NICUs in Central Florida

Expert Care and Compassion for the Tiniest Babies

With six convenient locations, we have built one compassionate network to provide a helping hand when your baby needs one.

AdventHealth for Children provides patients and families with an extraordinary neonatal care network through a world-class team of physicians, surgeons, nurses and support staff in extraordinary facilities throughout Central Florida. Our Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICUs) combine state-of-the art technology, soothing baby-friendly environments and a comprehensive range of specialty services to provide the highest level of care to our tiniest patients.

Specialized Support for Our Newest Arrivals

At the Walt Disney Pavilion at AdventHealth for Children in Orlando, Florida, we have various programs that provide extra support for babies who need more care.

Little Miracles Unit

Our Little Miracles Unit is for micro preemies born before 27 weeks gestation and who need extra specialized care.

These babies often require stabilization and to be immediately and carefully transported from labor and delivery to the NICU. The most important hour is their first hour of life, and our team is hands-on, making sure baby survives these critical moments.

The unit team is comprised of nurses, physicians and specialists who have extensive experience and training working with such tiny babies, including online learning and hands-on practice, with topics including:

  • Extremely low gestational age infant
  • Developmental care
  • Skin care
  • Use of specialized equipment for babies that size

Nurses also complete simulation practice to ensure they are prepared to respond immediately and swiftly to all of baby’s care needs.

When little Charlotte was born at 25 weeks gestation and weighing less than a pound, she became the smallest baby to receive care in our Little Miracles Unit.

NICU Grad Clinic

Our Graduate Clinic is an outpatient developmental clinic providing additional support for families of NICU babies who need extra care after being discharged from the hospital.

Research shows that early intervention can make a significant difference for babies at risk for developmental delays. The team provides the tools and recommendations needed for your baby’s continued development and to bridge the gap between the NICU and home. We are honored to help families feel whole while providing the building blocks for the best outcome for your baby.

The clinic team provides care for these babies until they are 2 years old, with families attending routine visits for assessments and milestone tracking.

The Graduate Clinic team consists of an NICU APRN, Nurse Care Coordinator, Pediatric Rehabilitation Therapists and a Social Worker if needed.

World-Class Newborn Care

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  • National Leader in Newborn Care

    For the 7th consecutive year, AdventHealth for Children is recognized as a national leader in newborn care according to U.S. News & World Report.

    Learn more on U.S. News & World Report

  • Highest National Recognition in NICU Nursing Care

    AdventHealth for Children has been recognized by The American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) and achieved a gold-level Beacon Award for Excellence for exceptional NICU patient care. AdventHealth for Children is one of only 10 hospitals in the nation to have received this award.

  • Gold-Level Hospital for Infant Sleep Safety

    AdventHealth for Children in Orlando is recognized by the National Safe Sleep Hospital Certification Program as a gold-level hospital for their commitment to best practices and education on infant safe sleep.

We're Honored to Help Families Feel Whole

Jayden and Cayden’s NICU Story

When Jayden and Cayden were born with complications that required multiple emergency surgeries, their family found the support they needed at AdventHealth for Children. As a national leader in newborn care, according to U.S. News & World Report, we're honored to bring you their story of perseverance, hope and triumph.

Jayden & Cayden's NICU Story - AdventHealth for Children

Sondra Rae's NICU Experience

When Sondra Rae, a popular morning DJ on XL106.7, gave birth to her twins, they had to be rushed to the NICU at AdventHealth for Children. Like so many other parents, she and her wife were scared and overwhelmed to put their newborns’ lives in someone else’s hands. Watch Rae share her family’s emotional journey from holding their twins for the first time to finally going home happy and healthy as a family of four.

Sondra Rae's NICU Story at AdventHealth for Children

Answered Prayer | Lexi's Story

After 10 long years, TJ was finally able to say he was a big brother, however due to COVID-19 visitation restrictions, he was unable to hold his little sister Lexi for a whole month! We were honored to bear witness to this special moment as one of our very own NICU grads, Lexi, was able to meet her big brother for the first time! Join us in celebrating with Lexi and her family as they get to go home as a new family of four.

Answered Prayer - A Sibling Story

The Little Miracle Named Charlotte

Born at 25 weeks, 6 days gestation, Charlotte weighed less than a pound, making her one of the smallest surviving micro preemie babies in the world. Admitted to our AdventHealth for Children Little Miracles Unit — a specialized unit within the NICU for extremely preterm infants — our specially trained team of physicians and nurses provided Charlotte with the exact care she needed to grow and thrive.

‘Miracle’ baby born less than 1lb, saved by AdventHealth NICU team

A Standard of Excellence in Neonatal Care

AdventHealth for Children is dedicated to delivering the latest, evidence-based care for our youngest and most vulnerable patients. We offer state-of-the-art programs, technology and services to create a warm, nurturing environment that allows babies to grow, develop and thrive. In fact, the Walt Disney Pavilion at AdventHealth for Children in Orlando is recognized as a Level IV NICU, offering the highest level of newborn care for your little one. Learn more about NICU levels and the care they offer.

Meet Our Medical Director

Narenda Dereddy, MD
Newborn Intensive Care

Meet Dr. Dereddy and learn how AdventHealth for Children delivers award winning care to our tiniest patients.

Dedicated Neonatal Transport

If your child is delivered at another hospital and requires our services, a team of specially trained registered nurses and respiratory therapists is dispatched to accompany your child along the way to an AdventHealth for Children NICU. The neonatal care provided en route is identical to that of our NICU, as the transport team is in constant communication with us before, during and after transport by ambulance or Florida Flight I, our emergency air-medical transport service.

Maternity Care Personalized for You
At AdventHealth for Women, our focus is on providing personalized support during pregnancy, delivery and beyond. Our team of world-class experts, along with upgraded amenities and services, allow new parents to have peace of mind throughout their journey.