Women's Health

Mainline Health is dedicated to delivering comprehensive and empathetic Women’s Health services to women throughout Southeast Arkansas. Whether you're entering adolescence, expecting a child, or navigating menopause, our devoted team of experts is here to provide the high-quality care you require and the individualized support you deserve. With Mainline Health, women can trust they are prioritized, making us the premier choice for OB/GYN services in the region.

We offer Women's Health services in SIX convenient locations:

• Monticello - Mainline Health Women's Clinic
• Star City - Mainline Health Star City Medical Clinic
• Warren - Mainline Health Warren Clinic
• Lake Village - Chicot Memorial Medical Center - located at 2729 Hwy 65 82 
• Eudora - Mainline Health Eudora Medical Clinic
• Sheridan - Mainline Health Sheridan Medical Clinic

For more information, or to schedule an appointment, please see our Women's Clinic page.

Obstetrics

Obstetric care is all about taking care of women before, during, and after pregnancy. At Mainline Health, obstetric care includes check-ups, monitoring the health of both the mother and the baby, ultrasound, routine lab work, other diagnostic testing deemed necessary by your provider, and providing support and guidance throughout the entire process. Our Women’s Health specialists work closely with expectant mothers to ensure a safe and healthy pregnancy. They provide prenatal care to monitor the progress of the pregnancy, offer advice on nutrition and exercise, and address any concerns or complications that may arise. After childbirth, they continue to provide postpartum care to monitor recovery and address any issues or concerns that may follow. Obstetric care is essential for ensuring the health and well-being of both mother and child throughout the entire journey of motherhood.

Access to Care

Maternal Health OB Case Management

Here at Mainline Health, the Obstetric (OB) Case Manager will oversee the coordination of healthcare services provided to you before, during, and after childbirth. The primary goal of OB case management is to offer educational information and to ensure the optimal health and well-being of both the mother and the baby throughout the pregnancy and postpartum period.

Prenatal Classes

Prenatal classes will be offered the second Wednesday of every month at Baptist Health - Drew County from 2:00 – 5:00 PM located in Monticello, AR. These classes will cover: stages of labor, true vs. false labor, C-section delivery, medications and anesthesia during labor, postpartum care, and infant care. Tours of the Labor & Delivery suites are also available upon request.

Maternal Health Community Health Worker (CHW)

Maternal health community health workers play a crucial role in reducing maternal mortality and improving maternal and child health outcomes, particularly in resource-constrained settings where access to healthcare services is limited. Here at Mainline Health, every new mom will have access to CHW services including:

• Resource guidance: The CHW may assist with any resources and support that is needed. Resource/referral information may include: information on how to get a car seat, prenatal and infant education classes, assistance with getting baby essentials, and so much more.
• Outreach and enrollment: To ensure access to care, the CHW may assist with enrollment for Medicaid insurance and WIC services.
• Transportation assistance: If you are unable to get to your appointments, we provide access to transportation services to and from our clinics through SEAT (Southeast Arkansas Transportation).
• Optional home visits: During each trimester and for up to TWO (2) years post-partum, the CHW may provide a home visit if needed to do a “check-in” with mom and baby for additional support.
• Ongoing care coordination: Services will be provided as additional consultations to resources, referral needs, and support groups led by the OB Case Manager and the CHW throughout the pregnancy and up to TWO (2) years post-partum.
• Social determinants of health screening: This is to indicate any social or emotional insecurity concerns.

Maternal Health Behavioral Health Services

Here at Mainline Health, we don’t just address physical concerns. We choose a holistic approach, which focuses on your physical, social, and emotional well-being. That is why we offer an option for Behavioral/Mental Health services for every new mom that comes through our doors. The mission of the behavioral health team at Mainline Health is to best support your well-being by understanding and treating the behavioral and mental conditions affecting your health.

It's important to note that everyone’s experience is unique, and concerns may vary in severity and presentation. Seeking support from healthcare professionals can help address and manage mental health concerns effectively during pregnancy.

Common pregnancy related mental health concerns:

• Anxiety and/or depression (may occur before, during, and/or after pregnancy)
• Perinatal Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
• Perinatal Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
• Stress
• Body Image Concerns
• Relationship Issues
• Substance Use Disorders

If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, please contact our Women’s Clinic at (870) 367-6246 to speak to a Maternal Mental Health specialist.

Suicide and crisis line: 988

Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741

Labor and Delivery

If you choose Mainline Health as your OB/GYN provider location, you will deliver at Baptist Health – Drew County. The facilities are second to none. The Labor & Delivery unit and the Olivia Faith Beebe Nursery opened in June of 2018. Tours of both areas are available to prospective patients and are part of the Childbirth Class curriculum. The large delivery rooms have private baths with showers. They are equipped with the incubators, scales, and other vital equipment needed for single, twin, and triplet births, allowing babies to “room in,” or remain with their mother as much as possible. The nursery has a secure entry, public viewing window, and state-of-the-art resources for their youngest patients. A nearby waiting area allows plenty of space for excited loved ones to gather. After initial recovery, mothers and babies will continue to be monitored on the adjacent post-partum floor.

Family Planning

At Mainline Health, family planning services are designed to help individuals and couples make informed decisions about their reproductive health and achieve their desired family size. These services typically include a range of resources and support aimed at promoting responsible and effective family planning. Here's an overview:

• Contraceptive counseling and methods: Birth control pills, patches, injections, intrauterine devices (IUDs), implants, and fertility awareness methods
• Reproductive Health Exams: Screening for cervical cancer, HPV, or STIs
• Preconception Health Care: Lifestyle factors, such as nutrition, exercise, and avoiding harmful substances, to optimize reproductive health and promote a healthy pregnancy

Gynecology

Gynecology care at Mainline Health includes routine check-ups, screenings, and treatments to ensure optimal gynecological health throughout a woman's life. Our team of specialists provide care for a range of conditions, including menstrual disorders, pelvic pain, abnormal Pap tests, diagnostic testing, sexually transmitted infections (STIs), menopause symptoms, and reproductive issues. Common gynecological services include pelvic exams, Pap smears, breast exams, and treatment for conditions such as uterine fibroids, ovarian cysts, and endometriosis. Our dedicated Women’s Health team believes gynecology services play a vital role in promoting women's health and well-being at every stage of life.

Surgical Procedures

Our certified OB/GYN providers may utilize minimally invasive techniques or perform traditional procedures, depending on the specific condition and patient's needs. If your OB/GYN provider decides that the procedure cannot be performed in-office at Mainline Health Women’s Clinic, the procedure will be performed at Baptist Health – Drew County located in Monticello, AR.