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Great Expectations Labor and delivery in South Florida NICU View at Memorial West in Pembroke Pines

BY JENNIFER JHON Advances in technology and a return to natural-birth methods have changed the way newborns are delivered and cared for in South Florida.

Hospitals have made earnest efforts to reduce C-section rates and refuse to deliver before 39 weeks, except in cases of medical necessity.

Many hospitals also have initiatives supporting the importance of family bonding at birth.

Jackson Memorial The Women’s Hospital at Jackson Memorial in Miami puts an emphasis on family togetherness during and after the birth, CEO Geralyn Lunsford said, “so when you have a baby now, it is a wonderful family-centered approach to maternity care.”

That means family members – not just dads – are welcome in the labor room.

“We are all about honoring the mother’s and father’s choice with birthing experiences,” said Jane McCarthy, director for patient care services. “If mom wants her whole family with her to welcome this baby into the world, as long as we’re under a controlled setting and baby is stable, they’re more than welcome to join in the birthing experience.”

McCarthy said babies are put on mom’s chest the moment they are born at Jackson, whether via C-section or vaginal birth, to cuddle and to nurse for at least 60 minutes.

“That helps with thermal regulation for the baby, and with mom and dad bonding with the baby,” she said.

Once the family is ready to move, they go downstairs together to the newly renovated Little Miracles maternity suites, with private rooms and a relaxation lounge stocked with coffee, tea, pastries and fruit.

“We don’t ever separate for a minute as long as the baby is doing fine, the mom is doing fine,” Lunsford said. “We keep them all together.”

Babies aren’t taken to a nursery. “We don’t have a nursery,” she said. “We keep the babies with the parents the entire time, and it’s quite an enjoyable experience.”

South Miami Hospital Baptist Health’s South Miami Hospital Center for Women & Infants also emphasizes keeping the family together, said the center’s chair, Dr. Jorge Perez. Moms and babies room together, and the newborn bath is delayed for up to 24 hours to encourage bonding time.

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South Miami’s suites, he said, which have beds for mom and baby and couches for dads or other family members to spend the night.

The arrangement, he said, reduces the stress and anxiety of having a child. “Even in jaundice, the baby stays with the mom,” he said.

South Miami Hospital has walking epidurals for moms to encourage vaginal births, Perez said, and the hospital does not allow elective C-sections.

To make the birthing process easier on babies during their first hour, which Perez called the “golden hour,” South Miami’s labor and delivery rooms are warmed up to body temperature to ease baby’s transition to life outside the womb. The doctors wear airconditioned gowns to stay comfortable in the heat.

They also practice delayed cord clamping, waiting 30 seconds to 1 minute after birth to clamp the umbilical cord, to keep blood flowing from the mom to the baby.

South Miami also has a free umbilical blood cord donation program and a screening policy to detect postpartum depression in new moms before they go home, as well as breastfeeding and lactation support for its moms 24 hours a day and support groups for moms for a year after birth.

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Memorial Healthcare System Hypnobirth and NICU View – streaming video of babies in intensive care – are the big initiatives at Memorial Hospital in Broward County.

The webcams, one for each baby in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, have been a big hit, said Gessy Target Johnson, director of nursing at Family Birthplace at Memorial Hospital.

Families can log in with a password, and “they can literally watch their baby all day and keep track of their baby’s care,” she said. “So the moms love it.”

NICU View is live at Memorial West in Pembroke Pines. “Memorial Regional [in Hollywood] is on their way. Memorial Miramar will be last,” by the end of the year, Johnson said.

Dads are getting more time in the NICU at Memorial as well. “They’re allowing dad that ability to be at the bedside with the baby doing kangaroo time. … We’ll let dad take off his shirt and put the baby right on his chest; it’s a little different.”

Memorial Hospital Miramar offers a hypnobirth class with a certified perinatal educator. Moms are taught how to hypnotize themselves and refocus their pain during labor. As a result, they’re staying home longer, Johnson said.

“We just had a patient, she stayed home, [despite this being her] first baby, until she was 9 centimeters,” Johnson said. “Within an hour and a half, she had a baby. No meds, no epidural, and her comment was, ‘I wasn’t feeling the pain.’ ” Moms who have taken the hypnobirth class have options during labor. “They can walk around, they don’t have to be tied down to the fetal monitors during their entire labor,” Johnson said. “They’re allowed to take hot showers, they’re allowed to be on their birthing ball.

“These moms are really prepared, so we’re comfortable having them do those things,” she said.

The goal of the hypnobirth class is to decrease the C-section rate, Johnson said.

“That’s a huge plus for obstetrics moving forward because now there’s that rule: Once you’re a C-section, you’re always a C-section. And the more C-sections you have, the higher the risks become for hemorrhage and other complications.”

Memorial Miramar’s hypnobirth class is also a way to bring natural birth back into the hospital setting.

“We want to support that home birth, and this is a good way of doing it,” Johnson said. “You’re allowed to labor at home, no medication, no Pitocin, we’re not rushing your delivery. … We’re giving your body time to flow with the birthing process.”

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Natural birth is also easier on the fathers, Johnson said. “Sometimes when you’re watching your poor wife in labor and she’s screaming … that’s very dramatic for the fathers. Sometimes we lose a couple dads – they faint, they can’t take it. The dads, realizing that mom is in control [through hypnobirth] … they can be a lot more supportive.”

After a baby is born at Memorial, the baby’s bath is delayed to increase bonding time with mom and encourage breastfeeding. The delay can also boost the baby’s immunity, thanks to the microorganisms captured in the waxy coating on a baby’s skin during the birth process. “We will wipe the baby down,” Johnson said. “But the benefits of having that flora on the baby is a huge plus. The research on that is saying baby’s immune system gets strong by having that flora. … So they’re leaving that on.”

Memorial also has a system in place for moms who need more specialized care.

Its High Risk Perinatal Navigation system identifies moms who are high risk and plans in detail for her care. The system means Memorial is prepared for moms with hypertension, cardiac conditions, moms with cancer, transplants, paraplegics, previous C-sections and other complications.

“Every player that’s going to have a part in that delivery meets ahead of time,” Johnson said. “They plan the delivery, they have the surgeons in the room, everybody who needs to be there is already aware, and the patient’s aware.”

Broward Health The Maternity Place at Broward Health Medical Center in Fort Lauderdale seeks to put mom in control of her birth process, said Tonia Royster, the manager for labor and delivery.

“We support birth plans 100 percent,” she said. “We encourage [moms] to speak up and speak out … so we understand their expectations when they come in. It is attached to their prenatal record, so when they come in, we have that information ahead of time.”

Several programs help with that planning, including a concierge service in which a physician commits to the client, no matter when baby is born, Royster said.

A concierge physician meets the mom, develops a birth plan to meet her needs and stays with her throughout labor and delivery.

With the concierge service, moms have greater options in natural childbirth, such as water birth. “Water birth is very popular and common,” she said.

A patient must have a physician who provides that service, Royster said. “They bring the device in, the inflatable tub. They will inflate it and add the water. They will deliver the baby in the water, and then they transition back into the bed.”

Broward Health is also one of the few hospitals in South Florida to offer nitrous oxide. “It’s a 50 percent blend of oxygen and nitrous, and the moms are using it for pain management.”

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much their baby is eating. Moms do not have to deliver at the hospital to use the services, she said.

The hospital has also implemented a postpartum support group. “It’s underdiagnosed, and it’s undertreated,” Yormark said.

“We work with our department of psychology and offer it with topics. … And it’s free.

There is another place offering postpartum support, but you have to pay.”

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the mixture in until she gets the comfort she needs.

The benefit of nitrous oxide is that it absorbs quickly, so it has no effect on the baby, she said.

Moms at Broward Health usually start with nitrous oxide, and if they change their minds, they can go to an epidural, Royster said. “It gives moms something besides breathing exercises to manage their pain.”

Broward Health also offers a Dancing with Birth class, which teaches moms rhythmic movement with music. “So instead of lying in bed, women can get up and usually use some type of a dance motion to help with the laboring of the baby,” Royster said.

With the hospital’s wireless fetal monitors, mothers are able to get up, move around and get wet while being monitored, and the activity helps the labor to advance, she said.

Family togetherness is also a priority at Broward Health, said Alana Yormark, the nurse manager of Maternity Place.

A baby born there is quickly examined and then put back on the mom’s chest, she said. “If mom can’t do that … if the dad is there, we’ve done skin-to-skin with the dad. And that encourages bonding.”

Broward Health moves baby and mom as a family unit to the new suites at Maternity Place, which include full-size beds so a family member can sleep with mom, Yormark said. Visitors are allowed to stay 24 hours a day in the center’s private rooms and upgraded suites.

Broward Health also offers “Tea and Teach” time every evening for moms who are going to be discharged the next day, Yormark said. “Mom gets a warm beverage, and then the nurses take that time to do one-on-one teaching.”

Broward Health has full-service lactation services and a breastfeeding support group, and it is open 24 hours for breast pump rentals. It also rents scales that moms can use pre- and post-feeding to check how

Boca Raton Regional In recent years, Boca Raton Regional Hospital has focused on trying to improve the mother-baby care, said Karen Edlington, director of women’s and children’s services.

The hospital has “gentle C-sections” using clear drapes during the operation so moms can see their babies being born, and policies that keep babies with their moms as much as possible.

Moms are encouraged to have their baby stay with them instead of in the nursery, and doing as much skin-to-skin contact as they can, even if they are not breastfeeding.

Boca Regional also delays bathing of newborns until after 24 hours.

“That’s all part of keeping mom and baby together, especially during those transitional hours,” Edlington said. “When you delay the bathing, you really get to do the actual bath much more as a family teaching moment than you do when it’s done in those really early hours after birth. … It’s much more meaningful, too.”

