To help moms & dads navigate the journey of pregnancy and parenthood, here is a sampling of some of our favorite resources throughout South Florida.
Published: January 14, 2021
Maternity Hospitals
Baptist Hospital
8900 N. Kendall Dr., Miami
786-596-1960
The Family Birth Place at Baptist Hospital was created with parents in mind with a warm and comfortable environment and specially designed birthing suites. The latest technology is readily available for mothers and newborns, and neonatologists are available 24 hours a day for babies who need extra attention. Programs for expectant parents include labor and delivery, breastfeeding and newborn care.
Broward Health Coral Springs
3000 Coral Hills Dr., Coral Springs
954-344-BABY (2229)
http://www.browardhealth.org/maternityplace
The Maternity Place at Broward Health Coral Springs provides top-notch care while keeping families’ privacy and comfort in mind. Special programs and services include 24-hour onsite neonatologist, all private postpartum rooms, water birth, family-centered Couplet Care, childbirth classes, prenatal yoga and siblings class. The Level II Neonatal Unit is staffed on a 24-hour basis with a highly skilled medical team to care for any baby needing special attention.
Broward Health Medical Center
1600 S. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale
954-355-4400
http://www.browardhealth.org/maternityplace
The Maternity Place at Broward Health Medical Center provides exceptional maternity care in routine and high-risk pregnancies. In-house specialists include anesthesiologist, neonatologist, obstetrician, and certified nurse-midwife around-the-clock. The 24-hour, state-designated Level III Neonatal Unit is able to support the tiniest and most fragile of babies. Birthing classes and parent support groups are available.
Holy Cross Hospital
4725 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale
954-771-8000
A Baby-Friendly designated birth facility, Holy Cross Hospital maternity services include welcoming birthing suites, a private post-partum unit, NICU Level II, childbirth education, infant safety and CPR, lactation education, and support.
Homestead Hospital
975 Baptist Way, Homestead
786-243-8000
Homestead Hospital offers the comforts of home with the safety and security of a modern, technologically advanced hospital unit. Nurses are experienced in labor and delivery, newborn nursery and postpartum care. Anesthesiologists are available 24 hours a day and neonatologists are readily available for babies who require special, intensive medical care.
Jackson Health System
• Jackson Memorial Hospital, 1611 NW 12 Ave., Miami, 305-585-1111
• Jackson North Medical Center, 160 NW 170 St., North Miami Beach, 305-651-1100
• Jackson South Medical Center, 9380 SW 150 St., Miami, 305-256-2150
Jackson Health, designated by the World Health Organization and United Nations Children’s Fund as officially meeting Baby-Friendly standards, provides maternity care at Jackson Memorial, Jackson North and Jackson South locations. A variety of birthing options are available, and specialists in maternal-fetal medicine, neonatal care and critical care are always on hand if needed.
Kendall Regional Medical Center
11750 SW 40 St., Miami
305-223-3000
Kendall Regional strives to provide individualized, quality maternity, and newborn care with compassion and respect in a warm environment. Labor and delivery rooms offer a relaxing setting with state-of-the-art technology. The secured maternity unit features 12 labor and delivery rooms, operating suites and recovery rooms nearby, 23 private postpartum rooms, a nursery, an eight-bed Level II and five-bed Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
Memorial Hospital Miramar
1901 SW 172 Ave., Miramar
954-538-5180
http://www.memorialmiramar.com
Professionals at Memorial Hospital Miramar help you through every stage of your childbirth journey — coaching and providing you with the knowledge and support to achieve a safe and treasured experience. The hospital features a NICU Level II, 18 LDR suites, and family-centered care. Sign up for baby care, breastfeeding classes, infant massage, Lamaze, sibling classes, Hypno-birthing, and more.
Memorial Hospital West
703 N. Flamingo Rd., Pembroke Pines
954-844-7110
The nursing staff consistently ranks high with parents for compassion and professionalism at Memorial Hospital West’s Family Birthplace. The hospital has 12 LDR suites, 26 postpartum rooms, and Birthplace amenities include fully private rooms and bathrooms. A level II NICU is equipped with the latest high-tech equipment and a highly trained staff. Childbirth and breastfeeding classes offered in both English and Spanish. Additional workshops for siblings, grandparents, car seat safety, baby care, infant safety, and CPR. A registered nurse is available for questions from all discharged patients.
Memorial Regional Hospital
3501 Johnson St., Hollywood
954-265-4484
http://www.memorialregional.com
The Perry Family Birthplace at Memorial Regional strives to provide mom with well-deserved privacy and optimal rest with spacious suites furnished with a sleeper sofa, dinette, and additional television for family and visitors. High-risk obstetrical care is offered through the Maternal-Fetal Medicine Program. The Wasie Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital is a level II and level III NICU with 24-hour coverage by neonatology. Special emphasis on preparation and support for parents, with classes in infant safety & CPR, baby care, breastfeeding, boot camp for new dads, and more.
