While your newborn is in our nursery, our care is focused on anticipating any risks, supporting the baby's well-being and facilitating integration into the family.

Newborns are assessed by a registered nurse upon arrival to the nursery. Fathers are welcome to stay with the baby during this assessment. Following the assessment period, babies are reunited with their mothers.

Universal hearing screenings are a standard of care at El Camino Hospital and a hearing screening will be completed before your baby is discharged from the hospital. El Camino Hospital participates in the California Department of Health Services newborn screening program. The program screens babies for 72 disorders. To learn more about the screenings visit the Department of Health Services of California website.

Security and safety
Upon birth your baby will receive a numbered armband. A matching numbered band is also given to both the birth mother and father. When the baby is brought to your room or you visit the baby in the nursery, the bands will be matched by the nursing staff.

Before your baby is discharged from the hospital, as required under California State Law, you must provide a secure, correctly adjusted car seat. Before you arrive to transport your baby home, make sure your car seat fits your car and it is ready to be used by your newborn.