The comfortable, home-like labor, delivery and recovery suites, spacious enough to accommodate family and friends, the calming atmosphere and the wealth of information and hands-on education provided by experienced staff are compelling enough reasons to choose East Jefferson General Hospital as the venue in which to have a baby. But the two most important reasons women choose Woman & Child Services are our outstanding physicians and highly credentialed nurses. By incorporating the latest research on prenatal and infant care including the benefits of skin-to skin-contact, breastfeeding and other essential techniques into our services, Woman & Child Services at East Jefferson General Hospital ensures the best possible health for newborns and their mothers.