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Maternity

Everything You Need for You and Your Baby

Motherhood is an incredible adventure, and your labor and delivery is just the beginning. No matter where you are in your journey, we want you to know that our staff is here for you every step of the way. Whether you are planning to start a family, currently pregnant or adjusting to being a new mom, BayCare offers a variety of resources and support to help you and your growing family with their healthcare needs. BayCare provides exceptional care during pre and post birth to more than 15,000 mothers annually – more than anyone else in Tampa Bay. Our professional nursing and medical teams offer family planning support services at several of our hospitals.

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Find an Obstetrician

Ready for the next step? We’ll help you find an obstetrician that will guide you through your pregnancy.

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Find a Pediatrician

A pediatrician can be the first step toward a healthy lifestyle for your child. We’ll help you get started.

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Podcasts Streaming Now

We offer a variety of podcasts to support you from pregnancy to parenthood.

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Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)

Learn about the different levels of NICU, which BayCare facilities offer NICU services and the medical teams providing care.

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Maternity Online Preregistration

Online Pre-Registration

If you're planning on delivering your baby at one of our hospitals, you can complete our easy online pre-registration for admission.

Online Pre-Registration

Planning a Pregnancy

BayCare is here for you even when you are planning for pregnancy. We have a variety of resources that will help you as you are trying to conceive. Every woman is different and what works for some might not work for others. Learn more about prenatal counseling, how to prepare your body, track your ovulation and started educating yourself. 
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Pregnancy

You're expecting! As you prepare to welcome your new baby, we’re here to give you the care and support you need for a happy, healthy pregnancy. BayCare will be with you every step of way through this 9-month journey. 
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After Discharge

Going home with a newborn can be an exciting and stressful time. BayCare offers a wide variety of online handouts that can make taking your newborn home easier. 

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Maternity Classes

Understanding Birth              

This interactive online course covers information about labor and highlights how partners can help. 


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Understanding Your Newborn

This interactive online course covers essential information including video examples of bathing, feeding and diapering.
Start Newborn Class

Understanding Breastfeeding

This interactive online course covers breastfeeding essentials including when to call for help and partner tips. 
Start Breastfeeding Class

Maternity Center Orientation

In this virtual class you can prepare for your delivery and know what to expect when you have your baby at BayCare.
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Supporting Motherhood & More

We offer support groups for women who experience unexpected and difficult emotions during pregnancy and throughout the first year after their baby's birth.
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Find More Maternity Classes

See our full offerings of Maternity Classes and Support Groups.
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Maternity Center Virtual Tours

Maternity Center Tour at BayCare's Mease Countryside Hospital
Maternity Center Tour at BayCare's Morton Plant Hospital
Maternity Center Tour at BayCare's South Florida Baptist Hospital
Maternity Center Tour at BayCare's St. Joseph's Hospital-North
Maternity Center Tour at BayCare's St. Joseph's Hospital-South
Maternity Center Tour at BayCare's St. Joseph's Women's Hospital
Maternity Center Tour at BayCare's Winter Haven Women's Hospital

Virtual Maternity Backgrounds

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Baby Brain!

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Baby Shower for a Boy

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Welcome Baby!

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Welcome Ba-Bee!

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Baby Shower for a Girl

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Gender Reveal Background

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It's a Boy!

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It's a Girl!

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Our Family is Growing

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Maternity and Motherhood Wellness Program

Our virtual and in-person maternity and motherhood wellness programs is great for moms and moms-to-be. This program offers group support, safe workouts and nutrition advice. You can choose any of our three convenient locations or online classes.

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