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If you are a new Center for Women's Health patient wishing to schedule an OB or GYN problem appointment, please call the practice or click the "Request an Appointment" button.
Established patients, please call or click the "Self-Schedule (Established Patient)" button to schedule in the Patient Portal.
Call (401) 788-1225 or Email to Request a Tour of the Women and Newborn Care Unit.
NEW LOCATION:
Dr. Moe and Sarah West Allen, CNM are now accepting new OB patients in our Newport location at 38 Powel Avenue.
My stay was in the women's wing of the hospital for the birth of our daughter. I cannot say enough GOOD things about the entire staff from our nurses to the dietary staff, everyone was wonderful!
- Patient, October 2025
South County Hospital's obstetrical program is designed to meet your needs and address your concerns. Our team of providers will help you understand and prepare for the changes taking place in your body.
South County Hospital’s Birthing Center currently holds 5-Star Ratings from HealthGrades for C-Section Delivery & Vaginal Delivery and features Neonatal Nurse Practitioners and Certified Lactation Consultants as part of the care team.

We were also the first hospital in RI to be designated Baby-Friendly. This mark of excellence encourages and recognizes hospitals and birthing centers that offer an optimal level of care for infant feeding and mother/baby bonding.
Having a baby is an exciting life event. It can also be overwhelming. Let us guide you through the stages of childbirth and provide support for parenting with our childbirth education programs.

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Medications for pain relief are available for you during labor and delivery.

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