Healthy Living: What to know before delivering

Published: Apr. 8, 2026 at 10:42 AM CDT

MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - While bringing a baby into the world can be among the happiest times for parents and families, there are also life-threatening health issues that can come up for expectant and newly delivered moms that should not be ignored.

Labor and delivery nurses Kensi Duncan, BSN, C-EFM, RNC-OB and Samantha Fields, BSN, RN with USA Health Children’s & Women’s Hospital joined us to share what they wish every mom knew, before delivering their baby.

USA Health Children’s & Women’s Hospital delivers more babies each year than any other healthcare facility on the Alabama Gulf Coast. To learn more about the birthing services available, click here.