Bringing home a new baby is an exciting time. It is also a good time to learn about the different kinds of support that are available to new parents from organizations and agencies throughout the community. That is what Beginning Steps for Parents at Inova Women's Hospital is all about.

Northern Virginia's Most Experienced Team for Managing High-Risk Pregnancies If you have a high-risk pregnancy, turn to the expert, compassionate team at Inova for the skilled, personalized care you need. Inova's maternal-fetal medicine (MFM) subspecialists, also known as perinatologists, work closely with obstetricians to provide the most advanced care in the region for high-risk pregnancies. With more deliveries than any other health system in the region, our patient volume gives us extensive experience in helping mothers and babies safely through delivery.

Your body, your normal routines and many facets of your life are changed after giving birth. Inova is here to support you as you adjust to motherhood's many physical and emotional demands. Getting Ready to Go Home: Mother and Infant Discharge Guide English Lea la versión en español Safe Sleep for Infants Inova follows the American Academy of Pediatrics Safe Sleep recommendations. Our team takes steps to promote safe sleep for infants both in the hospital and at home.

Inova follows the American Academy of Pediatrics Safe Sleep recommendations. Our team takes steps to promote safe sleep for infants both in the hospital and at home: Use of appropriately sized bassinets and cribs in the hospital Infant sleeping space free of soft items Babies on their backs, unless other positions are medically necessary Picture examples of safe and unsafe sleep positions in both English and Spanish in infant sleep spaces Annual training for team members on safe sleep recommendation Parent and caregiver education on safe sleep guidelines for the home

What Is a Non-Healing Wound? Expand Content A non-healing or chronic wound is defined as a wound that does not improve after four weeks or does not heal in eight weeks.

A Wound Healing Treatment Program for You Individuals with diabetes are at especially high risk for chronic wounds, especially on the feet. Circulation issues and a decreased sense of feeling, known as neuropathy, can mask the presence of sores and ulcers. Left untreated, these wounds can lead to serious problems, including chronic infections, gangrene and amputations of toes or a limb. Call us at 703-664-8025 for an appointment or for more information.

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBO) at Inova Wound Healing Centers Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBO) is a highly effective, safe treatment during which 100% oxygen is inhaled by a patient for short periods of time in a pressurized chamber. Normally the air we breathe is 20% oxygen and 80% nitrogen. Breathing 100% pure oxygen increases the amount of oxygen available to your body’s tissues helping the body to heal, fight off infection, decrease swelling and aid in the new growth of new blood vessels. Studies have shown that certain physical problems respond exceptionally well to HBO treatments.

Advance Directives Are Important It’s never too early to think about an advance care plan (ACP). An ACP is an important and valuable document that makes your health care wishes known when you can’t speak for yourself. Putting an ACP in place now – before an emergency situation occurs – is a gift to you and your loved ones. It will help ensure that the medical treatment you receive aligns with the treatment you want. An ACP includes an advance directive, which states in writing your instructions, and names your health care agent – the person you choose to make medical decisions for you.