What are the birth centers in Orlando, FL?

Are you looking for birth centers in Orlando, FL, and the surrounding areas? I've listed birth centers in Orlando and nearby areas like Kissimmee, Davenport, and St. Cloud. This guide gives clear information about their type of maternity care, locations, and special features.

Is a birth center a right fit for you?

In my experience, many families who are looking for a birth center are also excellent candidates for home birth.

But there are a few reasons a birth center may make more sense:

• Location - To be a candidate for a home birth, you must be within 30 minutes of a hospital with a NICU and an OB. Although, if you want a home birth, I've had clients rent an Airbnb closer to a hospital.

• Family Support - Sometimes, your immediate family does not support a home birth. A home birth can be a good compromise where the birth is not taking place at a hospital or home.

• Financial Options - Most birth centers have a much larger patient volume than a home birth private practice. Therefore, they're much more likely to be in network with your insurance or accept Medicaid. The drawback to your birth experience is that you won't know who will attend your birth, like a hospital.

As a side note, many families assume that a birth center is better equipped to handle emergent situations. This assumption is incorrect. Home birth midwives bring the same equipment to your home that a birth center offers. Here's a video of the equipment I get to the birth - I warn you, it's a lot!

Ultimately, to have the best birth experience, I often tell my clients: where will you feel the most safe?
If you are someone that will safest in a hospital, then plan for a hospital birth. If you don't like the idea of unnecessary interventions, then maybe a home birth or a birth center birth might be a better fit.

Tree of Life Birth & Gynecology

Tree of Life Birth & Gynecology is a well-known center founded by Kaleen Richards, a Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) and Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP). The center has a strong reputation with more than 155 reviews on Google. It offers complete women's health services in a comfortable and caring setting.

• Location: Altamonte Springs, FL (Approximately 15 minutes from Downtown Orlando)

• Services:

  • Well-Woman Gynecology

  • Obstetrics and Prenatal Care

  • Water Birth Options

  • Postpartum Care

  • CO2 Laser and RF Therapy

• Home Births: No

• Accepts Insurance: Yes

• Accepts Medicaid: Yes

• Reviews: 4.2 stars with 155 reviews on Google

Additional Comments

Kaleen Richards founded the Tree of Life, Birth & Gynecology. She started her career as a doula and childbirth educator and later became a nurse midwife. The practice emphasizes the Midwifery Model of Care, which focuses on education, partnership, and natural childbirth. Please note that Kaleen is a busy business owner, and she's likely not going to attend your birth.

Heart 2 Heart Birth Center

Located north of Orlando in Sanford, Heart 2 Heart Birth Center provides a homely atmosphere for expecting mothers. The center focuses on natural childbirth and offers both in-house births and home birth options.

• Location: Sanford, FL (Approximately 30 minutes from Downtown Orlando)

• Services:

  • Obstetrics and Prenatal Care

  • Water Birth Options

  • Postpartum Care

• Home Births: Yes

• Accepts Insurance: Yes

• Accepts Medicaid: No

• Reviews: 4.1 stars with 116 reviews on Google

Additional Comments

Heart 2 Heart Birth Center is perfect for those who want a mix of a birth center and the comfort of home birth. While it doesn't accept Medicaid, it does work with various insurance providers. The center's tranquil setting in Sanford offers a peaceful environment away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

The Birth Place

The Birth Place in Winter Garden offers a serene setting for childbirth and focuses on individualized care. Jennie Joseph, a famous midwife and supporter of maternal health, started the center. The center helps mothers during their pregnancy. It provides complete support throughout their journey.

• Location: Winter Garden, FL (Approximately 23 minutes from Downtown Orlando)

• Services:

  • Obstetrics and Prenatal Care

  • Postpartum Care

• Home Births: No

• Accepts Insurance: Yes

• Accepts Medicaid: Yes

• Reviews: 4.0 stars with 60 reviews on Google

Additional Comments

Jennie Joseph leads the Birth Place. She was named one of Time Magazine's Women of the Year in 2022. Jennie is passionate about improving maternal outcomes, particularly in underserved communities. These days, if you decide to have a birth at The Birth Place, it's unlikely that you will get Jennie at your birth - she's pretty busy these days!

Alternative Options for Kissimmee and St. Cloud

Unfortunately, these birth centers are a significant drive from Kissimmee, Davenport, and St. Cloud. If you're in one of these areas, these are some options.

Celebrate Birth

Celebrate Birth is in Lakeland, FL. It is a long drive from Kissimmee, FL. However, it takes less than an hour if you are in Lake Wales, Davenport, or Haines City.

• Location: Lakeland, FL (Approximately 50 minutes from Davenport, FL)

• Services:

  • Well-Woman Gynecology

  • Obstetrics and Prenatal Care

  • Water Birth Options

  • Postpartum Care

  • Prenatal Only Care (for Hospital Births)

• Home Births: Yes

• Accepts Insurance: Yes

• Accepts Medicaid: Call to discuss.

• Reviews: 4.8 stars with 61 reviews on Google

Beautiful Beginnings Midwifery

Beautiful Beginnings Midwifery is in Melbourne, FL, less than an hour's drive from the East side of St. Cloud, FL.

• Location: Melbourne, FL (Approximately 55 minutes from St. Cloud, FL)

• Services:

  • Well-Woman Gynecology

  • Obstetrics and Prenatal Care

  • Water Birth Options

  • Postpartum Care

  • Prenatal Only Care (for Hospital Births)

• Home Births: Yes

• Accepts Insurance: Yes

• Accepts Medicaid: No

• Reviews: 4.1 stars with 32 reviews on Google