Pregnancy and Childbirth Patient Stories

Meet some of our maternity patients, and read about their amazing experiences through pregnancy and childbirth. Sharp is proud to help make stories like these possible.

 Amy's perinatal special care story Amy's Perinatal Special Care Story
Due to a heart condition, Amy spent 12 weeks on bed rest at Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women & Newborns' Perinatal Special Care Unit before she welcomed baby Audrey into the world. Read Amy's birth story.
 Cynthia's perinatal special care story Cynthia's Perinatal Special Care Story
After five weeks on bed rest at Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women & Newborns' Perinatal Special Care Unit, Cynthia gave birth to healthy twins — a boy and a girl. Read Cynthia's birth story.
 Elizabeth Hillary's Breastfeeding Story
After the birth of her daughter, Ellie, Hillary developed mastitis and had difficulty breastfeeding. With the help from associates at the New Beginnings Boutique at Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women & Newborns, Hillary received the support she needed. Read Hillary's story.  
Jessica's Pregnancy Journal Jessica's Pregnancy Journal
Follow Jessica's pregnancy journey as she prepares for a new little one to join her family. Read Jessica's journal.
Justine's birth story Justine's Birth Story
Michelle was 28 weeks pregnant when she gave birth to her daughter Justine at Sharp Grossmont Hospital. Read Justine's birth story.


Melanie's Natural Childbirth Story  Melanie's Natural Childbirth Story
With the support and expertise of her doctor and nurses at Sharp Mary Birch, Melanie’s goal of giving birth naturally became a reality as she welcomed her son Zane into the world. Read Melanie's birth story.
 Veronica's birth story Veronica's Birth Story
Read Veronica's inspiring story of how the neonatal intensive care unit at Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women & Newborns cared for her premature twin boys. Read Veronica's birth story.

For More Information
To learn more about Sharp's pregnancy and childbirth services or to find a Sharp-affiliated doctor, search for a San Diego OBGYN or call 1-800-82-SHARP (1-800-827-4277), Monday through Friday, 8 am to 6 pm. To find general information about pregnancy and childbirth, visit Pregnancy and Childbirth in Adult Health or read the Pregnancy and Childbirth News archive.