Boca Regional has breastfeeding support seven days a week, including nighttime support; a lactation service that includes pump sales and rentals; and a free breastfeeding support group that meets twice a week.

The hospital also supports natural birth and allows aromatherapy in every room.

It does not allow water births, but it does have hydrotherapy, thanks to a partnership with The Orchid Nest, which rents tubs for laboring moms. Doulas are welcome and wireless monitors allow moms in labor to move around and get in the water.

“Whatever kind of delivery or birth that you’re looking for, we can answer to that,” Edlington said. “We definitely support natural childbirth, the birthing balls, aromatherapy, hypnobirthing, all of that.

We’re very used to supporting those types of parents.”

Boca Regional also offers various classes, such as childbirth, prenatal baby care, prenatal breastfeeding and even a hypnotherapy course taught by The Orchid Nest. There is a breastfeeding group daily for moms on the maternity floor and a formal discharge class for every mom.

The NICU at Boca Regional is a Level 2, but all nurses there are Level 3 trained,

and a neonatologist is in house 24 hours a day. Within the NICU, the hospital supplies donor milk for NICU babies, and the hospital is a milk depot, so registered donors can drop milk there for distribution to NICU babies throughout Florida.

St. Mary’s Personal attention and education are important at The Birthplace at St. Mary’s Medical Center in West Palm Beach, said Amy McGuire, director of women’s services.

The Birthplace has an OB Navigator who helps expecting moms prepare for birth. “She meets with our mothers prior to delivery and gets personalized support, then she follows them during their stay here,” McGuire said. “She rounds on them every day, and then she also does a followup home visit.”

The nurses at St. Mary’s also contribute.

“All of our nurses are trained in getting the mom ready to know how to take care of herself and her baby when she goes home,” McGuire said. “And so each nurse will meet privately with their patient and go through and make that teaching session individualized for that patient, so really focusing on what she needs help with.”

St. Mary’s also has a pharmacy liaison, who meets with moms before discharge about their medications, and a liaison who meets with each patient to determine if there are any community services they would benefit from, such as Healthy Mother, Healthy Babies, or WIC. “It’s like a one-stop shop,” she said.

Moms at St. Mary’s are encouraged to have a birth plan, and wireless fetal monitors allow them freedom of movement during labor, McGuire said. Moms can get up and walk around in the hallways or get in a birthing tub. “You’re not attached to anything,” she said.

“We also have birthing balls that patients can sit on, it kind of looks like a big exercise ball. And then they also have a peanut ball, which is something new. It is literally shaped liked a peanut, and if you lay on your side, you kind of put one leg on top of it and that helps with the rotation of the baby.

“It’s just something that most women find very comfortable, and it will help their labor to progress.”

St. Mary’s also encourages breastfeeding within the first hour following delivery and encourages skin-to-skin contact for at least three hours after birth, with the bath delayed until after that time. “If she doesn’t want to do skin-to-skin or she can’t, her partner can,” McGuire said. “Even our moms in recovery after a C-section can do skin-to-skin.”

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Information for this listing was provided by individual hospitals and birthing centers.

South Florida Parenting is not responsible for errors or inaccuracies. Each hospital or birthing center was contacted via phone or email for a chance to participate.

Miami-Dade County Baptist Hospital of Miami 8900 N. Kendall Drive, Miami BaptistHealth.net/Babies, 786-596-2065 • Deliveries in 2016: 3,867 • C-section percentage in 2016: NA • Average days of stay for vaginal delivery: 2 • Average days of stay for a C-section: 3 • NICU: Level II and III • 2016 cash price for planned delivery: NA Overnight policy? One support person allowed overnight.

Doulas allowed? Yes Notable amenities: High-risk ante-partum unit; Neonatology in house 24/7; Post-partum Depression Screenings; Public cord blood banking; 24-hour epidural service. Childbirth classes are offered by experienced educators, including Mommy 101, Daddy 101, New Big Brother/Big Sister, Baby CPR, Infant Massage, etc. For mothers-to-be who have been ordered bed rest, we offer a web-based childbirth class. Exclusive breastfeeding support by in house certified lactation consultants.

Follow-up support: Discharge follow up phone calls for postpartum depression screening. Post-partum depression support group.

Discharge resource booklet. Lactation consultation, breastfeeding support and community resources. Breast pump rentals. Free patient care navigator.

Hialeah Hospital 651 E. 25th St., Miami HialeahHosp.com, 305-835-4680 • Deliveries in 2016: Approximately 1,500 • C-section percentage in 2016: NA • Average days of stay for vaginal delivery: 2 • Average days of stay for a C-section: NA • NICU: Level II • 2016 cash price for planned delivery: NA Overnight policy? One partner is allowed to stay overnight.

Doulas allowed? Yes Notable amenities: Private rooms as available.

Follow-up support: Lactation consultant, we also offer breastfeeding classes and support group.

Homestead Hospital 975 Baptist Way, Homestead BaptistHealth.net/Babies, 786-243-8420 • Deliveries in 2016: 1,573 • C-section percentage in 2016: NA • Average days of stay for vaginal delivery: 2 • Average days of stay for a C-section: 3 • NICU: Special Care Nursery only • 2016 cash price for planned delivery: NA Overnight policy? One support partner is allowed overnight.

Doulas allowed? Yes Notable amenities: Free childbirth preparation classes Follow-up support: Discharge follow up phone calls, including screenings for post-partum depression and adjustment to new baby. Followup lactation services and breastfeeding support group.

The Women’s Hospital at Jackson Memorial 1611 NW 12th St., Miami JacksonHealth.org, 305-585-5351 • Deliveries in 2016: 4,021 • C-section percentage in 2016: 49.2% • Average days of stay for vaginal delivery: 2.47 • Average days of stay for a C-section: 3.2 • NICU: Level III • 2016 cash price for planned delivery: $3,630 Average fee for

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Vaginal/Cesarean birth Overnight policy? We have overnight accommodations for one guest.

Doulas allowed? Yes Notable amenities: Comprehensive maternity care for mothers and their baby; a family-centered approach to maternity care that starts immediately after birth. Babies are placed skin-to-skin on their mother’s chest, allowing for the most intimate contact. Baby-Friendly standards, in which mothers are empowered to give their babies the best possible start by educating them about the benefits of breast feeding. Spa-like atmosphere, private, and spacious maternity suites, relaxation lounge for family, coffee and tea bar. VIP package includes an oversized suite, L’Occitane toiletries, and gourmet menu selections, amongst other welcome “surprises.” Access to world-class facilities and physicians, including Florida’s largest neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) at Holtz Children’s Hospital – a designated level III NICU adjacent to the maternity unit. High success rates for vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC); internationally board-certified lactation consultants.

Follow-up support: The Women’s Hospital at Jackson Memorial hosts a series of programs for expecting parents, including baby showers, tours of our labor and delivery facilities, breastfeeding support groups and parenting classes. Visit jacksonmaternity.org or call 305-5854MOM to reserve your space.

Jackson North Medical Center 160 NW 170th St., North Miami JacksonHealth.org, 305-654-3052 • Deliveries in 2016: 1,950 • C-section percentage in 2016: 34.5% • Average days of stay for vaginal delivery: 2.47 • Average days of stay for a C-section: 3.2 • NICU: Level II • 2016 cash price for planned delivery: $3,630 Average fee for Vaginal/Cesarean birth Overnight policy? We have overnight accommodations for one guest.

Doulas allowed? Yes Notable amenities: Comprehensive maternity care for mothers and their baby; a family-centered approach to maternity care that starts immediately after birth. Babies are placed skin-to-skin on their mother’s chest, allowing for the most intimate contact. Baby-Friendly standards, in which mothers are empowered to give their babies the best possible start by educating them about the benefits of breast feeding.

Level II NICU, Vaginal birth after Cesarean (VBAC) deliveries; Certified Nurse-Midwife programs.

Follow-up support: Jackson North hosts a series of programs for expecting parents, including baby showers, tours of our labor and delivery facilities, breastfeeding support groups and parenting classes. Visit jacksonmaternity.org or call 305-585-4MOM to reserve your space.

Jackson South Community Hospital 9333 SW 152nd St., Miami JacksonHealth.org, 305-256-5356 • Deliveries in 2016: 951 • C-section percentage in 2016: 38.4% • Average days of stay for vaginal delivery: 2.47 • Average days of stay for a C-section: 3.2 • NICU: Level I • 2016 cash price for planned delivery: $3,630 Average fee for Vaginal/Cesarean birth Overnight policy? We have overnight accommodations for one guest.

Doulas allowed? Yes Notable amenities: Comprehensive maternity care for mothers and their baby; a family-centered approach to maternity care that start immediately after birth. Babies are placed skin-to-skin on their mother’s chest, allowing for the most intimate contact. Baby-Friendly Designated birth facility by Baby-Friendly USA, Inc. – a global program sponsored by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF). L&D suites, OB triage, postpartum, private rooms; vaginal birth after Cesarean (VBAC) deliveries.

Jackson South features a helipad that could be used to air-transport

babies who require additional care at Holtz Children’s in just a few minutes.

Follow-up support: Jackson South hosts a series of programs for expecting parents, including baby showers, tours of our labor and delivery facilities, breastfeeding support groups and parenting classes. Visit jacksonmaternity.org or call 305-585-4MOM to reserve your space.

Kendall Regional Medical Center 11750 SW 40 St., Miami KendallMed.com, 305-227-5590 • Deliveries in 2016: 1,948 • C-section percentage in 2016: 62% • Average days of stay for vaginal delivery: NA • Average days of stay for a C-section: NA • NICU: Level III • 2016 cash price for planned delivery: NA Overnight policy? Significant other is allowed to stay overnight.

