Labor and delivery in Norwich, CT
William W Backus Hospital is the hospital in Norwich, Connecticut that delivers babies. Together it handled 945 deliveries in 2025. Its first-birth C-section rate is 20%, against 29% across Connecticut and the U.S. median of 26%.
The hospital
William W Backus Hospital
326 Washington St
Birthing-FriendlyFirst-birth C-section rate 20%945 deliveries in 2025
Other nearby hospitals that deliver babies
| Hospital | City | Miles | First-birth C-section rate | Deliveries, 2025 | Birthing-Friendly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lawrence & Memorial Hospital | New London | 14 | 26% | 1,177 | Yes |
| Day Kimball Hospital | Putnam | 27 | – | – | Yes |
| Manchester Memorial Hospital | Manchester | 28 | – | – | Yes |
| Middlesex Hospital | Middletown | 29 | 27% | 829 | Yes |
| South County Hospital Inc. | Wakefield | 29 | 28% | 692 | No |
| Kent County Memorial Hospital | Warwick | 33 | – | – | Yes |
More labor and delivery in New London County
- Lawrence & Memorial Hospital (New London)