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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
May I see the new Birthing Center prior to my delivery date?
Yes, tours of the Hylton Family Birthing Center are offered several times a month. Tours fill up quickly, so please register
several months prior to your due date. To register, call (703) 369-8543 Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
May my spouse or support person stay overnight with me?
Yes, the Birthing Center has private postpartum rooms, which include private showers for all new mothers. There is also a
comfortable pull-out sofa that can accommodate one adult.
Are my other children allowed to stay overnight with me after I deliver?
The Birthing Center cannot accommodate children overnight. We suggest that you make plans for the care of your baby’s
siblings well in advance of your due date.
How many people can accompany me in the labor and delivery rooms?
Birthing Center policy allows three visitors at one time in the labor and delivery rooms. No children under 12, except
siblings; siblings must be accompanied by an adult. We encourage the adult responsible for the baby’s siblings to be
someone other than the spouse or support person.
Can my children accompany me into the labor and delivery rooms?
Yes, however, siblings must be accompanied by an adult other than yourself at all times.
Are my children allowed to visit after I’ve delivered my baby?
Siblings are allowed to visit, however, they must be accompanied by an adult other than yourself at all times.
What are the postpartum visiting hours and policy for family and friends?
Visiting hours are from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Birthing Center policy allows four visitors at one time in the postpartum
rooms. No children under 12, except siblings; siblings must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Are meals provided for my spouse or support person?
Meals are provided for the new mother and infant. In addition, there is also a kitchen in the Birthing Center that is
equipped with light snacks such as soup and juice. Prince William Hospital has a wonderful dining room with reasonable
prices.
Continental Breakfast: 6:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Self-Serve Buffet Breakfast: 7:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Full Lunch: 11:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Full Dinner: 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Do I need to pre-register with the Birthing Center?
Yes. Your obstetrician should give you a pre-registration form several months prior to your due date. If you do not
receive the form, please call the Birthing Center at (703) 369-8122.
Will my baby stay with me the entire time?
After the delivery, you will have a brief recovery period in the labor and delivery room with your baby. The baby will be
taken to the newborn nursery to be registered as a patient. You will be moved to a private postpartum room. If you choose,
the baby may join you in your room and stay with you. There may be tests or procedures that the baby requires and, if this
is the case, you will be notified in advance. For the safety and security of all newborns, only hospital staff is permitted
in the nursery.
What security measures are in place to ensure the safety of my baby?
Rest assured that Prince William Hospital has state-of-the-art technology in place to ensure your safety and that of your
newborn. The Birthing Center was designed with safety, security and comfort as top priorities. Security measures at
the Birthing Center will be explained in detail when you are admitted.
May I receive phone calls while I’m in labor?
Though incoming calls are permitted, we encourage patients to call their friends and family with updates on the progress
of labor. Many times, there are procedures or examinations being performed in nearby rooms and interruptions may not be
welcome.
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