Doulas allowed? They are allowed as long as there is no interference with performance of the clinical/medical care.

Notable amenities: Our Maternity department is committed to deliver personal, individualized quality care with compassion and respect in a warm and friendly atmosphere to our patients and their families. We strive to provide a positive environment that will enrich our patient’s birth experience. Our philosophy is based on the belief that each family is unique and different in its needs and background. The secured unit is comprised of the following: 12 LDR Rooms, 2 Operating Rooms Suites, 4 bed Recovery Room, Nursery, 8 Bed Level II & 5 Bed Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Units, 23 Private Post Partum Rooms. Our contemporary newly remodeled labor and delivery rooms offer a relaxing atmosphere with state of the art technology.

Follow-up support: Breast feeding classes, infant safety classes, monthly car seat inspection event, post discharge phone calls & referral based upon needs.

Mercy Hospital 3663 S. Miami Ave., Miami MercyMiami.com, 305-285-2186 • Deliveries in 2016: 1,884 • C-section percentage in 2016: 55% • Average days of stay for vaginal delivery: NA • Average days of stay for a C-section: NA • NICU: NICU Level II • 2016 cash price for planned delivery: NA Overnight policy? We welcome one guest to stay with you overnight.

Doulas allowed? No Notable amenities: After the birth of your baby, you and your family will enjoy a spacious private postpartum suite overlooking beautiful Biscayne Bay. Our welcoming and well-appointed accommodations will envelop you, your newborn and all family members in private luxury. You will find our suites furnished with television, WIFI access and other amenities to make your experience a memorable one. Your care and that of your baby’s, will be guided by a knowledgeable and caring staff of medical professionals that include certified nurses and board certified obstetricians that understand family centered care.

What you can expect at Mercy: A Neonatal Hospitalist team consisting of a Neonatologist and/or Neonatal Nurse Practitioner. A highly trained Physician Laborist. Anesthesia Coverage. A highly skilled nursing staff, whose certifications include: Electronic Fetal Monitoring, Neonatal Resuscitation, Advanced Cardiac Life Support and STABLE. Three on-site Operating Rooms, both equipped with the very latest Technology for scheduled or unscheduled Cesarean Sections. State-of-the-art Infant Security System – we are a locked OB unit. Personalized and Compassionate Care. Flexibility in Labor Choices. Visiting Hours 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Follow-up support: Mercy offers continuing assistance to you and your family including a discharge class; your nurse can provide a list of support groups and telephone numbers.

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connect & learn Mount Sinai Medical Center 4300 Alton Road, Miami Beach msmc.com, 305-674-2830 • Deliveries in 2016: 2,678 • C-section percentage in 2016: 45% • Average days of stay for vaginal delivery: 2.51 • Average days of stay for a C-section: 3.04 • NICU: Level III • 2016 cash price for planned delivery: $3,500 vaginal, $6,300 c-section Overnight policy? One significant other can stay overnight Doulas allowed? Yes Notable amenities: Suites available, executive dining option, free WiFi. Prenatal Childbirth classes, breastfeeding class, infant CPR/Safety available. In house obstetrician and pediatrician available 24/7.

Follow-up support? Lactation support

North Shore Medical Center 1100 NW 95th St. , Miami NorthShoreMedical.com, 305-835-6123 • Deliveries in 2016: 1,995 • C-section percentage in 2016: NA • Average days of stay for vaginal delivery: 2 • Average days of stay for a C-section: 3 • NICU: Level III • 2016 cash price for planned delivery: Call for rates Overnight policy? One partner is allowed.

Doulas allowed? Yes Notable amenities: All private rooms.

Follow-up support: On staff, full time Lactation consultant. We also offer free breast feeding classes and support group.

Palmetto General Hospital 2001 W. 68th St., Hialeah PalmettoGeneral.com, 305-364-2175 • Deliveries in 2016: NA • C-section percentage in 2016: NA • Average days of stay for vaginal delivery: NA • Average days of stay for a C-section: NA • NICU: Level II • 2016 cash price for planned delivery: NA Overnight policy? Family and friends are encouraged to visit between the hours of 9 am and 9 pm each day. “Open Visitation” during all hours of each is encouraged to facilitate the healing process. “Open Visitation” for the purposes of this document is defined as the presence of family unit members and/or patient support system members when they are needed at any time, around the clock. Patient visitation rights include the right to receive visitors designated by the patient, including, but not limited to, a spouse, a domestic partner (including a same-sex domestic partner), another family member, or a friend.

Doulas allowed? Yes, only in the role of support to the patient.

Notable amenities: VIP Maternity Program – visit palmettogeneral.com for more information.

Follow-up support: Community classes – visit palmettogeneral.com for information and reservations to attend a class.

South Miami Hospital 6200 73rd St., South Miami BaptistHealth.net/Babies, 786-662-4000 • Deliveries in 2016: 4,097 • C-section percentage in 2016: NA • Average days of stay for vaginal delivery: 2 • Average days of stay for a C-section: 3 • NICU: Level II and III • 2016 cash price for planned delivery: NA Overnight policy? One support person allowed overnight.

Doulas allowed? Yes Notable amenities: High-risk ante-partum unit; Neonatology in-house 24/7; Public cord blood banking; 24-hour epidural service. Childbirth classes are offered by experienced educators, including Mommy 101, Daddy 101, New Big Brother/Big Sister, Baby CPR, Infant Massage, etc. For mothers-to-be who have been ordered bed rest, we offer a web-based childbirth class. Tours of the unit are offered in the mornings and evenings. Exclusive breastfeeding support. Screenings prior to discharge for post-partum depression and adjustment to new baby.

Follow-up support: Discharge follow up phone calls; Discharge resource booklet; Breastfeeding support and community resources; Breast pump rentals; Free patient care navigator.

West Kendall Baptist Hospital 9555 SW 162nd Ave., Miami BaptistHealth.net/Babies, 786-467-2450 • Deliveries in 2016: 995 • C-section percentage in 2016: NA • Average days of stay for vaginal delivery: 2 • Average days of stay for a C-section: 3 • NICU: NA • 2016 cash price for planned delivery: NA Overnight policy? One support person allowed overnight.

Doulas allowed? Yes Notable amenities: Designated Baby Friendly Hospital. Lactation resources available 24/7. Newborns transition at bedside, including OR and Recovery Room. 24 hour room-in with moms.

Follow-up support: Discharge follow up calls. Information for postpartum depression community resources. Discharge resource booklet.

Broward County Broward Health Coral Springs 3000 Coral Hills Drive, Coral Springs BrowardHealth.org/BHCS, 954-344-BABY (2229) • Deliveries in 2016: 2,115 • C-section percentage in 2016: 41% • Average days of stay for vaginal delivery: 2.5 • Average days of stay for a C-section: 3.3 • NICU: Level II • 2016 cash price for planned delivery: $2,500 Normal Vaginal Delivery up to 48 hour stay; $5,000 Cesarean Section, 1-4 day stay Overnight policy? Yes, able to stay overnight Doulas allowed? Yes Notable amenities: All private rooms, Childbirth Concierge, couplet care (baby stays in room with mom), 24 hour on-site anesthesiology and neonatology, lactation consultants, Pregnancy massage, Childbirth classes (English & Spanish), Prenatal Yoga, Pregnancy massage class, Babytalk class, Breastfeeding class Follow-up support: Lactation consultants, Baby & Me, Mommy & Me, Mommy & Me Yoga, CPR class

Salah Foundation Children’s Hospital at Broward Health Medical Center 1600 S. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale BrowardHealth.org/SalahFoundationChildrensHospital, 954-355-5410 • Deliveries in 2016: 3,436 • C-section percentage in 2016: 41% • Average days of stay for vaginal delivery: 2 • Average days of stay for a C-section: 3 • NICU: Level II and III • 2016 cash price for planned delivery: Call 954-355-5410 for a Maternity Flat Rate Fees Overnight policy? Partner stays with mother throughout the entire birthing experience. The Maternity Place boasts about their private rooms with full size beds for the significant other, family members, & siblings (siblings must be accompanied by an adult visitor).

Doulas allowed? Yes; Patient must make arrangements.

Notable amenities: We offer Perinatal Education Program for Breastfeeding Basics, Maternity tours, Lamaze Childbirth classes, Lamaze Marathon, Infant CPR, Mammy and Me Infant Massage, Sibling classes, Dancing for Birth, Cesarean Birth Classes. International Board Certified Lactation Consultants on staff, 24/7 breast pump rentals available.

Follow-up support: Outpatient Lactation Center, breast pumps and other related supplies available in the Lactation Center; Breastfeeding Support Group, Postpartum Support Group.

Follow-up support: Breast Feeding Support Class

Memorial Hospital West 703 N. Flamingo Road, Pembroke Pines Mhs.net, 954-844-7110 • Deliveries in 2016: 3,900 • C-section percentage in 2016: 39% • Average days of stay for vaginal delivery: 2 • Average days of stay for a C-section: 3 • NICU: Level II • 2016 cash price for planned delivery: Please check Memorial Healthcare System Self-Pay Rates: https://price.mhs.net/.

Overnight policy? Open visiting hours 24/7. Sleeper Sofa provided for family member Doulas allowed? Yes Notable amenities: Skin-to-skin at birth. Breastfeeding within the first hour of life. Discharge planning class offered daily for mother and baby care.

