Mother-Baby Health
 | Key Takeaways |
- The El Camino Health/Stanford Children's Health Perinatal Diagnostic Center is located on our Mountain View campus and provides advanced prenatal testing, maternal-fetal medicine consults and genetic counseling.
- Our specialists offer personalized support for high-risk pregnancies, including diabetes care through the Sweet Success Gestational Diabetes Program.
- With in-person and telehealth options, families have convenient access to expert diagnostics, clear guidance and peace of mind during pregnancy.
Maternal-Fetal Medicine Consult
Maternal-fetal medicine specialists are obstetricians with advanced training in managing high-risk pregnancies. They step in if your pregnancy needs closer monitoring due to medical risks or concerns. Working closely with you and your OB/GYN, they create a care plan that supports your health and your baby’s development.
Our specialists can help if you’ve had a high-risk pregnancy in the past, have a chronic health condition or develop unexpected complications during your pregnancy. During consultations, they’ll review your medical and pregnancy history, explain how it may affect your baby and offer recommendations tailored to your needs.
Your OB/GYN will connect you with a maternal-fetal medicine specialist if closer monitoring is needed, with consultations available both in person and virtually.
Genetic Counseling
Pregnancy often raises new questions, especially if your history or screening results suggest increased risks. Our genetic counselors provide clarity by helping you interpret your family and medical history, explaining the chance of inherited conditions and guiding you through testing and management options.
Genetic counseling is especially important for high-risk pregnancies. Your provider may refer you to genetic counseling if you have:
- A family history of genetic conditions
- An abnormal prenatal screening, DNA test or ultrasound
- Exposure to harmful substances that may affect your baby, like certain medications, infections or alcohol
- Repeated miscarriages
Our counselors will review your results, discuss what they mean and connect you to the right programs and specialists to plan your baby’s care.
How Do I Make a Genetic Counseling Appointment?
Your OB/GYN or provider must send a referral to the El Camino Health/Stanford Children’s Health Perinatal Diagnostic Center. Once we receive it, our office will contact you to schedule your appointment.
What Should I Do Before My Appointment?
Before your visit, one of our genetic counselors will reach out to learn more about your pregnancy and family history. You’ll need to complete a genetic counseling questionnaire. If your appointment is virtual, you’ll receive telehealth login instructions ahead of time.
What Happens After My Appointment?
We’ll share all recommendations and test results with you and your provider as soon as possible. If your baby is diagnosed with a genetic condition, our counselors work closely with the Stanford Children’s Fetal and Pregnancy Health Program to explain your baby’s condition, guide the next steps and help you plan for a safe delivery.
Sweet Success Program
Managing diabetes during pregnancy requires specialized care to keep both you and your baby healthy. The Sweet Success Program — part of California’s Diabetes and Pregnancy Program — provides support for expecting mothers with preexisting diabetes or gestational diabetes. Our team includes maternal-fetal medicine physicians, a registered dietitian diabetes educator, a registered nurse diabetes educator and other specialists who work together to support a safe pregnancy.
Through Sweet Success, you’ll receive:
- Frequent ultrasounds to monitor your baby’s growth
- Help managing your blood sugar during pregnancy
- Information about your diabetes, including how to monitor blood sugar and administer medications
- Nutrition and meal planning guidance
How Do I Make an Appointment With the Sweet Success Program?
If you have or receive a diabetes diagnosis during pregnancy, your OB/GYN can refer you to our program. Once our office receives the referral, we’ll contact you to schedule all necessary appointments.
What Should I Do Before My Appointment?
Before your visit, you’ll receive a welcome packet with information. Our team will help you order glucometer supplies, which you’ll need to bring to your appointment, so we can teach you how to use them.
Location and Hours
The El Camino Health/Stanford Children’s Health Perinatal Diagnostic Center is located at our Mountain View campus in the Sobrato Pavilion. We are open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., closed Saturday, Sunday and most major holidays.
Our Address
El Camino Health/Stanford Children’s Health Perinatal Diagnostic Center
| 2495 Hospital Drive, Suite 500, Mountain View, CA 94040 | Office phone: 650-988-7930 | Office fax: 650-988-7859 |
Visitors
We allow one healthy visitor during your scheduled appointment. If you are ill, please call the clinic before your visit, and we can help you reschedule.
Telehealth
We offer telehealth appointments for certain services. If you’re interested in telehealth, please talk to our team members when they call to schedule your appointment.
People Also Ask
What conditions can prenatal tests detect?
We can screen for conditions like Down syndrome, cystic fibrosis, spina bifida and other chromosomal or genetic disorders. Tests can also detect complications with the placenta, umbilical cord or fetal growth.
How soon in pregnancy should I schedule prenatal testing?
We normally perform most tests between 11 and 24 weeks. Your provider will guide the timing based on your needs.
What tests are available at the El Camino Health/Stanford Children’s Health Perinatal Diagnostic Center?
We offer a full range of prenatal screenings and diagnostics, including ultrasounds, nuchal translucency, amniocentesis, chorionic villus sampling, Doppler blood flow, biophysical profiles, and non-stress tests. Your provider will let you know which test is best for you and your specific situation.