Birthing Pavilion Becomes Substance Treatment Hub

Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center is investing $900,000 in a groundbreaking new inpatient program for substance use treatment right inside its birthing pavilion, responding to New Hampshire’s highest rate of babies born exposed to substances. Two private suites are being converted into specialized withdrawal and medication rooms, with staff trained to handle complex, evolving drug challenges. Designed to feel welcoming—not clinical—the space will incorporate input from former patients and recovery experts. The hospital’s long-standing focus on compassionate care for pregnant patients with substance use disorder is expanding to include housing and insurance support. With over 12% of babies born in 2022 showing signs of exposure, the program aims to stabilize mothers in the pavilion before transitioning them to Families Flourish Northeast, a nearby residential center offering ongoing care for moms and kids—recognizing recovery as a lifelong journey. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/06a6ccc84479a93b