Follow-up support: Breastfeeding Support Group twice/month

Memorial Regional Hospital 3501 Johnson St., Hollywood Mhs.net/services/birthplace, 954-265-5850 • Deliveries in 2016: 5,176 • C-section percentage in 2016: 45% • Average days of stay for vaginal delivery: 2 • Average days of stay for a C-section: 3 • NICU: Level III • 2016 cash price for planned delivery: In our efforts to promote transparency across the board, we offer a link on our website with Hospital Self-Pay Rates (https://price.mhs.net/).

Overnight policy? Family centered care is our hospital’s practice at all levels. We encourage our patients to have their partners and families to be a part of this family celebration moment.

Doulas allowed? Yes Notable amenities: We have a 22-bed high risk antepartum unit; critical care support for mother and baby; proximity to JDCH critical care and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit; lactation consulting; pet therapy; pre- and post-natal classes, boot camp for dads, sibling and grandparent classes, community CPR for parents and families, extra activities for inpatients like popcorn movie night; behavioral health programs; a celebrative atmosphere; skin to skin in c-section; state of the art security system; 24/7 security at all entry points.

Follow-up support: breast feeding support classes; lactation support post-delivery; follow up discharge phone calls.

Holy Cross Hospital 4725 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale HolyCrossMaternity.com, 954-771-8000 ext. 5702 • Deliveries in 2016: 871 • C-section percentage in 2016: 49% • Average days of stay for vaginal delivery: 2 • Average days of stay for a C-section: 3 • NICU: Level II • 2016 cash price for planned delivery: $3,000 for vaginal delivery covers mother and baby (2 days) $5,000 for cesarean section covers mother and baby (3 days) Overnight policy? Yes they can. We are a family centered facility Doulas allowed? Yes Notable amenities: We offer classes to the public. (Infant CPR, Childbirth, Breastfeeding, and a free Breastfeeding Support Group).

We have two Mother/Baby Suites, Sparkling cider and cake for all delivered patients.

Follow-up support: We make discharge calls to all patients and offer lactation consultations, if needed.

Memorial Hospital Miramar 1901 SW 172nd Ave., Miramar Mhs.net/services/birthplace/locations/Miramar, 954-538-5180 • Deliveries in 2016: 3,665 • C-section percentage in 2016: 43% • Average days of stay for vaginal delivery: 2 • Average days of stay for a C-section: 3 • NICU: Level II • 2016 cash price for planned delivery: Please check Memorial Healthcare System Self-Pay Rates: https://price.mhs.net/.

Overnight policy? Partners are allowed 24/7 Doulas allowed? Yes Notable amenities: New Hypnobirthing Class, Hypertension in Pregnancy Florida Initiative. Coming Soon NICUVIEW (Cameras in NICU).

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connect & learn Northwest Medical Center 2801 N. State Road 7, Margate NorthwestMed.com, 954-978-4350 • Deliveries in 2016: 1,955 • C-section percentage in 2016: 44.8% • Average days of stay for vaginal delivery: NA • Average days of stay for a C-section: NA • NICU: Level III • 2016 cash price for planned delivery: NA Overnight policy? Yes , partners stay overnight, no children under the age of 12 to spend the night, if the patient wants her child to be the one spending the night with her. Only one person to stay overnight.

If the patient is doubled with another patient, no one can spend the night with the patient . If we double, it is usually only for one night, and happens 30% of the time.

Doulas allowed? Yes, patient brings them with her Notable amenities: Breastfeeding 101, super star siblings class, Baby care 101, Child birth preparation 1 and 2, CPR for newborns Follow-up support: Lactation visits and phone support . Breastfeeding support group….”Breast Friends”

Plantation General Hospital 401 NW 42nd Ave., Plantation PlantationGeneral.com, 954-513-6492 • Deliveries in 2016: 2,436 • C-section percentage in 2016: 45% • Average days of stay for vaginal delivery: NA • Average days of stay for a C-section: NA • NICU: Level III • 2016 cash price for planned delivery: NA Overnight policy? Open visitation Doulas allowed? Yes Notable amenities: Private postpartum suites and deluxe Mother-Baby suites, Advanced Level III NICU, Lactation Services; Childbirth, Breastfeeding & CPR Education Classes, Tours, Consult-A-Nurse Follow-up support: We make the follow up phone call 3 days after discharge to see how mom is doing, to see if they made their follow up appointments with the OB and the Pediatrician and to answer any questions they may have. There is also an IOP (Intensive Outpatient Program) that they can be referred to by their physician for Postpartum Depression.

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Palms West Hospital

Boca Raton Regional Hospital 800 Meadows Road, Boca Raton Brrh.com, 561-955-3340 • Deliveries in 2016: 2,466 • C-section percentage in 2016: 39% • Average days of stay for vaginal delivery: 2 • Average days of stay for a C-section: 3 • NICU: Toppel Family Place is a level II NICU, staffed with nurses and respiratory therapists trained to level III. We also offer an onsite neonatologist 24 hours a day.

• 2016 cash price for planned delivery: Self-pay rates are $1,800 for vaginal delivery and $4,500 for C-section.

Overnight policy? We provide sofa beds for a partner to stay overnight.

Doulas allowed? Yes, we work regularly with doulas as well as other birth support personnel such as birth photographers and perinatal chiropractors.

Notable amenities: All private rooms. A wide array of prenatal and postpartum classes including: One-day childbirth preparation, Prenatal breastfeeding class, Basics of baby care, Family and friends CPR , Prenatal yoga, Hypnobirthing, Breastfeeding education and support groups, Infant massage class, Mommy and me yoga, Grow with me.

Boot Camp for New Dads – offered strictly for men and designed to help introduce new fathers to all of the challenges of being a dad. Allow hydrotherapy during labor and support natural childbirth. Lactation services. Onsite depot for pasteurized donor human milk and provide donor milk to premature babies in the NICU. Maternity Unit tours on Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. and Saturdays at 10:00 a.m.

Follow-up support: A discharge class and a breastfeeding support group prior to discharge. A free breastfeeding support group twice a week.

Contact families after to assist with any issues and answer questions

JFK Medical Center 5301 S. Congress Ave., Atlantis Jfkmc.com, 561-548-1000 • Deliveries in 2016: 230 • C-section percentage in 2016: 39% • Average days of stay for vaginal delivery: NA

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1210 Old Dixie Highway, Jupiter JupiterMed.com, 561-263-4154 • Deliveries in 2016: 1,305 • C-section percentage in 2016: 39% • Average days of stay for vaginal delivery: 2 • Average days of stay for a C-section: 3 • NICU: Level I • 2016 cash price for planned delivery: Normal Delivery 2 days $3,500. Additional day $799. C-Section 3 days $4,700.00. Additional day $799. (Both include mom and baby) Overnight policy? One adult.

Doulas allowed? Yes Notable amenities: Scheduled tours of unit. Classes, prenatal (Childbirth)education, newborn classes, breast feeding classes, sibling classes, “Dancing for Birth”, Prenatal Yoga, Friends and Family CPR, Daddy Boot Camp. Concierge services available at additional cost.

Follow-up support: Lactation support for inpatients and out patients.

“Dancing for Birth” postpartum exercises. Post-partum/lactation support group – coming soon.

39200 Hooker Highway, Belle Glade LakesideMedical.org, 561-996-6571

2815 S. Seacrest Blvd., Boynton Beach BethesdaWeb.com, 561-737-7733

1309 N. Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach goodsamaritanmc.com, 561-655-5511

Jupiter Medical Center

Lakeside Medical Center

Bethesda Hospital East

Good Samaritan Medical Center

• Average days of stay for a C-section: NA • NICU: NA • 2016 cash price for planned delivery: NA Overnight policy? We welcome one guest to stay with you overnight.

Doulas allowed? Yes, we allow 3 designated support people to help during your birthing experience.

Notable amenities: Our Labor & Delivery rooms provides a warm, loving environment where the family can relax and bond with baby. Your Birthplace Suite will contain a guest bed for dad, refrigerator, flat screen TV and internet/Wifi access. What you can expect at The Birthplace: OB Hospitalist Team; a Neonatal Hospitalist team consisting of a Neonatologist and/or Neonatal Nurse Practitioner; a highly trained Physician Laborist; Anesthesia Coverage; A highly skilled nursing staff, whose certifications include: Electronic Fetal Monitoring, Neonatal Resuscitation, Advanced Cardiac Life Support and STABLE; Two on-site Operating Rooms, both equipped with the very latest Technology for scheduled or unscheduled Cesarean Sections; State-of-the-art Infant Security System – we are a locked OB unit; Personalized and Compassionate Care; Flexibility in Labor Choices; Flexible Visiting Hours.

Follow-up support: The Birthplace at JFK Medical Center offers continuing assistance to you and your family following your discharge; your nurse can provide a list of support groups and telephone numbers.

13001 Southern Blvd., Loxahatchee PalmsWestHospital.com, 561-798-6034 • Deliveries in 2016: 1,389 • C-section percentage in 2016: 44% • Average days of stay for vaginal delivery: NA • Average days of stay for a C-section: NA • NICU: Level II coming soon (end of April 2017) • 2016 cash price for planned delivery: NA Overnight policy? We welcome families 24 hours a day Doulas allowed? Yes Notable amenities: OB Hospitalist in house 24/7 & Anesthesiologist in house 24/7, Lactation Consultant, NICU will feature: 24/7 Level II Neonatology coverage, NicView Video Streaming that enables families to watch their newborn anytime, anywhere on any device with internet access.

Follow-up support: The New Life Center at Palms West Hospital offers continuing assistance to you and your family following your discharge.

Our nursing staff can provide you with a list of support groups and assist with postpartum appointment follow-up.

