Obstetrics
Pregnancy and having a baby is one of the greatest joys in life, but childbirth is also one of the most challenging experiences. As a Baby-Friendly Hospital, our Brookings OB unit helps parents-to-be from across our community in this life-changing moment. In this section, you'll find helpful resources about our OB services at our New Beginnings Center, when to come to the hospital for delivery, breastfeeding, and postpartum care.
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Birth & Baby Education
Register for our self-paced eClass to learn about labor and delivery, breastfeeding, and caring for yourself and your baby.
Watch & Learn
New moms from the Brookings area share their experiences delivering at the New Beginnings Birth Center, and OBGYN Dr. Tara Haarsma talks about labor and delivery including birth plans, stages of labor, and when you should come to the hospital.
Obstetrics News
Registration Open for Childbirth Support Specialists Doula Training
Registration is now open for the Childbirth Support Specialists Birth and Postpartum Doula workshop scheduled for June 29 and 30 at Brookings Health System.
New Ultrasound System Gives Sharper, Better Detailed Images
Brookings Health System recently upgraded to a new, state-of-the-art GE Fortis ultrasound system. The new system produces clearer images with more detail in all areas of the body, but especially for maternal fetal medicine scans and abdominal organ scans.
Brookings Health Rolls Out Hybrid Birth & Baby Education
Brookings Health System has rolled out a hybrid education format for parents expecting a baby.
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Emily Abele, M.D.
- Obstetrics
- Gynecological Surgery
- Incontinence Surgery
- Avera Medical Group Specialty Care
- Brookings Hospital
Larissa Bennis, M.D.
- Obstetrics
- Gynecological Surgery
- Robotic Surgery
- Avera Medical Group Specialty Care
- Brookings Hospital
Tara Haarsma, D.O.
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- Obstetrics
- Gynecological Surgery
- Robotic Surgery
- Avera Medical Group Specialty Care
- Brookings Hospital
