Sarasota Memorial Mother Baby Unit

03/26/2026

Where families begin their stories! 💙 SMH is proud to be recognized among America’s “Best Hospitals for Maternity Care.”

🎉 SMH has once again been ranked among America’s “Best Hospitals for Maternity Care” by MONEY, recognizing our commitment to delivering high-quality, compassionate care for mothers and newborns!

💬 “This recognition reflects the extraordinary dedication of our physicians, nurses and care teams who support families through one of life’s most important moments,” said Sarasota Memorial Chief Medical Officer James Fiorica, MD. “At Sarasota Memorial, we are committed to providing a safe, compassionate and personalized experience for every mother and baby we serve.”

💙 To our incredible mother-baby teams, thank you for your compassion and expertise. Because of you, families begin their journey feeling safe, supported and truly cared for!

03/11/2026

🩺 As a parent, there is no guidebook to follow, and plenty of concerns are bound to arise along the way.

To help parents navigate flu, colds and allergies, Sarasota Memorial’s First Physicians Group pediatricians, Jennifer Scheer, DO, and Susan Mihm, MD, address some of the most common questions families have.

03/04/2026

💙👶 Pregnancy is an exciting time — but it can also feel overwhelming as you navigate appointments, classes and preparations for your baby’s arrival. That’s why Sarasota Memorial created The Pregnancy Care Team: a free program designed to support you through every stage of pregnancy and beyond!

✨ Our experienced OB Nurse Navigators provide personalized support to expecting mothers and families throughout Sarasota, Manatee, Charlotte and DeSoto counties. Whether it’s your first baby or your fourth, their goal is to make sure you are informed, supported and confident, from your first prenatal visit to your baby’s arrival and journey into childhood.

02/20/2026

Sarasota Memorial and First Physicians Group are stepping up amid a nationwide shortage of obstetricians by expanding access to ensure that every expecting mother, regardless of medical or financial circumstances, can receive compassionate support and expert prenatal care.

Sarasota Memorial's First Physicians Group is stepping up amid a nationwide shortage of obstetricians by expanding access to ensure that every expecting mother, regardless of medical or financial circumstances, can receive compassionate support and expert prenatal care.

🙌 SMH with the support of First Physicians Group providers, recently opened its new Pregnancy and Wellness Center on Clark Road!

What this means for women in our community:
💙 A dedicated medical home for pregnancy care
💙 Care led by a board-certified OB/GYN and team of experienced clinicians
💙 Support for high-risk pregnancies and underinsured/uninsured patients
💙 Continuous support from prenatal care through postpartum recovery

Because access to safe, high-quality prenatal care isn’t optional; it’s essential for a healthy, growing community!

02/03/2026

As a nationwide shortage of obstetricians continues and hospitals across the country close labor and delivery units, Sarasota Memorial is stepping up — expanding access to ensure every expecting mother, regardless of medical or financial circumstances, can receive compassionate support and expert prenatal care.

🙌 Yesterday, SMH, with the support of First Physicians Group providers, opened its new Pregnancy and Wellness Center on Clark Road!

What this means for women in our community:
💙 A dedicated medical home for pregnancy care
💙 Care led by a board-certified OB/GYN and team of experienced clinicians
💙 Support for high-risk pregnancies and underinsured/uninsured patients
💙 Continuous support from prenatal care through postpartum recovery

Because access to safe, high-quality prenatal care isn’t optional; it’s essential for a healthy, growing community!

01/13/2026

🌟 5-Star Care Starts from the Very First Breath! 🌟
Sarasota Memorial’s Mother-Baby team is proud to be part of the exceptional care at SMH recognized by CMS with a 5-Star rating for overall quality and safety, reflecting our unwavering commitment to outstanding outcomes for moms and babies. 💙

Our care spans every stage of the journey — from nationally recognized maternity and obstetrical services and compassionate, highly skilled nursing to comprehensive breastfeeding support, expert high-risk pregnancy care, and a Level III NICU for newborns needing critical care.

Because when it comes to welcoming new life, 5-star care truly matters. ✨

01/01/2026

🥳🎊🎉 Welcome 2026 Babies!

12/24/2025

🎅❤️ Santa made a special stop at SMH-Sarasota, spreading joy throughout the NICU, Mother-Baby Unit and Pediatrics!

✨ From tiny hand squeezes to heartfelt smiles, Santa shared precious moments and photos with our babies and their families, bringing comfort, cheer and a little holiday magic to the hospital halls.

12/10/2025

❤️🎁 SMH’s Pregnancy Care Team and First 1000 Days Suncoast joined the MITER Foundation to host a heartwarming holiday celebration for many of the families we’ve had the privilege of supporting this year!

From children doing crafts and decorating cookies, to photos with Santa, the day was filled with joy and meaningful moments for everyone. 🎅

A special thank you to the MITER Foundation for sponsoring the event and generously volunteering time; Sarasota Memorial Healthcare Foundation for championing community partnerships; and First 1,000 Days Suncoast for supporting families throughout pregnancy and their child’s first 1,000 days of life — helping every child start strong.

Together, we’re helping Suncoast families access the resources, care and encouragement they need to thrive — not just during the holidays, but all year long! 💙

11/26/2025

✨ Special delivery! Together, we’re helping make the season brighter for the children in our community.

11/03/2025

🎉 Yesterday, SMH celebrated its 100th birthday with the cutest birthday buddies! 💙

Each little one born at our SMH campuses received a special Centennial onesie to mark a century of caring and the generations of families who have begun their stories right here at SMH.

Join us in celebrating 100 years of care, compassion and community — and wish these babies a very happy birthday below! 🥳

10/29/2025

🧡🎃 Halloween came a little early in the SMH NICU — but these little ones are used to making an early entrance!

Thanks to the generous spirit of a former NICU mom, our tiniest and most fragile patients are celebrating their very first Halloween in style.