Mother-Baby Health
 | Key Takeaways |
- Preregistering for delivery with El Camino Health helps you save time, reduce stress and enjoy a smooth check-in at our Mountain View or Los Gatos hospital.
- Complete your preregistration between 24 and 30 weeks of pregnancy so our team can process your information, verify insurance and plan your admission.
- Online preregistration through myCare is quick and convenient, with support available if you need help or prefer to register by phone.
What to Know About Maternity Preregistration
Preregistering for your maternity admission helps ensure a smooth check-in when the time comes. We recommend registering around 24 to 30 weeks of gestation. Once we receive your registration, we’ll process your information, verify your insurance and plan for your hospital admission.
When Should I Preregister for My Delivery?
We recommend preregistering around 24 to 30 weeks of pregnancy to allow enough time to process your information and prepare for your delivery.
What Information Will I Need to Preregister?
You’ll need to provide your:
- Due date
- Emergency contact details
- Hospital location (Mountain View or Los Gatos)
- Insurance information
- Obstetrician or midwife’s name*
- Pediatrician’s name*
- Preferred pharmacy address
*First and last names needed
How Do I Preregister Online?
To preregister online:
- Log in to or register for myCare.
- Select “Register for My Delivery” under the menu.
- Verify your personal and insurance information.
- Complete the maternity questionnaire and click Submit. Once complete, you should see “Upcoming Delivery Confirmation” on your screen. You will also receive a confirmation email from our registration team once they have reviewed your registration.
What If I Don’t Have a myCare Account?
You can sign up for a myCare account online. If you don’t have an activation code, select “No, I don’t have a code” and verify your identity. For help, call 650-988-8366.
How Do I Set Up Emergency Contacts?
To set up emergency contacts:
- Log in to or register for myCare.
- In the menu, scroll down to “Account Settings” and select “Personal Information.”
- Go to the “Family & Friends” section.
- Add or edit emergency contact information. You must have at least one contact listed.
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Ashley trusted El Camino Health with the unexpected early delivery of her twins. Today, she has three toddlers and loves the small moments with her family that make life special.
People Also Ask
How will I know my preregistration went through?
You’ll see your delivery listed under “Visits” in myCare and receive an email confirmation within two to five business days after our staff processes your registration. If you don’t see the email, check your spam folder.
Please note: a confirmation email is helpful but not required for admission into labor and delivery.
What if I can’t preregister online?
If you don’t have internet access or need help, our registration team can assist you by phone at 650-940-7111, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Who can I contact with additional questions?
Our OB Concierge can answer questions, provide support or send you a digital copy of the maternity preadmission packet. Call 650-405-1446 or email OBConcierge@elcaminohealth.org.