Mercy Hospital
3663 S. Miami Ave., Miami
305-854-4400
The newly remodeled maternity wing at Mercy Hospital offers private birthing suites and spacious private postpartum suites with views of Biscayne Bay. The hospital’s Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, special care nursery, and an expert neonatologist are available 24 hours a day should the need arise. Mercy Hospital also offers childbirth education classes, lactation services, prenatal education, infant CPR and more.
Northwest Medical Center
2801 N. State Road 7, Margate
954-974-0400
Northwest offers state-of-the-art maternity care and the only level III NICU in northern Broward County. The nursery includes an advanced security system. Classes are offered in baby care, childbirth education, breastfeeding, and more.
Palmetto General Hospital
2001 W. 68 St., Hialeah
305-823-5000
http://www.palmettogeneral.com
The recently expanded Maternity Care Center at Palmetto General Hospital provides comprehensive services for expectant mothers through every stage of pregnancy. The team is composed of board-eligible and certified physicians and experienced, multilingual nursing staff. A number of maternity education classes, including Childbirth Preparation, Infant Breastfeeding, Newborn Care and Infant and Child CPR, are offered.
Plantation General Hospital
401 NW 42 Ave., Plantation
954-587-5010
http://www.plantationgeneral.com
The plantation has 9 LDR suites, 6 high-risk pregnancy rooms, 17 private postpartum suites, advanced level III NICU, lactation services, tours, Consult-A-Nurse, follow-up support, and childbirth, breastfeeding and CPR education classes.
South Miami Hospital
6200 SW 73 St., South Miami 786-662-4000
The Center for Women & Infants at South Miami Hospital is equipped with leading-edge technology and a team of highly skilled doctors, specialists and nurses to care for mothers and newborns from preconception to delivery. A Great Expectations program offers parents information about childbirth and parenting, and a Fetal Special Care and Maternal-Fetal Special Care Unit is available for high-risk pregnancies.
West Boca Medical Center
21644 State Road 7, Boca Raton
561-488-8000
West Boca Medical Center, a recipient of the Healthgrades Labor and Delivery Excellence Award five years in a row, is a five-star labor and delivery unit featuring a team of highly-trained obstetrics-gynecologists, maternal-fetal medicine specialists, nurses and nurse practitioners, lactation counselors, social workers, and more. West Boca Medical Center has an on-site Level III NICU, and the hospital offers lactation consult and support and a maternity education series taught by nurses, and postpartum support.
West Kendall Baptist Hospital
9555 SW 162 Ave., Miami
786-467-2000
Equipped with modern technology and skilled staff, the Beautiful Beginnings Family Birthing Place focuses on a patient- and family-centered care philosophy. The Beautiful Beginnings Program for Expectant Parents offers a variety of classes for new and experienced parents, including childbirth preparation, breastfeeding, newborn parenting, epidural anesthesia, Cesarean births, and infant CPR.
Adoption Resources
A Child is Waiting
http://www.davethomasfoundation.org
This free resource takes you through the typical steps to adopt, from thinking about which type of adoption is right for you to celebrating adoption day.
Childnet
954-414-6000
Florida Department of Children and Families
Broward: 954-375-6092
Miami-Dade: 786-257-5148
Florida’s Adoption Information Center
800-96-ADOPT
Forever Family
1-888-365-FAMILY
Jewish Adoptions and Foster Care Options
954-749-7230
Birthing Centers
A Birth Center
3001 W. Hallandale Beach Blvd., Hallandale Beach
954-456-4682
Alternative maternity care for women who are anticipating a normal, low-risk birth. The team approach includes the client as an equal team member. Every effort is made to create the loving, intimate feeling of an at-home birth, while maintaining safety. Routine gynecological care is also available.
Amazing Births & Beyond
17184 W. Dixie Highway, North Miami Beach
786-955-6560
http://www.amazingbirthsandbeyond.com
Expecting moms can learn the techniques of HypnoBirthing, a method that teaches relaxed, natural childbirth education enhanced by self-hypnosis, through a series of classes at several locations. Additional services include doulas, chiropractic care, yoga, massage therapy, and more.
Hollywood Birth Center
2316 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood
954-925-4499
http://www.hollywoodbirthcenter.com
A home-like maternity care unit designed to help families, including siblings, become involved in the events of pregnancy and childbirth in a safe personalized setting. Natural childbirth with the support you need.
Breastfeeding
Most hospitals offer breastfeeding classes, lactation specialists, and support groups. In addition, check out these resources.
Breastfeeding Helpline
1-800-994-9662
This national helpline offers support from trained breastfeeding counselors in both English and Spanish.
Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition of Broward County
954-765-0550
http://www.hmhbbroward.org/our-programs
This community organization is working to improve access to prenatal care, education, advocacy and public awareness for all families in Broward County.
La Leche League
Mother-to-mother support, encouragement, information, and education.
Children’s Hospitals & Urgent Care
After Hours Pediatric Urgent Care
http://www.afterhourspediatrics.com
• 5067 N. Dixie Highway, Oakland Park, 954-267-1621
• 6250 Lantana Rd., Lake Worth, 561-963-4874
Baptist Health Medical Plazas and Urgent Care
http://www.baptisthealthbroward.com
Multiple locations in Broward and Miami-Dade Counties.
