Women & Infants Hospital of Rhode Island

08/04/2026

We're honored to announce that Women & Infants Hospital was named one of Forbes' Top Hospitals by State for 2026.

The ranking is based on nationally recognized measures of quality, including patient outcomes, best practices, and patient experience. It's a reflection of the exceptional care our team provides every day and the trust our patients place in us.

Learn more:

The 2026 list of Forbes Top Hospitals by State rates the nation's best hospitals in each state. Discover the top-quality healthcare institutions in your state.

08/03/2026

Join us in supporting World Breastfeeding Week, August 3-7, 2026.

Stop by our educational table to connect with our Postpartum and Lactation team, ask questions, and get trusted breastfeeding information and resources for you and your family.

07/23/2026

Parents are seeing more information about vitamin K online, but not all of it is accurate. In a recent NBC 10 WJAR feature, Dr. Jill Maron, Pediatrician-in-Chief at Women & Infants Hospital, explained why the routine vitamin K shot given shortly after birth is so important.

As more families decline the shot, doctors are seeing an increase in preventable, life-threatening bleeding in newborns. Watch the story to learn more:

Dr. Jill Maron, the pediatrician-in-chief at Women & Infants Hospital.

07/21/2026

No matter where you are in your pregnancy journey, there's a class for you. Our childbirth and parenting education classes are designed to help you feel informed, prepared, and confident.

Choose from childbirth preparation, breastfeeding, newborn care, CPR, grandparent preparation, Babysitting Academy, family finances, and multilingual eClasses.

Find the class that's right for you and register today: https://hubs.ly/Q04q96HP0

07/20/2026

The Rhode Island Blood Center has declared a blood emergency as the region's blood supply falls below a two-day inventory, well below the level needed to meet routine and emergency patient needs.

Women & Infants Hospital will host a blood drive on Friday, July 31. Help patients in our community by scheduling a time to donate: https://hubs.ly/Q04pL-5Z0

06/25/2026

From your first consultation through recovery, our goal is to make sure you feel informed and supported every step of the way.

Dr. Beth Cronin, Division Director of the Division of General Obstetrics and Gynecology at Women & Infants Hospital, talks through the gender-affirming hysterectomy journey and what patients can expect before, during, and after surgery.

To learn more about our LGBTQIA+ Obstetric and Gynecologic Health Clinic, visit: https://hubs.ly/Q04mz5fy0

06/25/2026

06/24/2026

Want to raise a confident, capable babysitter? Babysitting Academy gives kids and teens the skills to care for children safely and responsibly.

Taught by certified educators, the course covers childcare, safety, first aid, CPR, positive discipline, and more. Sessions are available July 20–24 and August 3–7.

Registration is open now: https://hubs.ly/Q04mz4r50

06/23/2026

Join us in congratulating Dr. Heather Smith on her election to the American Medical Association Board of Trustees.

In this national leadership role, Dr. Smith will help shape policies and initiatives that impact physicians, healthcare systems, and patient access to care across the country. Her election brings Rhode Island's voice to some of the most important discussions in medicine today.

Read more: https://hubs.ly/Q04mddJ90