St. Mary’s Medical Center 901 45th St., West Palm Beach StMarysMC.com, 561-882-6183 • Deliveries in 2016: 3,087 • C-section percentage in 2016: 35.86% • Average days of stay for vaginal delivery: 2.78 days • Average days of stay for a C-section: 4.18 days • NICU: Level III • 2016 cash price for planned delivery: NA Overnight policy? Allowed Doulas allowed? Yes Notable amenities: VIP Birthplace Suite with high end amenities, including area for visitors and pull out couch for support partner. We also have a fully dedicated children’s hospital and are one of 11 Regional Perinatal Intensive Care Centers in the state of Florida.

Follow-up support: Follow up call post discharge to make sure all are doing fine, or if any other services are required.

Wellington Regional Medical 10101 Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington WellingtonRegional.com561-798-8500

West Boca Medical Center 21644 State Road 7, Boca Raton WestBocaMedCtr.com, 561-488-8000 • Deliveries in 2016: 2,024 • C-section percentage in 2016: 45.75% • Average days of stay for vaginal delivery: 1 ½ - 2 Days • Average days of stay for a C-section: 2-3 Days • NICU: Level III • 2016 cash price for planned delivery: Vaginal, up to a 2-day stay $2,800 / C-Section, up to a 3-day stay - $4,500 Overnight policy? One guest is allowed to stay overnight Doulas allowed? Yes Notable amenities: The Birthcare Pavilion at West Boca Medical Center is the only Level III NICU in Boca Raton, providing moms with some of the most top-level care. The Pavilion has received the Healthgrades Labor and Delivery Excellence Award for the past two years and is the first hospital in Florida to receive the Joint Commission Perinatal Care Certification, which focuses on achieving integrated, coordinated, patient-centered care for clinically uncomplicated pregnancies and births. We also offer a 3-part Maternity Education Series that focuses on the journey of childbirth, what to expect the first few days after delivery, what to expect when you get home and lastly, infant nutrition and breastfeeding.

Follow-up support: We offer a breast feeding help line and lactation support for all new moms.

Birthing Center A Birth Center 3001 W. Hallandale Beach Blvd., Hallandale abirthcenter.com, 954-456-4682

Hollywood Birth Center 2316 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood hollywoodbirthcenter.com, 954-925-4499

Holistic South Pregnancy & Birth Center 9275 SW 152nd St., First Floor, Miami Hspbirthcenter.com, 305-238-7873 or 305-498-6722 • Deliveries in 2016: 25 • Average stay for normal delivery: 4-6 hours post birth • 2016 cash price for planned delivery: Discount packages for self pay and Medicaid patients as well as most insurance is accepted to assist payment.

Notable amenities: Please refer to hspbirthcenter.com for a video of our center, classes and care.

Prenatal/follow-up support: Women who are not pregnant come for 'Women's Wellness' care.

Magnolia Birth House 16821 NE 6th Ave., North Miami Beach MagnoliaBirthHouse.com, 786-953-6534 • Deliveries in 2016: N/A • Average stay for normal delivery: 4-6 hours • 2016 cash price for planned delivery: $5,900 - $6,900 Notable amenities: water birth, childbirth education classes, lactation support, doula services Prenatal/follow-up support: postpartum & breastfeeding support groups, well-woman GYN care, nutrition counseling, pre-conception counseling

Miami Maternity Center 140 NE 119th St., Miami miamimaternitycenter.net, 305-754-2229 • Deliveries in 2016: 161 • Average stay for normal delivery: 6 hours • 2016 cash price for planned delivery: $4,000 Notable amenities: The Miami Maternity Center offers quality prenatal care, birth and post partum care through 6 weeks. Every birth room has a jacuzzi for comfort during labor and/or water birth if a mom desires, at no extra cost. Early Pregnancy class and Childbirth classes are offered to clients at no charge. Breastfeeding assistance is given 24/7 as a part of our care. Tours are given free of charge with an appointment.

Prenatal/follow-up support: 1) Early Pregnancy Class: This is a one day class for couples who are 24 weeks or less in their pregnancy.

The class covers what is normal and what is not during pregnancy, plus how to have the best pregnancy possible for you. The cost is $30 per couple. 2) Childbirth Classes: This is a 4-class series that is offered each month. Classes cover the stages of labor, complications, nutrition, breastfeeding, postpartum information and how to prepare for birth. Couples come during the 7th or 8th month of pregnancy.

The cost is $50 per couple. 3) New Parenting Class: This is a 2-class series that covers basic infant care, nutrition, the postpartum period, infant development, child safety and stress management. The cost is $50 per couple.

The Palms Birth House 353 N. Swinton Ave., Delray Beach palmsbirthhouse.com, 561-455-2703

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Advice for new parents: ,

Its hard to mess up

BY DANIELLE BRAFF, CHICAGO TRIBUNE Children don’t come with an instruction manual.

And as every new parent learns, it can be a terrifying job – with the feedback erring on the negative side: Your child will scream and cry for hours. Once he can talk, he’ll probably tell you how much he hates you. He may even tell you that he wants a new parent.

We compiled advice from seasoned parents, ranging from must-have baby items to emotional support that’ll get you through those early years.

Take time for yourself before the baby arrives.

Make plans with friends, have a manicure, see a movie, said Lindsay Pinchuk, CEO and founder of Bump Club & Beyond, an organization connecting parents and parents-to-be with resources and products through events in more than 25 cities nationwide. The last three movies she saw in a theater were “Moana,” “Sing” and “Trolls.” So before your viewing experience transforms to G-rated only, take advantage of your adult time. “Having a baby is the best thing that will ever happen to you, but your life will change, and some of the things you are used to doing every day _ or every week, simply won’t happen anymore because you’re now responsible for this little being,” Pinchuk said.

It’s hard to mess up. There are many shades of gray when it comes to things like how to get a baby to sleep, to eat and to develop in the best way possible, said Scott Goldstein, pediatrician with The Northwestern Children’s Practice, instructor at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and father of three. “This means that by doing what you feel comfortable with, you _ and your baby _ will almost always be just fine,” Goldstein said.

“The issues your child will have when they are an adult will most likely not be traced back to anything you did in the first year.”

Connect with your partner. Set aside time each week to connect with your partner, said Janeen Hayward, founder of Swellbeing, a parenting resource in Illinois that helps with everything from potty training to sleep issues. “This is time to talk about what you need, what’s working and what’s not working.” She suggested that couples set a weekly date, even if you don’t leave the house _ to stay connected during this transition and appreciate that you’re both going through a major identity shift. “And when you’re ready, it’s so nice to be able to

go out together, even if you talk about the baby the entire time,” she added.

Let your child know you. Bring him into your world, and don’t be a mystery to him, said John Badalament, author of “The Modern Dad’s Dilemma” and director off programs at The Fatherhood Project, a program empowering fathers at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. “Tell them stories about yourself,” Badalament said.

“Raise the verbal bar.”

Don’t let guilt rule you.

If you are like most people, you will second-guess your parenting decisions and feel bad about perceived mistakes, Goldstein said. “I often suggest to parents that they commit to memory a few examples of when they felt like really great parents and, when they are having tough moments, to recall those bright examples, so that they have the confidence to know that they do a good job.”

A baby doesn’t need much. There are plenty of books, apps and products designed to help your baby, but your baby requires very little, Goldstein said. The Finnish government provides parents a box for newborns containing everything they need: a box doubling as a bassinet, a sleeping bag, outerwear, clothing, toiletries, bedding and diapers. “Some people find the experience of gearing up for a baby to be fun, but if you find it overwhelming, then skip it,” Goldstein said. “A place to sleep, clothes to wear and something to eat _ that’s about all your baby will need initially.” He added that you may want some diapers unless you want to redo your home.

Get a white noise machine. Hayward said she recommends this item for all new parents. “Since babies are used to constant white noise in utero, this sound is very soothing to them and can help with sleep,” said Hayward, who recommends the Marpac Dohm ($49.95).

Purchase diaper pails. Keep a diaper pail on every floor of the house if you have multiple levels. “No explanation necessary – just trust me,” Pinchuk said.

Snag a free breast pump. Insurance plans are required to cover the cost of a breast pump. Pinchuk recommends getting your pump through a durable medical equipment center. Often insurance companies will provide a preferred list. “At no charge, they facilitate the entire process between you and your insurance company to get you the best pump possible,” Pinchuk said.

“The time that they save women is priceless.”

Understand that nursing is hard. Yes, it’s supposed to be the most natural thing in the world, but getting the baby to breastfeed can be difficult and even impossible for some mothers. So all expectant moms should have the number of an international board-certified lactation consultant (iblce. org) on hand if they plan to nurse, Pinchuk said.

Your best is good enough. “We can be very hard on ourselves and compare ourselves and our babies to others,” Pinchuk said.

“Don’t forget to do your best, what works for you and your family, and to trust your gut.”

Ask for help. We are wired to want to do it all and to think we can do it all, but you can’t do it all right now. When friends and family ask what they can do to help, make sure you have an answer ready, whether it’s picking up coffee, holding the baby so you can shower, or throwing in a load of laundry. If you say, “Nothing,” the help is going to go away, and you’re going to regret it, Pinchuk said.

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You might have a little extra laundry to do, but you’ll pocket the cost of buying more wipes. The Baby Care kit is great to keep in the car and stroller. Available in three case designs, the set comes with 10 wipes guaranteed for up to 100 washes and a laundry bag. $29.99, ecloth.com/Baby-Care-by-ecloth

GOOD NIGHT, SLEEP TIGHT Moms might like fluffy pillows, warm comforters and face-planting into a soft mattress, but not babies. If a baby turns over, his mattress should be firm, with no give. The Newton’s Wovenaire Crib Mattress claims to be completely breathable using a patented Wovenaire core of 90 percent air and 10 percent food-grade polymer, according to the website. I opened up the mattress to investigate before laying my son down, and there’s no actual mattress; it looks like a block of spaghetti inside. It is firm like a regular mattress, minus the foam, latex, springs and glue that you find in other mattress that could contain toxic chemical or allergens.

