b'Mikella Van Dyke and daughter Copley, born September 2020 in The Birthing Suite at MCHnear and dear to her heartAs the parents of four young children, its safe to say thatOne of my sons injured his head sledding and the staff Mikella and Jamie Van Dyke of Rindge have their handscalmed my mama heart, helped my son remain unafraid, full. So when it came time to choose a hospital for theand took care of us as fast as they possibly could, birth of their youngest child, it wasnt a difficult decision. recalls Mikella. I knew in the scariest moment of my life that the staff would do all that they could for our family. I have had all of my kids at MCH, says Mikella. And thats just what they did.The experience was very personal each time. The doctors and nurses knew who I was, how manyNeedless to say, the peace of mind that comes with kids I had, and about my past deliveries. They go abovehaving a local hospital in the community is importantand beyond with each patient and listen intently to yourto the Van Dykes.wishes regarding your birthing plan.I am so happy I have a hospital close to home that I can While the Van Dykes are no strangers to the Birthingtake my family to and trust, says Mikella. I know I can Suite, they have utilized other services at the Hospital,count on the staff to always treat me fairly and kindly.including a trip to the emergency room followinga sledding accident. While we hope to only see the Van Dykes for routine visits, rest assured were here for any healthcare issues that arise, including the occasional wayward sled.5| 2021 ANNUAL REPORT'