Our goal as anesthesiologists is to both alleviate pain and to keep the patient and baby safe. We need to anticipate any complications that could jeopardize the safety of the patient and baby on the day of delivery. We also want patients to be aware of these potential challenges in advance so they are not caught by surprise if something changes during delivery.

Midwifery care has been an integral part of South Shore Health for more than 30 years. Learn how midwives at South Shore Hospital and beyond are improving women's health on the South Shore.

Terri Burgess, RN has worked on the maternity unit at South Shore Hospital for more than 30 years. She also welcomed her own triplets back in 2004. Here's her advice for moms of multiples.

​​​​​​​Each year, drowsy driving leads to tens of thousands of motor vehicle accidents across the United States. Unfortunately, those accidents result in hundreds of deaths.

She’s only been taking the Aquatic Conditioning class for a few months, but Kathy Garrity says she’s already feeling stronger, more flexible and more energetic.

Practicing gratitude is free, but it pays huge rewards. The holiday season is a great time to get in the habit of expressing your gratitude. Learn four ways to get started!

As part of Down Syndrome Awareness Month, local families share their experiences with the compassionate, expert team in South Shore Health's Maternal-Fetal Medicine (MFM) Program.

South Shore Health orthopedic surgeon Michael Ayers, MD, answers questions about joint replacement surgery.