My babe loves it, sleeps the night and, most importantly, sleeps safely. $300, Newtonbaby.com

GOOD FOR THE GUMS Teething can be a trial for the whole family. Give your little one something good to chew on with Happy Baby Gentle Teethers, part of the Happy Family Organics’ line of first snacks for baby. The jasmine rice flour wafers dissolve easily while the taste and texture soothe your child. The wafers contain organic fruits and vegetables and no artificial flavors. The company also makes Happy Baby Coconut Creamies, melt-in-your-mouth snacks that are good and good for you, with organic fruits, veggies, coconut milk and probiotics. $3.50-$3.99 at Target stores, HappyFamilyBrands.com

TRYING OUT TABI TABI Tsukihoshi Tabi Tabi shoes have a lot going for them: They’re easy to get on and off, they’re machine washable – which is always a plus when dealing with toddlers – and they’re as a lightweight and breathable as a pair of socks. Their non-slip bottom will prevent kids from slipping and sliding across the floor. That ssaid, there’s one little problem – my toddler just could not wrap her head around separate pockets for her big toe and the rest of her toes. So Tabi Tabi makes great shoes, but first you must convince your child to wear them. Available in 4 color combinations. $29.95, Tsukihoshi.com

DRY YOUR KIDS AND STAY DRY TOO I love bathing my baby, but I don’t love getting soaked while trying to dry h after a bath. Doodle Pants’ hooded towels are the perfect size for his him 10-month-old body. The towels are like the items in the Goldilocks fairy tale – not too big, not too small, but just right. The towel completely covers him from head to toe and is super soft, even after many laundry washes. Doodle Pants also has leggings that are fun and funny, with designs applied right on the backside. They’re a little warm for South Florida summers, but Doodle Pants has you covered then as well with Monster swim shorts that are cute, light and perfect for beach or pool days. $21.99-$32.99, Doodlepants.com

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Parents-tobe have a lot of decisions to make

The Orchid Nest 353 N. Swinton Ave., Delray Beach orchidnest.com, 561-865-5692

The Wise Women's Sanctuary thewisewomenssanctuary.com, 561-951-0404

The Woman Way thewomanway.com, 305-299-7826

Our listing of support, services and shopping for expectant families can help with some of those choices.

Infertility BocaFertility IVF Center 875 Meadows Road, Suite 334, Boca Raton bocafertility.com, 561-368-5500

Conceptions Florida 4425 Ponce de Leon Blvd., Suite 110, Coral Gables conceptionsflorida.com, 305-446-4673

Fertility & Genetics

* Note: Paid advertisers are highlighted in red.

201 N. Pine Island Road, Plantation fertilityandgenetics.com, 954-584-2273

SUPPORT

IVF Florida

Doulas & Midwives A Loving Start

Palm Beach Fertility Center

alovingstart.com, 305-215-8763, 954-456-0850

Amazing Births 4722 NW 2nd Ave., Suite #107, Boca Raton amazingbirths.com, 561-865-5791

Amazing Births & Beyond 2316 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood amazingbirthsandbeyond.com, 954-610-9754

Coastal Midwifery 10200 State Road 84, Suite 230, Davie coastalmidwifery.com, 954-648-4990

Holistic South Pregnancy & Birth Center 9275 SW 152nd St., First floor, Miami hspbirthcenter.com, 305-238-7873 A healthy, safe place to birth your child! Located directly across from a hospital, holistic care with certified midwives.

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Multiple locations in the tri-county area ivfflorida.com, 954-247-6200

HypnoBirthing Miami, Inc.

7015 Beracasa Way, Suite 201, Boca Raton 4671 S. Congress Ave., Suite 101, Lake Worth palmbeachfertility.com, 888-819-5177

Serving Miami and surrounding areas hypnobirthingmiami.com, 305-297-4955

South Florida Institute For Reproductive Medicine (IVFMD)

Natural BirthWorks

ivfmd.com South Miami: 305-662-7901 Cooper City: 954-433-7060 Boca Raton: 561-549-9010 Jupiter: 561-972-6900

513 Melaleuca Drive, Margate naturalbirthworks.com, 954-960-3213

P3 Birth p3birth.com, 954-780-9033

Prenatal Plus Yoga, Inc.

UHealth Fertility Center

401 Miracle Mile, Suite 405, Coral Gables prenatalyogamiami.com, 305-498-6722

uhealthfertility.com Miami: 305-243-8642 Plantation: 954-210-1078

The Gathering Place

Vita-Health Fertility

16821 NE 6th Ave., North Miami Beach theplacewegather.com, 786-953-6417

12301 Taft St., Suite 200, Pembroke Pines vitafertility.com, 954-880-0090

Comfort, Convenience and Confidence.

You dream of cradling your beautiful, new baby in your arms n Newly renovated private and on one of the most memorable days of your life. Where you give birth will be a part of those memories. That’s why the

semi-private rooms n Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

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relaxed spa-like atmosphere.

For a tour of our Birthcare Pavilion, please call 844.319.3210 or register online at WestBocaMedCtr.com.

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product & services Children's Hospitals Baptist Children’s Hospital 8900 N. Kendall Drive, Miami baptisthealth.net/kids, 786-596-5437

Broward Health Medical Center

Comprehensive Obstetrics & Gynecology

1600 S. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale browardhealth.org/bhmc, 954-355-4400

obgyndoctorflorida.com Boca Raton: 561-394-4473 East Boynton Beach: 561-742-3929 West Boynton Beach: 561-742-8446 Fort Lauderdale: 954-776-1500

Holy Cross Hospital

Holtz Children’s Hospital

4725 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale holycrossmaternity.com, 954-771-8000

1611 NW 12th Ave., East Tower, Miami jacksonhealth.org, 305-585-KIDS (5437)

Memorial Hospital Miramar

Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital

1901 SW 172nd Ave., Miramar mhs.net, 954-538-5180

1005 Joe DiMaggio Drive, Hollywood jdch.com, 954-265-JDCH (5324)

Memorial Hospital West

Nicklaus Children’s Hospital - Main Campus

703 N. Flamingo Road, Pembroke Pines mhs.net, 954-844-7248

3100 SW 62nd Ave., Miami nicklauschildrens.org, 305-666-6511

Memorial Regional Hospital

Palm Beach Children's Hospital At St. Mary's Medical Center 901 45th St., West Palm Beach palmbeachchildrenshospital.com, 561-844-6300 From bumps and bruises, to more specialized pediatric care. We are honored that you trust us with healing your children. We are committed to helping them get back to their adventures as quickly as possible.

The Salah Foundation Children's Hospital at Broward Health 1600 S. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale browardhealth.org, 954-355-4400 Our healthcare team features pediatricians representing numerous sub-specialties and pediatric nurses dedicated to serving the individual needs of children and their families. Everything from child-friendly playrooms to meal-time menus have been planned with the comfort and special needs of children in mind.

651 E. 25th St., Hialeah hialeahhosp.com, 305-835-4680

Homestead Hospital 975 Baptist Way, Homestead baptisthealth.net/babies, 786-243-8420

Jackson Memorial Hospital

9333 SW 152nd St., Miami jacksonmaternity.org, 305-585-4MOM (4666)

Kendall Regional Medical Center

Palmetto General Hospital 2001 W. 68th St., Hialeah palmettogeneral.com, 305-823-5000

South Miami Hospital’s Center For Women And Infants 6200 SW 73rd St., South Miami baptisthealth.net/babies, 786-662-4000

West Kendall Baptist Hospital 9555 SW 162nd Ave., Miami baptisthealth.net/babies, 786-467-2000

BROWARD Broward Health Coral Springs 3000 Coral Hills Drive, Coral Springs browardhealth.org/bhcs, 954-344-3000 Family-centered maternity care and couplet care.

Childbirth classes & free maternity tours.

24-hour on-site anesthesia. Level II NICU.

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FEMCARE OB/Gyn 201 NW 82nd Ave., Suite 104, Plantation browardobgyn.net, 954-472-2201

Miami Center Of Excellence For Obstetrics & Gynecology 8700 N. Kendall Drive, Suite 208, Miami miamiobgyns.com, 305-615-6147

Miami OB-Gyn 3659 S. Miami Ave., Suites 5001, 5002 & 5005, Miami miamiobgyn.co, 305-854-2899

OB/Gyn Specialists of the Palm Beaches obgynspb.com West Palm Beach: 561-655-3331 Wellington: 561-790-5990 Jupiter: 561-741-1957 Palm Beach Gardens: 561-627-6801 Boynton Beach: 561-626-3800

Palm Beach Obstetrics & Gynecology obgynpalmbeach.com Lake Worth: 561-327-7956 Palm Beach Gardens: 561-509-5139 West Palm Beach: 561-413-9735

South Miami OB-Gyn Associates 7300 SW 62nd Place, 3rd floor, South Miami southmiamiobgyn.com, 305-665-1133

Wagner Obstetrics & Gynecology 4330 Sheridan St., Suite 101, Hollywood wagnerobgyn.com, 954-962-9802

Pediatricians Advanced Pediatrics Of Boca

JFK Medical Center

9970 Central Park Blvd., Suite #203, Boca Raton advancedpediatricsofboca.com, 561-487-1616

5301 S. Congress Ave., Atlantis jfkmc.com, 561-548-1000

Baptist Health Primary Care Family Medicine Center

Jupiter Medical Center

15955 SW 96th St., Suite 200, Miami baptisthealth.net/primarycare, 786-467-3140

1210 Old Dixie Highway, Jupiter jupitermed.com, 561-263-2234

Care Resource

13001 Southern Blvd., Loxahatchee palmswesthospital.com, 561-798-3300

Jackson South Community Hospital

1100 NW 95th St., Miami northshoremedical.com, 305-835-6000

2815 S. Seacrest Blvd., Boynton Beach bethesdaweb.com, 561-369-BABY (2229)

Palms West Hospital

160 NW 170th St., North Miami Beach jacksonmaternity.org, 305-585-4MOM (4666)

North Shore Medical Center

PALM BEACH Bethesda Center For Women & Children

39200 Hooker Highway, Belle Glade lakesidemedical.org, 561-996-6571

Jackson North Medical Center

4300 Alton Road, Miami Beach msmc.com, 305-674-CARE (2273)

401 NW 42nd Ave., Plantation plantationgeneral.com, 954-587-5010 We offer free Prenatal & breast-feeding classes, baby care and baby & me classes, childbirth preparation classes and prenatal yoga.

