Mechnikov Hospital Maternity Center
The birth of a child is a life-changing moment. For expectant parents, it is crucial that this day is not only happy but also safe. The Mechnikov Hospital Maternity Center is a place where a warm, homelike atmosphere meets the capabilities of a top-tier multidisciplinary clinic. Here, you can feel you are in safe hands: an experienced team, state-of-the-art equipment, and a personalized approach make childbirth calm, predictable, and truly special.
Giving birth at Mechnikov Hospital does not happen in an isolated unit; it is supported by a large team of specialists. If the slightest risk arises during pregnancy or childbirth, neurosurgeons, cardiologists, vascular surgeons, urologists, endocrinologists, and intensive care teams are immediately available on-site. Women can be confident they will receive medical assistance of any complexity—without transfers or wasted time.
From CTG monitors to incubators for babies born at 22 weeks, everything in our maternity center meets international standards. The operating room for cesarean sections is located right next to the delivery suites, monitoring systems operate around the clock, and the neonatal department is equipped for the intensive care of even our tiniest patients. This ensures maximum safety for both mother and child.
Our doctors are not just professionals; they are people who love what they do. Every day, nine specialists help bring new life into the world, including top-tier physicians, neonatologists, and both adult and pediatric anesthesiologists. Not only do they master modern techniques, but they also know how to calm, support, and explain every step. That is why patients describe giving birth at Mechnikov Hospital as a "calm and humane" experience.
Private rooms, VIP suites with a jacuzzi, air conditioning, and a TV, three meals a day, and attentive staff—everything is designed to make a woman feel like she is at home rather than in a hospital. There is no outside noise or fuss—only quiet, care, and warmth, helping you welcome the first moments of motherhood in peace.
We believe that birth is an event for two. That is why all our births are partner-supported. The expectant father can be right by the woman's side, holding her hand, breathing with her, and being the first to see the baby. Shared childbirth strengthens family bonds, reduces fear, and creates an atmosphere of trust. Special family rooms allow you to stay together even after the baby is born.
We deliver babies for women with heart defects, past organ transplants, cancer treatments, and severe injuries. Where others decline, we find a solution. Thanks to the comprehensive structure of Mechnikov Hospital, successful childbirth is possible even in the highest-risk pregnancies. This proves that for our team, there are no hopeless cases.
The Mechnikov Hospital Maternity Center has been operating since 1936—spanning over eight decades of experience, thousands of birth stories, and millions of happy smiles. Today, the Center for Obstetric and Neonatal Care is part of a super-cluster hospital that handles the most complex cases while still maintaining a homelike environment.
We provide care under the government packages "Childbirth+" and "Medical Care for Newborns in Complex Neonatal Cases," ensuring a high level of safety free of charge for the patient under the Medical Guarantees Program.
Our approach is simple: an expectant mother should feel cared for, not afraid. We guide women from the early weeks of pregnancy through discharge and beyond, ensuring round-the-clock access to all necessary services—from MRI and laboratories to intensive care and the endovascular surgery center.
The Parenthood School at Mechnikov Hospital is more than just preparation for childbirth. It is a space of trust, support, and warmth. Here, expectant mothers discover their inner strength, and fathers realize they can be a steady pillar of support. That is why, when delivery day arrives, our women aren't just coming to a hospital—they are coming to a familiar team, to a place that already feels like home.
Our mothers say that after attending our school, they began looking forward to childbirth with inspiration rather than fear. When a woman understands that birth is a natural process and knows how to handle every situation, panic fades away. And with a prepared partner by her side who knows how to support her, childbirth ceases to be an ordeal and becomes a shared event that brings the family closer together!
ADDITIONALLY, WE HOLD PRENATAL YOGA EVERY THURSDAY. WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU!
24/7 Multidisciplinary Care
The main advantage of the Mechnikov Hospital Maternity Center is the availability of comprehensive medical support at any moment. Our hospital staff includes not only obstetrician-gynecologists but also neurosurgeons, vascular surgeons, nephrologists, urologists, endocrinologists, traumatologists, otolaryngologists, neurologists, and transfusion specialists. This means that even in the most unpredictable situations, care is provided instantly, without the need for transfers or waiting. For the patient, this brings peace of mind; for the doctor, confidence in the outcome.
A Team Trusted with Lives
Every day, our department is staffed by nine highly experienced doctors, including obstetrician-gynecologists, neonatologists, and adult and pediatric anesthesiologists-resuscitators. Most of them hold the highest qualification category, continuously enhance their expertise, and attend international training programs. But above all, it is the compassion and sincerity with which they communicate with expectant mothers that truly matters.
Parenthood School at Mechnikov Hospital
Being ready for childbirth means more than just packing a hospital bag. First and foremost, it means knowing what to expect and understanding how to act in any situation. That is exactly why Mechnikov Hospital runs the Motherhood School—a place where expectant mothers and fathers gain knowledge that relieves anxiety and brings peace of mind.
Our classes are held in a friendly, open atmosphere. Every woman can ask any question—from "how do I know when contractions have started?" to "how do I latch my baby correctly?". We do not deliver dry lectures; we communicate. Each class is structured as a live dialogue between expectant parents and specialists: obstetricians, neonatologists, psychologists, and lactation consultants.