Broward Health Coral Springs
3000 Coral Hills Dr., Coral Springs
954-344-3000
Holtz Children’s Hospital
1611 NW 12 Ave., Miami
305-585-5437
Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital
1005 Joe DiMaggio Dr., Hollywood
954-265-5324
Memorial Hospital Miramar
1901 SW 172 Ave., Miramar
954-538-5000
http://www.memorialmiramar.com
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital
Main Hospital Campus: 3100 SW 62 Ave., Miami
Miramar Outpatient Center: 12246 Miramar Parkway, Miramar
http://www.nicklauschildrens.org
Northwest Medical Center
2801 N. State Road 7, Margate
954-974-0400
Pediatric Associates
http://www.pediatricassociates.com
Multiple locations throughout Broward and Miami-Dade Counties.
Plantation General Hospital
401 NW 42 Ave., Plantation
954-587-5010
http://www.plantationgeneral.com
Salah Foundation Children’s Hospital Broward Health
1600 S. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale
954-355-4400
Crisis Assistance
211 First Call for Help
dial 2-1-1- or 954-537-0211
By simply dialing 211, residents can access Broward County’s nationally accredited comprehensive helpline for information and referrals to all kinds of support, health and human services. Free, confidential, and available for assistance 24 hours.
Women in Distress
954-761-1133
http://www.womenindistress.org
Provides victims of domestic violence with crisis intervention, advocacy, support and shelter.
Infertility
Resolve
A national nonprofit support group to assist couples dealing with infertility issues.
Medical Insurance
Florida KidCare
888-540-5437
Free or low-cost health insurance for children, sponsored by the state of Florida.
Moms’ Groups
MOMS Clubs
Connect with other moms in your neighborhood for social gatherings, playdates, and more. Chapters exist in many communities or get support to start your own club.
Mothers of Preschoolers
Meet other like-minded moms through this international support network of Christian women with preschool children. Groups meet regularly at churches in Broward and Miami-Dade Counties.
South Florida Mothers of Multiples
(formerly Coral Springs Mothers of Multiples)
Provides understanding, guidance, and education to moms raising multiple birth children.
Supermoms
A local group of members who chat online and gather in real life, either via planned playdates, parties, or other events.
Postpartum Depression
MOMS (Mothers Overcoming Maternal Stress)
954-765-0550
Program of the Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition provides counseling and services to women suffering from maternal depression through group classes and in-home visits, both pre- and post-natal. Counselors available 24/7.
Postpartum Support International
800-944-4773
Postpartum Support Online
Special Needs
Child Find
754-321-7200
Child Find is a public program that works to ensure that all children who need special education and related services receive a free appropriate education. Serves as an entry point for services from birth to age 5.
Health Care Clinics of Nova Southeastern University
3301 College Ave., Fort Lauderdale
954-262-4100
http://www.nova.edu/healthcare
NSU offers a range of clinic operations with services ranging from medical care, psychological services, speech and communications therapy, hearing and balance center, and more.
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital
Dan Marino Outpatient Center
2900 S. Commerce Parkway, Weston
954-385-6200
http://www.nicklauschildrens.org
This not-for-profit center offers comprehensive evaluation and treatment of children with special needs.
Unicorn Children’s Foundation Clinics
Nova Southeastern University
7600 SW 36th St., Davie, 954-262-CARE
http://www.nova.edu/unicornclinics
Expert clinicians provide a comprehensive spectrum of services including development assessment, diagnostics, autism education, assistance with feeding disorders and parent training to deal with challenging behaviors.
Support for Parents
Children’s Services Council
954-377-1000
An agency created by voters to provide leadership, coordination, and funding for children’s services. See website for a list of funded programs.
Family Central
1415 W. Cypress Creek Rd., Fort Lauderdale
954-720-1000
The not-for-profit agency offers childcare assistance, counseling, education, family therapy, and more.
Healthy Mothers/Healthy Babies Coalition
954-765-0550
A community organization aimed at reducing infant mortality through education on maternal health, father involvement, safe sleeping environments, and breastfeeding. HMHB is dedicated to providing resources and education
to pregnant women, new parents, and families.
Start Coalition of Miami-Dade
7205 NW 19 St., Miami
305-541-0210
Serves as part of a statewide network of community-based organizations to reduce Florida’s high infant mortality and improve the lives of pregnant women and their families. The Coalition is responsible for the establishment and oversight of the Miami-Dade Healthy Start system, which includes directing local, state and federal funding and provides oversight to local community organizations that deliver direct services to pregnant women and families of newborns, continuous care coordination to pregnant women and children birth to age 3, evaluating services and the needs of the community, and quality assurance and improvement responsibilities.
The Parenting Place
NSU’s Mailman Segal Center for Human Development, 7600 SW 36 St., Davie
954-262-7127
The Parenting Place offers many support groups and classes for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and parents. Expectant families can prepare for their new addition, and new moms and dads can discover the wonders of their amazing newborn. The Parenting Place also offers support with sleepless nights, fussy babies, and willful toddlers. One-on-one parent coaching available.
