Definition och Betydelse av "maternity ward"

What is "maternity ward"?

A maternity ward is a specialized area within a hospital where pregnant women give birth and receive care after giving birth. It is designed to provide a supportive and safe environment for mothers and their newborn babies during and after childbirth. Maternity wards have delivery rooms, postpartum recovery rooms, nurseries, and breastfeeding support areas. Healthcare professionals including obstetricians, midwives, nurses, and pediatricians work together to monitor the health of both mother and baby, provide medical care, and offer guidance on breastfeeding, newborn care, and recovery after birth.