NMC Health receives High 5 for Mom & Baby Premier recognition
NEWTON, Kan., (March 20, 2024) — NMC Health’s Family Birthing Center has continued its commitment to infant and maternal health by earning recognition through High 5 for Mom & Baby Premier, a program developed by the United Methodist Health Ministry Fund to increase breastfeeding initiation and duration rates in Kansas. High 5 for Mom & […]
Top Baby Names of 2023 at NMC Health’s Family Birthing Center
Did your baby’s name make our top 10 list for 2023?
When to See a Doctor About Your Sting
Stings are a summer experience no one wants to have. But when you spend more time outdoors during the warm weather months of June, July and August, your chances of being stung go up. When you unfortunately meet the business end of bee, NMC Health can give you the answers and relief you need to get back out there this summer.
When to See a Doctor About Your Animal or Bug Bite
As we spend more time outdoors this summer, we inevitably come into contact with wild and domestic bugs and animals that have the potential to get a bit nippy. Bug bites and animal bites can carry significant consequences if left untreated.
When to See a Doctor About Your Sunburn
When your lobster red skin is giving you the summertime blues, NMC Health can give you the answers and relief you need to get back out there this summer.
When to See a Doctor About Your Rash
What should you do when your summer rash just won’t go away or causes you unnecessary discomfort? When should you see a doctor about your rash and when does a rash require emergency medical treatment? Read on to get answers.
Most popular baby names of 2021
NMC Health welcomed hundreds of babies in 2021, here are the most common names of babies born in Newton.
Is your child’s car seat safe? Chances are it isn’t
Car seats significantly increase your child’s ability to survive a car crash. When poorly installed, these safety devices are less effective and your child’s life my be in jeopardy. The National Highway Traffic and Safety Transportation Association (NHTSA) found that 82% of all children’s car seats were not used correctly. Common Installation Problems There are […]
What first-time dads can expect when it’s time to have a baby
As a first-time dad, do you know what to expect when it’s time for baby? Here’s a cheat sheet of what to expect when you’re expecting, and how to be the ultimate support for mom as she goes through early labor, active labor, delivery and recovery.
NMC Health Recognized for Maternity Care
NEWTON, Kan., (May 10, 2021) – NMC Health (formerly Newton Medical Center) is proud to be recognized by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas (BCBSKS) with a Blue Distinction® Centers+ (BDC+) for Maternity Care designation, as part of the Blue Distinction Specialty Care program. Racial and ethnic disparities are persistent and widespread across maternal […]