Concord Hospital is among the first five hospitals in New Hampshire to participate in the statewide rollout of TeamBirth, an evidence-based maternity care model designed to strengthen communication, shared decision-making, and safety during labor and delivery.
The initiative, coordinated by the Foundation for Healthy Communities, marks the first cohort of New Hampshire hospitals to implement TeamBirth. Developed by Ariadne Labs, the TeamBirth model centers on structured team huddles that occur at key moments during labor and delivery, such as hospital admission, when clinical conditions change, when delivery decisions are made, or whenever a patient or care team member requests one.
At Concord Hospital’s The Family Place, these huddles will bring together the person giving birth, their chosen support individuals (such as spouses, partners, doulas, or family members), and members of the labor and delivery team to review care plans, preferences, and expectations in real time.
“TeamBirth reinforces what we value most at The Family Place: listening to our patients and partnering with them throughout their birth experience,” said Concord Hospital Director, Women and Children’s Value Stream, Melissa Devine. “This structured communication approach ensures every voice is heard and every decision is made with clarity and shared understanding.”
By formalizing shared decision-making at pivotal moments, TeamBirth helps reduce misunderstandings, improve patient satisfaction, and promote equitable care outcomes. As part of the first New Hampshire cohort, Concord Hospital joins a select group of maternity care providers committed to advancing best practices in patient-centered care.
“The Family Place has long been recognized for its compassionate, family-centered approach,” said Caroline Elbaum, MD, a physician in the hospital’s obstetrics and gynecology practice. “Participating in TeamBirth demonstrates Concord Hospital’s continued leadership in enhancing quality and safety in maternity care.”
The statewide expansion of TeamBirth to all birthing hospitals is led by the Foundation for Healthy Communities in conjunction with the New Hampshire Perinatal Quality Collaborative and Unravel Healthcare. TeamBirth implementation for The Family Place at CH is scheduled to begin in April 2026.
For more information about The Family Place at Concord Hospital, visit concordhospital.org.