A new born baby in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

Extraordinary Care for Our Smallest Patients

If your newborn needs extra care, you can trust in us. Our Level III neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) at AdventHealth for Children in Tampa combines state-of-the-art technology, a calming baby-friendly environment and comprehensive services that provide exceptional support for your precious baby.

We expect the unexpected, and our NICU is staffed around the clock with board-certified neonatologists, neonatal respiratory therapists, rehabilitation experts and highly skilled nurses.

We provide patients and families with an extraordinary neonatal care network through a world-class team. We serve West Florida’s Highlands, Hillsborough, Marion, Pasco and Polk counties through referrals from our AdventHealth Sebring, Wesley Chapel and Zephyrhills hospitals. We also offer transport services for babies who need it most.

Leaders in Maternity Care and Patient Safety

  • Leapfrog A Grade Hospital Safety Grade Fall 2023 logo.

    A Leader in Patient Safety

    AdventHealth Tampa earned an “A” hospital safety grade from The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit watchdog that sets standards for excellence in patient care.

  • AdventHealth Tampa is recognized as one of Newsweek's Best Maternity Hospitals for 2023.

    Newsweek’s Best Maternity Hospital

    AdventHealth Tampa is recognized as one of Newsweek's Best Maternity Hospitals for 2023. This prestigious award is presented by Newsweek and Statista Inc., the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider.

A mother holds her newborn baby in their AdventHealth hospital room

Raising the Bar for Neonatal Care

AdventHealth for Children in Tampa is dedicated to delivering the latest, evidence-based care for our youngest and most vulnerable patients. We offer world-class programs and leading-edge technology to create a warm, nurturing environment that allows babies to grow, develop and thrive — and for their families to find healing support.

Mother and female physician holding baby

Compassionate NICU Care You Can Count On

If your new baby needs extra care after delivery, our Level III NICU, staffed 24/7 with board-certified neonatologists, neonatal respiratory therapists, rehabilitation experts and NICU nurses, is just steps away.

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Newborn baby sleeping

Look Forward to Your Baby’s Birth Day

Becoming a mother is exhilarating and daunting whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned pro. So, let us take care of the little details that make a big difference. At AdventHealth Tampa, we've personalized the birthing experience to make it a one-of-a-kind celebration, the Birth Day Experience.

You can expect:

  • Private birthing and postpartum rooms
  • Celebratory meal and birthday cake
  • Visitor accommodations
  • Capture the magic of motherhood with Baby Face Portraits

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