Sibley is proud to offer an exceptional birthing experience that has been trusted by parents-to-be for generations. Our space is designed from the ground up to offer comprehensive care that combines exceptional comfort and amenities with the latest medical technology.
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Sibley's Birthing Experience
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Family Centered Care Units
Special Care Nursery
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Important Information and Forms
Find a variety of resources, including pre-registration, birth certificate information and community resources. See also our patient guides below.
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Pre-Register to Have Your Baby at Sibley: To streamline your admission to the hospital, please pre-register by completing a pre-registration form before your eighth month of pregnancy.
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Once your baby is born, you will be provided with a Birth Certificate Worksheet while in the hospital, that you will need to complete before you leave. The information you provide on the Birth Certificate Worksheet will be used for your infant's birth certificate. The Birth Certificate is a legal document. Please help ensure the information is entered correctly by printing legibly when filling out the worksheet.
The State Center for Health Statistics Vital Records Division will not automatically send a copy of the Birth Certificate. To learn how to obtain a birth certificate, including forms and fees, please visit https://dchealth.dc.gov/service/birth-certificates.
If you would like to automatically receive a social security number for your child, please check the YES box, sign, and date on question #5 in the Birth Certificate worksheet. It will take 8-12 weeks to receive the social security card. If you have not received the card at the end of 12 weeks, please contact the Social Security Administration at 1-800-772-1213.
If you would like a Verification of Birth letter sent directly to you, please email: birthregistrar@jh.edu and include the following information:
- Birthing Person's Name
- Birthing Person's Date of Birth
- Baby's Date of Birth
Please allow up to 2 business days to receive your letter upon submission.
For any additional inquiries, please email the Birth Registrar’s department at BirthRegistrar@jh.edu.
Obtaining a Copy of the Birth Certificate
The State Center for Health Statistics Vital Records Division will not automatically send a copy of the Birth Certificate. You must order online, phone, mail or in person. To find out how to obtain a birth certificate, including forms and fees, please visit https://dchealth.dc.gov/service/birth-certificates.
Social Security Number
If you would like to automatically receive a Social Security Number for your child, please check the YES box, sign, and date on Question #5 in the Birth Certificate worksheet. It will take 8-12 to receive the Social Security Card. If you have not received the card at the end of 12 weeks, please contact the Social Security Administration at 1-800-772-1213.
Please Note: Social Security Cards will not be mailed to a P.O. Box address.
Verification of Birth Letter
The Birth Registrar’s department can provide a Verification of Birth letter to you at your request. Please email BirthRegistrar@jh.edu and include the following information:
- Birthing Person's Name
- Birthing Person's Date of Birth
- Baby's Date of Birth
Please allow up to 2 business days to receive your letter upon submission.
For any additional inquiries, please email the Birth Registrar’s department at BirthRegistrar@jh.edu.
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Newborn screenings help to identify infants who may need further testing to determine if hearing services are needed. Please call 202-364-7665 to schedule an appointment.
Patient Guides
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Healthy Pregnancy Guide PDF
Your guide to a healthy pregnancy. (English version)
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Mamá Sana (Guía en Español) PDF
Guía de cuidados en el embarazo. (en Español)
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Healthy Baby Guide PDF
A care guide for you and your baby. (English version)
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Bebé Sano (Guía en Español) PDF
Guía de cuidados para el bebé y la gestante. (En Español)