Your Hometown, Your Birth Place
Birth care is back in the heart of our community. From high-risk pregnancy support to low-intervention birthing plans, our OB experts are here so you can receive personalized prenatal care, deliver your baby and recover close to home. Because every family deserves to welcome new life with confidence, comfort and care – right where you live.
Mother and Baby Care Family Birth Place Offers You
- Breastfeeding Support
- Board Certified Lactation Consultants on Staff
- Certified Breastfeeding Educator on Staff
- Childbirth Education Classes
- Comfortable, Home-like Environment Combined with Technology to Take Care of Your Family
- Dedicated, Skilled Staff to Help you Carry out Your Individual Birth Plan
- Family-Friendly Environment
- Hugs® Infant Protection System
- In-room Jacuzzi Available
- Many Options for Pain Control, Including Epidurals, or Support for Natural Delivery
- Newborn Observation Area for Newborns Requiring Special Attention
- Obstetrics Services
Tour Your Birth Place
Take a virtual tour of your hometown Birth Place and see how AdventHealth Ottawa is caring for growing families in the heart of our community.
Feel Ready for the Moments That Matter Most
- Childbirth - Five Week
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Designed specifically for first‑time parents, this five‑week comprehensive childbirth series is taught by a certified childbirth educator who walks participants through the stages of labor, comfort techniques, birthing positions, hospital expectations, available medications and includes our Newborn Care curriculum.
The first four weeks of this program feature Childbirth Education (CBE) while the fifth week is dedicated to breastfeeding. While the breastfeeding class is included in the class series, it can also be taken as a standalone session.
Upcoming Sessions:
- February 19 to March 9
- June 1 to June 29.
All classes will take place from 7 to 9 pm.
- Childbirth Weekend
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If the five‑week series doesn’t fit your schedule, these two half‑day sessions provide all the key information: the stages of labor, comfort techniques, birthing positions, what to expect during your hospital stay and medication options. Taught by a certified childbirth instructor, the class also includes our Newborn Care content.
Class dates are not yet available.
- Online Classes
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If your work or travel schedule makes traditional childbirth classes hard to attend, our online option provides convenient support from a certified childbirth educator via email and phone. This format is also ideal for expectant moms on bed rest or those who like to move through the material on their own timeline. The course must be finished within six weeks of enrollment.
- Newborn Care
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Strengthen your confidence for those first days at home with your newborn by learning what to expect in the hospital, understanding common newborn tests and procedures, and mastering baby‑care basics like bathing, diapering, cord care, safe sleep and soothing strategies. You’ll also pick up helpful insights inspired by Happiest Baby on the Block.
Meet Our Team
Meet our team of dedicated providers.
Bridget Abney, MD
Dr. Bridget Abney is a board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist and Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, bringing over 25 years of clinical experience to AdventHealth Ottawa. A graduate of the University of Missouri – Kansas City, Dr. Abney completed her residencies at Belleville Family Practice and UMKC, building a strong foundation in women’s health. Known for her compassionate, patient-centered approach, she is dedicated to delivering the highest standards of care to women across Franklin County and the surrounding region. Dr. Abney provides outpatient OBGYN services at AdventHealth Ottawa Health Park and holds admitting privileges at AdventHealth South Overland Park, AdventHealth Shawnee Mission and AdventHealth Ottawa.
Raven Weiss, MD
Dr. Raven Weiss is a Family Medicine and Obstetrics provider offering comprehensive care for individuals and families, with a special focus on women’s health and maternity care. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Molecular Biology from the University of Pittsburgh, with minors in chemistry and fine arts and completed her residency at Research Family Medicine Residency in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Weiss brings a deep commitment to whole-person care, supporting patients through every stage of life, including pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum and newborn care. She provides outpatient services at AdventHealth Ottawa Health Park and AdventHealth Wellsville Health Park, and plays a key role in the OB services offered at AdventHealth Ottawa.
Haley Lowell, MD
Dr. Haley Lowell is a Family Medicine and Obstetrics provider who offers comprehensive care for individuals and families, with a special focus on women’s health and maternity care. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Life Science/Gerontology from Kansas State University and received her Medical Degree from University of Kansas Medical Center. Dr. Lowell completed her residency at Wesley Family Medicine with Wichita Center for Graduate Medical Education. She brings a deep commitment to whole-person care, supporting patients through every stage of life, including pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum and newborn care. Dr. Lowell provides outpatient services at AdventHealth Ottawa Health Park and AdventHealth Wellsville Health Park, while also seeing patients for OB services at AdventHealth Ottawa.
Supporting Families in Franklin County
AdventHealth is committed to helping children and families thrive. Through the Community Resource Guide of Franklin County, local families can access a wide range of child-focused services, from trusted child care providers to dedicated child advocacy programs. Whether you're seeking safe, licensed care for your little ones or support for children navigating difficult circumstances, our community offers compassionate, professional resources designed to uplift and protect.
Explore services that nurture growth, ensure safety and empower every child to reach their full potential.
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