At the Motherhood School meetings, we discuss everything essential for a calm birthing experience:
- how to prepare your body for childbirth;
- how to breathe and relax during contractions;
- how partner deliveries work and the father's role in them;
- how to establish breastfeeding;
- how to care for a newborn in the first few days;
- how to overcome postpartum fatigue and maintain emotional balance.
Every topic is explained simply, using real-life examples and avoiding complex medical jargon. We demonstrate how everything happens in practice—so that women face no uncertainty, only confidence.
Classes are held every Thursday at a convenient time. Any expectant mother can join, regardless of her pregnancy stage. We also invite fathers, as a partner delivery starts right here with a shared understanding of the process. Upon completing the course, every family can stay in touch with our specialists—we are always ready to answer questions even after the baby is born.
A Space Where You Want to Stay
The department is designed with the comfort of both mother and child in mind. It features four delivery rooms, 24 private postpartum rooms, 4 prenatal rooms, as well as 8 superior single rooms and 4 family rooms for partner deliveries. Our VIP suites are equipped with everything you need: a private bathroom with a shower or jacuzzi, a TV, a refrigerator, air conditioning, comfortable beds, and space for a partner.
Three meals a day, constant attention from the staff, and a welcoming atmosphere create a sense of home, allowing women to relax and focus on what matters most—meeting their baby.
Childbirth Where Mom and Dad Are One Team
We support partner deliveries in 100% of cases. The expectant father or another loved one can be present at every stage: from the first contractions to the first embrace with the newborn. This provides more than just psychological support; it is a moment that strengthens the family and helps both parents realize that childbirth is a shared journey.
Every woman has the opportunity to choose her doctor or midwife—the person she truly trusts. For us, this is not a formality but the foundation of the partnership between doctor and patient. A team of psychologists and lactation consultants is always nearby, helping to overcome fears, learn how to feed the baby, and build confidence in this new role.
State-of-the-Art Medical Care
Our maternity center is fully equipped with everything necessary for a safe and comfortable delivery:
- Cardiotocography (CTG) systems for continuous monitoring of the fetal heart rate.
- Transforming delivery beds that allow you to choose a comfortable position during labor.
- An operating room for cesarean sections located right next to the delivery rooms, enabling swift action if needed.
- A neonatal department equipped with incubators, vital signs monitors, artificial lung ventilation systems, phototherapy lamps, radiant warmers, aspirators, pulse oximeters, and everything required to care for premature babies born as early as 22 weeks of gestation.
We adhere to the international "3 Ts" rule: warm, quiet, and dark. This means that immediately after birth, the baby enters a calm environment that closely resembles the womb. In cases of premature birth, our doctors can perform an en caul delivery (extracting the baby within the intact amniotic sac)—a technique that increases survival rates and minimizes the risk of injury.
Expert Opinion
"Safe childbirth is not just about equipment. It is about mutual trust. When a woman knows she is surrounded by a team that will not leave her side for a minute, fear disappears. And a calm mother means a calm baby. At our Center, every woman is entitled to respect, warmth, and professional care," says the Head of the Maternity Department at Mechnikov Hospital.
Postpartum Care: A Shared Start from the Very First Minutes
After birth, the baby stays with the mother immediately—the rooming-in principle applies from the very first second of life.
Lactation consultants help establish breastfeeding, while a psychologist assists in adapting to new emotions and feelings. A neonatologist examines the baby daily, monitors their health, and explains all the details to the parents.
Discharge from the maternity hospital is a true celebration. We have set up a beautiful photo zone for families to take their first family photos.
Following discharge, our medical team provides patronage and remote support throughout the first month, ensuring that mother and baby always feel supported.
Advantages of the Mechnikov Hospital Maternity Center
The Mechnikov Hospital Maternity Center represents a unique combination of compassion and technology. Here, women with the most complex medical conditions give birth and become mothers. Our Center for Obstetric and Neonatal Care harnesses the full potential of a multidisciplinary hospital. Thanks to this, we have successfully delivered babies for women with kidney transplants, previous heart attacks, aneurysms, pacemakers, severe neurological disorders, oncological pathologies, and even combat wounds.
Adjacent to the maternity ward are intensive care units for both women and newborns, equipped to global standards. We deliver babies as early as the 22nd week of pregnancy—a level of care available only at select centers nationwide. Not every region has a facility like this, making the Mechnikov Hospital Center for Obstetric and Neonatal Care a flagship for safe childbirth in Ukraine.
Recommendations for Expectant Parents
We recommend preparing for childbirth in advance: attending the parenthood school and learning more about breathing techniques, birthing positions, and breastfeeding. This helps reduce anxiety and turns childbirth into a mindful, calm process. Do not hesitate to ask your doctors questions—they are there to explain every step. After giving birth, it is important to prioritize rest, nutrition, and health monitoring. And we remain in touch to support both you and your baby.
Why Choose Us
There is no indifference here. Only experience, heart, and a love for life. At the Mechnikov Hospital Maternity Center, everything is designed to make the moment of birth a joy, not a stress. We are by your side so you can say, "This was exactly the birth I dreamed of!"