Visit plantationgeneral.com/maternity to register or sign up for a tour.

Lakeside Medical Center

1611 NW 12th Ave., Miami jacksonmaternity.org, 305-585-4MOM (4666)

Mount Sinai Medical Center

Plantation General Hospital

1309 N. Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach goodsamaritanmc.com, 561-650-6023 Special Deliveries offers a tradition of private maternity suites with a caring and experienced staff.

Hialeah Hospital

3663 S. Miami Ave., Miami mercymiami.com, 305-854-4400

2801 N. State Road 7, Margate northwestmed.com, 954-974-0400

Good Samaritan Medical Center

8900 N. Kendall Drive, Miami baptisthealth.net/babies, 786-596-2065

Mercy Hospital

Northwest Medical Center

800 Meadows Road, Boca Raton brrh.com, 561-955-7100

MIAMI-DADE Baptist Hospital Of Miami

11750 SW 40th St., Miami kendallmed.com, 305-223-3000

3501 Johnson St., Hollywood mhs.net, 954-265-4484

Boca Raton Regional Hospital

Maternity Hospitals

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St. Mary’s Medical Center 901 45th St., West Palm Beach stmarysmc.com, 561-882-9100 The Birthplace at St. Mary’s features home-like birthing suites, Level III NICU, specialized staff and pre- & post-natal classes.

Wellington Regional Medical 10101 Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington wellingtonregional.com, 561-798-8689

West Boca Medical Center 21644 State Road 7, Boca Raton westbocamedctr.com, 561-488-8000 Our family-focused Birthcare Pavilion is designed to make you feel right at home and ease your mind.

Mommy & Me Cooperative Program Miami Nature Playschool miaminatureplayschool.com, 786-499-2939 Nature-based – Parent and child – Cooperative program.

Twice a week during the mornings. Spanish or Bilingual.

Scholarship available based on family income.

Obstetrics & Gynecology Advanced Women’s OB/Gyn 603 Village Blvd., Suite 201, West Palm Beach advancedwomensobgyn.com, 561-683-1331

All Female Health Care 8890 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Suite 102, Sunrise allfemalehealthcare.com, 954-742-3536

All Woman’s Healthcare Of West Broward 140 SW 84th Ave., Suite D, Plantation obgynwestbroward.com, 954-452-5850

careresource.org 3510 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, 305-576-1234 1901 SW 1st St., 3rd floor, Miami, 305-203-5230 1701 Meridian Ave., Suite 400, Miami Beach, 305-673-3555 871 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, 954-567-7141

Children's Medical Center childrensmedicalctr.com 4651 Sheridan St., Suite 270, Hollywood, 954-989-6000 12251 Taft St., Pembroke Pines, 954-435-7000 20170 Pines Blvd., Suite 203, Pembroke Pines, 954-378-1500

Leon Pediatric Center 5640 W. Atlantic Blvd., Margate drjoseleon.com, 954-974-4414

Palm Beach Pediatrics pbpediatrics.com Boynton Beach: 561-509-5009 West Palm Beach: 561-471-1144 Royal Palm Beach: 561-798-2468

Pediatric Associates Multiple locations in the tri-county area pediatricassociates.com, 855-KIDZDOC (543-9362)

Pediatric Partners pediatricpartners.com Palm Beach: 561-741-0000 Jupiter: 561-741-0000 Boca Raton: 561-393-8555

Royal Palm Pediatrics 11903 Southern Blvd., Suite 118, Royal Palm Beach rppediatrics.com, 561-429-5898

South Florida Pediatric Partners Multiple locations in the tri-county area; sflpp.com

Worldwide Pediatrics and Primary Care Group worldwidepediatrics.com 1222 N. University Drive, Plantation, 954-581-3100 7950 NW 53rd St., Suite 102, Miami, 786-631-3222

Pediatric Specialties Children's Skin Center Multiple locations in the tri-county area; childrensskincenter.com

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Healthy Start Coalition Of Miami-Dade

1717 N. Bayshore Drive, Suite 217, Miami grandhealthinst.com, 305-728-0505

7205 NW 19th St., Suite 500, Miami hscmd.org, 305-541-0210

Kidz Medical Services (KMS)

Little Bambino Consulting

5955 Ponce de Leon Blvd., Coral Gables kidzmedical.com, 305-661-1515

4302 Hollywood Blvd., #79, Hollywood littlebambinoconsulting.com, 786-253-0432 Happily supporting the needs of working and stay-at-home mothers.

Services for expectant, new or experienced mothers include: Planning & prepping for birth; Registry organization; Preparing for baby on a budget; Breastfeeding support; Preparing to return to work; Cloth diapering support and Virtual consulting.

Pediatric Center of Excellence 4425 Ponce de Leon Blvd., Suite 115, Coral Gables pediatricexcellence.com, 305-667-3152

Pediatric Ophthalmology Consultants 3200 SW 60th Court, Suite 103, Miami eyes4kids.com, 305-662-8390

Pediatrix Cardiology of Broward soflacardio.pediatrix.com Fort Lauderdale: 954-463-5437 Margate: 954-972-1600 Plantation: 954-583-0812 Weston: 954-385-5545 Boca Raton: 561-750-9596

South Florida Children's Orthopaedics 6370 N. State Road 7, Suite 100, Coconut Creek soflachildortho.com, 954-KID-BONE (543-2663)

The Center for Pediatric Neuropsychology 11211 Prosperity Farms Road, C303, Palm Beach Gardens neuropsych4kids.com, 561-688-9795

Pediatric Urgent Care After Hours Pediatrics Urgent Care afterhourspediatrics.com 6250 Lantana Road, Suite 12, Lake Worth, 561-963-4874 5067 N. Dixie Highway, Oakland Park, 954-267-1621

Baptist Health Medical Plaza - Country Walk 13500 SW 152nd St., Miami, baptisthealth.net, 786-596-4333

Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital – Emergency Department 1005 Joe DiMaggio Drive, Hollywood jdch.com, 954-265-JDCH (5324)

MedExpress

Nicklaus Children’s Outpatient Centers nicklauschildrens.org/outpatientcenters • Nicklaus Children’s Dan Marino Outpatient Center, 2900 S. Commerce Parkway, Weston, 954-385-6200 • Nicklaus Children’s Aventura Care Center, 20295 NE 29th Place, Suite 300, Aventura, 786-624-2800 • Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Fetal Care Center 3100 SW 62nd Ave., Miami, 786-624-3825

The Breastfeeding Center of Boca Raton 7100 W. Camino Real, Suite 122, Boca Raton bocabfc.com, 561-409-3144

The Center for Behavioral Health at University Pavilion 7425 N. University Drive, Tamarac uhmchealth.com, 954-724-6502

The Center For Postpartum Adjustment 1515 N. University Drive, Suite 116A, Coral Springs postpartumsupport.com, 954-752-0460

The Glee Center 301 Yamato Road, Suite 1240, Boca Raton 7000 W. Palmetto Park Road, Suite 210, Boca Raton gleecenter.com, 561-210-4417

Therapies 4 Kids 1495 N. Park Drive, Weston 10261 Pines Blvd., Pembroke Pines 1750 N. University Drive, #105-107-109, Coral Springs 218 Almeria Ave., Coral Gables 2955 Coral Way, Miami 5970 SW 18th St., Suites #6-E7, Boca Raton therapies4kids.com, 954-828-0425

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SERVICES Childcare Blissful Baby Nurse blissfulbabynurse.com, 561-674-3104

Class Act Nannies classactnannies.com, 305-761-0001, 305-302-9777

Elite Nannies On Call elitenanniesoncall.com, 305-771-3816

Nanny Poppinz nannypoppinz.com, 877-262-6694

Sittercity sittercity.com, 888-748-2489

Sitters In A Second sittersinasecond.com, 561-832-1833

The Babysitting Company thebabysittingcompany.com, 888-407-7822

Cord Blood Banking Assure Immune 1011 Sunnybrook Road, Miami assureimmune.com, 561-750-6030

Cryo-Cell International 15807 Biscayne Blvd., Suite 203, North Miami Beach cryo-cell.com, 800-786-7235

GeneCell International 8785 SW 165th Ave., Suite 101, Miami genecell.com, 305-382-6737

New England Cord Blood Bank cordbloodbank.com, 888-700-CORD (2673) Safe, quick and painless collection. Cord blood and cord tissue processing and storage. Interest free payment options. Existing clients receive $100 gift card for Refer-A-Friend program.

Multiple locations in Broward and Palm Beach counties medexpress.com

Nicklaus Children's Urgent Care Centers nicklauschildrens.org/urgentcare Personalized and prompt care for babies, children, teens and young adults through 21 years old provided by board-certified pediatric physicians for minor injuries and illnesses.

