Out-of-date obstetrics units and labor and delivery rooms don't support today's modern approaches to the birth experience, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website
Out-of-date obstetrics units and labor and delivery rooms don’t support today’s modern approaches to the birth experience, from hydrotherapy to enhanced family support, which is inspiring refreshes, renovations, and full-scale construction, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website. Making the move to invest in the birth experience also allows providers to be more competitive in their local markets, the article said.
August 11, 2015
Topic Area: Architecture
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