algae, seaweed, mud, clay, lotion or creams.
    - Hot Rock treatments "Includes the relaxation of traditional Swedish massage with the added benefit of relaxing heat and stimulation
  • Weight management & nutritional guidance programs
    - Think Fit "12 week comprehensive fitness and wellness program
    - Jump Start "8 week program that includes a fitness assessment, personal training, and nutritional counseling.
  • Learn More About our Fitness & Therapy Center
  • Participate In Our Community Classes