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COVID-19 Vaccination During Pregnancy is Safe and Recommended
Two years into the pandemic, the COVID-19 vaccine is strongly recommended for pregnant people by numerous professional medical organizations and yet according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), just over 40 percent of that population is vaccinated against the virus, compared to...
BlogElizabeth Frattasio's Story: A New Beginning
Two weeks after giving birth to her second son, Elizabeth Frattasio started feeling flu-like symptoms. She asked her husband Seth to drive her to South Shore Hospital because “it was the closest hospital.” She thought she would be treated and go home within a day or two, in time for a special...
BlogGet the New Year Off to a Healthy Start
Before turning the calendar to 2026, make prioritizing your health your New Year’s resolution
BlogMelissa A DiNunno, CNM, DNP
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South Weymouth, MA
Weymouth, MA
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Before becoming a midwife, I was a labor and delivery nurse at South Shore Hospital for 14 years. Women's health is my passion, and it is a privilege to return as a provider. I am honored to care for women during pregnancy, labor, birth, and throughout the lifespan. My care focuses on a team approach with the patient as the leader. Beyond midwifery, I enjoy hiking and yoga and love being a mom most of all.
Are You Counting Your Kicks? The Benefits of Monitoring Fetal Movement During Pregnancy
Our team discusses the benefits of Count the Kicks, an evidence based, international stillbirth prevention program that helps expectant parents get to know their baby’s normal movement patterns starting in the third trimester of pregnancy (or earlier for multiples or if high risk).
BlogSouth Shore Hospital pilots childbirth program to curb C-sections
After going through it five times prior, Melissa and Brendan McNamara felt prepared when they arrived at South Shore Hospital to deliver baby number six, Mia, on Aug. 31. Read the Patriot Ledger story.
News & MediaSouth Shore Health: Giving Back Together Through Third-Party Fundraising
We need your help! Host a third-party fundraiser to benefit any of the various service lines or programs at South Shore Health.
BlogCornhole for the Kids
Get ready to toss some bags and have a blast at our fourth annual Cornhole Tournament! Join us at Wolves Den Sports Complex in Pembroke on Saturday, September 12, from 12 to 4 PM. We’ll kick off the fun at noon with friendly competition, delicious eats, exciting raffles, and the sweet satisfaction...
Events & ProgramsSouth Shore Medical Center Celebrates 60 Years of Caring for the Community
At a time when most doctors had solo practices, founding physicians – Frederick Freidman, Donald Garland, Arthur Garceau, Gerald Collins, and Wallace Kemp and Administrator Betty Allen – joined together to create an integrated group practice committed to providing comprehensive quality patient care.
BlogMarita Carpenter's Story: Altruistically Dedicated to the Health of Our Community
Philanthropist, humanitarian and a grateful South Shore Hospital patient, Marita Carpenter is an exemplar of community spirit whose extraordinary generosity and commitment to the mission of South Shore Health System has been steadfast over the years. As former President of the Social Service League...
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