• Nicklaus Children’s Doral Outpatient Center 3601 NW 107th Ave., Doral, 786-624-3672 • Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Urgent Care Center 3100 SW 62 Ave., Miami, 786-624-4300 • Nicklaus Children’s Miami Lakes Outpatient Center 15025 NW 77th Ave., Miami Lakes, 786-313-7800 • Nicklaus Children’s Midtown Outpatient Center 3915 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, 786-624-6000 • Nicklaus Children’s Miramar Outpatient Center at Miramar Square, 12246 Miramar Parkway, Miramar, 954-442-0809 • Nicklaus Children’s Palm Beach Gardens Outpatient Center at Legacy Place, 11310 Legacy Ave., Palm Beach Gardens, 561-624-9188 • Nicklaus Children’s Palmetto Bay Outpatient Center 17615 SW 97th Ave. (Franjo Road), Palmetto Bay, 786-268-1777 • Nicklaus Children’s West Bird Outpatient Center at West Bird Plaza, 11449 SW 40 Street, Miami, 786-624-4200 • Nicklaus Children’s West Kendall Outpatient Center at London Square 13400 SW 120th St., Suite 100, Miami, 786-624-5363

RiteCare Medical Center ritecaremc.com, 305-513-3818 1250 S. Miami Ave., MIami 14201 S. Dixie Highway, Miami 915 W. 49th St., Hialeah

The Yoga Nest Prenatal & Postnatal Yoga

Little

Bambino Consulting

Services to Happily Support Mothers Preparing for Baby • Registry Organization • Breastfeeding Support Baby on a Budget • Cloth Diapering Support Returning to Work • Virtual Consulting Dana G. Farrell, Ph.D., M.A. Owner/Consultant & Mother 786.253.0432 • littlebambinoconsulting.com

Resources & Support 4KIDS Of South Florida 4kidsofsfl.org; Broward: 954-979-7911; Palm Beach: 561-869-5770

Cadenza Center 450 N. Park Road, Suite 400, Hollywood cadenzacenter.com, 954-925-3191

Mom & Baby Yoga, Yoga for Moms, Workshops for Couples.

Florida Department Of Children And Families myflfamilies.com, 866-762-2237 Abuse Hotline: 800-962-2873

Florida Pregnancy Support Services

Be Empowered • Find Balance

Multiple locations in the tri-county area floridapregnancysupportservices.com, 866-404-6823

Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies 901 Northpoint Parkway, Suite 403, West Palm Beach hmhbpbc.org, 561-623-2800

The Original Back Buddy® Support Pillow

TheYogaNestFl.com

www.back-buddy.com

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The Yoga Nest

Diaper Services MotherEarth Diaper Service

Serving Broward County and surrounding areas The yoganestfl.com, 954-610-1660 Prenatal yoga, Postnatal yoga, Mom and baby yoga.

Childbirth preparation classes, Birth doula services, Workshops and more.

Serving the tri-county area motherearthdiapers.com, 305-791-3642

Financial/College Planning College Funding Specialists 1825 Main St., Weston collegefundingspecialists.net, 954-659-1234

Yoga Connection 6555 Nova Drive, Suite 302, Davie theyogaconnection.com, 954-577-5777

Yoga Institute Of Broward 10400 Griffin Road, Suite 205, Cooper City yogabroward.com, 954-452-4424

Cosio Financial Services 11020 N. Kendall Drive, #100, Miami cosiofinancialservices.com, 786-275-1333

Yoga Path Palm Beach 4514 S. Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach yogapathpalmbeach.com, 561-557-4026

Florida 529 Savings Plan & Florida Prepaid College Plan

Zenerations Of Boca

Email: customerservice@florida529plans.com myfloridaprepaid.com, 1-800-552-GRAD (4723)

International College Counselors internationalcollegecounselors.com, 954-414-9986 3107 Stirling Road, Suite 208, Fort Lauderdale 1200 N. Federal Highway, Suite 200, Boca Raton 925 Arthur Godfrey Road, Suite 100, Miami Beach 515 N. Flagler Drive, Suite P-300, West Palm Beach 1395 Brickell Ave., Suite 800, Miami 2525 Ponce de Leon Blvd., Suite 300, Coral Gables

2499 Glades Road, Suite 305A, Boca Raton zenerationsofboca.com, 561-367-8898

Ultrasound 4D Picture Perfect 1001 Cypress Creek Road, Suite 407, Fort Lauderdale 4dpictureperfect.com, 954-771-5552

A Peek In The Pod 4D Imaging 1560 S. Dixie Highway, Suite 212, Coral Gables apeekinthepod4d.com, 786-953-7633

Genetic Testing All About Truth DNA Services

Baby’s First Pic

dna-testingsouthflorida.com Broward: 954-476-1818 Miami-Dade: 786-344-4647 Palm Beach: 561-430-2060

Located inside IDEAL Baby & Kids; babysfirstpic.com 1143 W. Flagler St., Miami, 305-548-3296 10613 NW 12th St., Doral, 305-716-1140 1170 W. 49th St., Hialeah, 305-826-2021

DDC - DNA Diagnostics Center

Belly Love Spa

Multiple locations in the tri-county area dnacenter.com, 800-681-6598

3420 NW 62nd Ave., Coral Springs bellylovespa.com, 954-228-4772

Healthy Living And Longevity Medical Center

Oh Baby Ultrasound 9776 S. Military Trail, Suite D2-1, Boynton Beach ohbabyultrasound.com, 561-666-4256

649 U.S. Highway, Suite 1, North Palm Beach hllmc.com, 561-842-7422

SonoSmile

South Florida Perinatal Medicine Multiple locations in Miami-Dade sfpm.us, 786-621-8900

3001 W. Hallandale Beach Blvd., #200, Hallandale Beach babyface4d.net, 954-668-1811

Baby Gear & Accessories Babies "R" Us Multiple locations in the tri-county area; babiesrus.com

Back Buddy Support Pillow P.O. Box 724, Grosse Ile, Michigan back-buddy.com, 734-231-1600 Award-winning support for moms and moms-to-be. Designed by a chiropractor and nursing mother. Made in the USA from 100% certified foam.

buybuy BABY buybuybaby.com Royal Palm Beach: 561-790-0726 Coral Springs: 954-575-7449 Pembroke Pines: 954-450-6257 Miami: 305-266-5324

Lalabye Baby

Infant & Prenatal Massage Infant Massage Institute 10000 W. Sample Road, Unit B, Coral Springs babywellnessmassage.com, 954-825-0343

SHOPPING Baby, Nursery & Children's Furniture Addison Kids

Massage Envy Multiple locations in the tri-county area massageenvy.com

2782 NE 187th St., Aventura addisonkids.com, 305-405-0933

Miami Beach Pediatrics

lalabyebaby.com, 754-444-2293

Melo Pima melopima.com, 786-399-5721 We use exclusively 100% Peruvian pima cotton and 100% organic Peruvian pima cotton certified for all our babies and kids clothes and accessories. We take every step to ensure babies comfort and happiness.

The Stroller Doctor 9334 SW 56th St., Miami strollerdoctor.com, 305-274-9897

Baby And Kids Furniture

975 Arthur Godfrey Road, Suite 408, Miami Beach miamibeachpediatrics.com, 305-672-7337

6016 Old Congress Road, Lake Worth babyandkidsfurnitureonline.com, 561-439-8039

Mommyssage

Bellini Baby And Teen Designer Furniture

1444 Biscayne Blvd., Suite 208, Miami prenatalmassagemiami.com, 305-401-2876

Touch Of Class Day Spa 3000 N. University Drive, Suite A, Coral Springs touchofclassdayspa.com, 954-346-0666

Prenatal Yoga & Exercise Belly-N-Kicks 258 SW 8th St., Miami belly-n-kicks.com, 305-300-6628

Body Belly Baby 2550 S. Bayshore Drive, #206A, Coconut Grove bodybellybaby.com, 305-215-2970

2980 N. Federal Highway, Boca Raton bellini.com, 561-392-7444

3100 SW 62nd Ave., Miami shopkidzstuff.com, 855-694-7299

IDEAL Baby & Kids

Protexin, Inc (Bio-Kult)

idealbaby.com 1143 W. Flagler St., Miami, 305-548-3296 1170 W. 49th St., Hialeah, 305-826-2021 10613 NW 12th St., Doral, 305-716-1140 We are a family-owned and operated children's specialty store with over 40 years of experience. We carry a wide selection of baby furniture, clothing, footwear and baby gear from brand names moms know and trust. We also carry christening and first communion clothing and accessories, as well as many fine imported clothing for babies and kids.

Kids Furniture Warehouse

Mommycise Fitness mommycise.com 1845 Cordova Road, Suite 213, Fort Lauderdale, 954-368-7598 14861 S. Dixie Highway, Miami, 786-732-0287

Pilates In The Grove pilatesinthegrove.net 3316 Virgina St., Miami, 305-446-6899 5900 SW 73rd St., Suite 104, South Miami

1800 N. Powerline Road, Pompano Beach kidsfurniturewarehouse.com, 954-933-1047

Liapela liapela.com 358 San Lorenzo Ave., #3225, Coral Gables, 305-441-0658 600 Silks Run, Suite 1280, Hallandale Beach, 954-457-2276

Nini & Loli

Prenatal Plus Yoga, Inc. 401 Miracle Mile, Suite 405, Coral Gables 9275 SW 152nd St., First Floor, Miami prenatalplusyoga.com, 305-498-6722 Miami’s specialty center for pregnancy, birth & beyond.

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