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Childbirth and Infant Support

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Babies In The Sun A local source for environmentally friendly, chemical-free, cloth diapers; Reduce diaper rash and save money by switching to cloth diapers today! Please call or email for a free consultation in your home or mine N/A 850-284-6334 babiesinthesun@gmail.com www.babiesinthesun.com
Brehon Institute for Family Services, Inc. Brehon House provides security for homeless, pregnant women and their infants within Tallahassee area; Mother and baby receive a stable, nurturing, safe, warm, and loving environment; The following is provided: Pre/postnatal education, career counseling, assistance in finding permanent housing, individual case management, conflict resolution, infant care training, self esteem building, and opportunity to bond with baby in a loving environment 1311 N. Paul Russell Rd., Ste. A204 850-656-7110 jmalone@brehonfamilyservices.org www.brehonfamilyservices.org
Brehon Institute for Family Services Healthy Families Gadsden and Leon - a home-visiting program designed to strengthen families. Aimed at promoting positive childhood outcomes; training family support workers guide and mentor through home visiting services; services begin prenatally and are offered to families for up to 5 years; promotes healthy child development 1311 N. Paul Russell Road, Suite A 204 850-656-7110 850-656-7110 jmalone@brehonfamilyservices.org www.brehonfamilyservices.org
Brehon Institute for Family Services, Inc. Brehon in Taylor County provides security for homeless, pregnant women and their infants. Women and their newborns are provided with a stable, nurturing, safe, warm and loving environment. The program is designed to provide assistance is finding more permanent housing and self-sufficiency services. N/A Perry 850-584-5551 850-656-7110 jmalone@brehonfamilyservices.org www.brehonfamilyservices.org
Capital Area Healthy Start Coalition Fresh From Florida Kids: A collaboration between the Florida Department of Agriculture and Healthy Start; The goal is to provide parents with information and tools to prepare healthy, home-made dishes using fresh fruits and vegetables for their youngest children; Families must be Healthy Start families in order to register for this program 1311 N. Paul Russell Rd, Ste. A-101 850-488-0288 Kristina@capitalareahealthystart.org www.capitalareahealthystart.org
Capital Area Healthy Start Coalition Provides services/support to pregnant women to have a healthy baby; Pregnant women are offered a HS Risk Screen by their healthcare provider. If screen indicates risk, a HS Care Coordinator is assigned and offers help. HS services include: child birth education, community referrals, emotional support, mental health counseling, breastfeeding support, child development classes, etc. CCs work w/ moms to determine the right support/services and work w/ the family until the child is 3 1311 N. Paul Russell Rd, Ste. A-101 850-488-0288 Kristina@capitalareahealthystart.org www.capitalareahealthystart.org
Childbirth and Postpartum Professional Association CAPPA certified professionals aim to empower, connect, and advocate for families in the childbearing year. CAPPA seeks to forge positive and productive relationships between organizations that support healthy, informed family choices. The organization that trains and certifies childbirth educators, doulas, and breastfeeding educators; Provides referrals to local providers who offers these services PO Box 491448 Lawrenceville GA 1-888-MY-CAPPA (692-2772) www.cappa.net
Compassionate Friends Early Loss Program A national, non-profit, self-help, support organization; Offers friendship, understanding, and hope to bereaved parents, grandparents, and siblings; Mission-To assist families toward the positive resolution of grief following the death of a child of any age, from any cause, and to provide info to help others be supportive. Local chapter The Compassionate Friends of TLH- 2nd Monday of each month 7:00 pm at St. Stephen Lutheran Church; For more information visit www.tcftallahassee.com St. Stephen Lutheran Church, 2198 N. Meridian Rd 850-422-8404 tcfot@yahoo.com www.compassionatefriends.org
Cynthia Cowen, LMT MA 49191 Offers Healthy Whole Foods Cooking Classes and Stress Reduction, Deep Tissue, and Pregnancy Massage N/A 264-9145 www.trusteria.com/cynthiacowen
Doodle Bug Diaper Services Uses environmentally safe and comfy, 100 cotton diapers; Offers weekly pickup and delivery complete with a diaper pail; Uses a multi-step, sanitary wash process 6431 Dancers Image Trail 321-1906 www.doodlebugdiaper.com
Early Head Start for Leon County (Administered by Kids Incorporated) Early Head Start: A federally funded, community-based program for low-income families w/ infants, toddlers, and pregnant women; Mission-To promote healthy prenatal outcomes for pregnant women, enhance the development for very young children, and promote healthy family functioning; Child development services are offered at two leon county locations: Brandon's Place at Lincoln and Budd Bell Early Learning Center; For more information visit www.floridaheadstart.org 2326 Centerville Rd. 414-9800 info@kidsincorporated.org www.kidsincorporated.org
Early Head Start for Leon County (Administered by Kids Incorporated) Dedicated to creating tools and services to help the less fortunate get back on their feet and start living more positive, productive, and more joyful lives 2326 Centerville Rd. 414-9800 info@kidsincorporated.org www.kidsincorporated.org
Florida Institute for Reproductive Medicine Offers a full range of assisted reproductive medicine services; Doctors: Kevin L Winslow, MD, Daniel M Duffy, MD, and Michael L Freeman, MD; All infertility reproductive endocrinology board certified; Has the most IVF CRYO egg pregnancies in the nation; Voted in the top 10 in fertility programs in the nation in Child magazine in 2005; Accepts most major insurances and Tri-Care 836 Prudential Dr, Ste. 902 Jacksonville 1-800-556-5620 www.firmjax.com
Florida Institute for Reproductive Medicine Offers a full range of assisted reproductive medicine services; Doctors: Kevin L Winslow, MD, Daniel M Duffy, MD, and Michael L Freeman, MD; All infertility reproductive endocrinology board certified; Has the most IVF CRYO egg pregnancies in the nation; Voted in the top 10 in fertility programs in the nation in Child magazine in 2005; Accepts most major insurances and Tri-Care North Florida Women's Care, 1401 Centerville Rd, Ste. 705 877-7241 1-800-556-5620 www.firmjax.com
Florida State University First Words Project: Identifies early red flags of developmental language disorders, autism spectrum disorders, and other communication delays in children under 24 months of age; Research findings aim to improve screening tools and early detection of communication disorders; Services include: Parent education, family-guided intervention programs, referral for services in the community, and monitoring communication and language development; For more info visit, http://firstwords.fsu.edu 625 N Adams St Laura Newton 488-5780 www.fsu.edu
Florida State University First Words Project: Identifies early red flags of developmental language disorders, autism spectrum disorders, and other communication delays in children under 24 months of age; Research findings aim to improve screening tools and early detection of communication disorders; Services include: Parent education, family-guided intervention programs, referral for services in the community, and monitoring communication and language development; For more info visit, http://firstwords.fsu.edu 625 N Adams St Laura Newton 488-5780 www.fsu.edu
Kids Incorporated of the Big Bend These services include access to comprehensive prenatal and postpartum health care, prenatal education, and breastfeeding education. Each pregnant women (family) is assigned a Family Advocate to help ensure a health pregnancy and delivery. The prenatal program offers parenting education, family support, and post-partum visits. Contact Dennis Nkop by email at dnkop@kidsincorporated.org or by phone at (850) 414-9800 ext. 108 for information. 2326 Centerville Road 850-414-9800 info@kidsincorporated.org www.kidsincorporated.org
Leon County Health Department - WIC WIC is the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children. This program provides nutrition education and counseling; breastfeeding promotion and support; health care and social service referrals including referrals for immunizations; and supplemental nutritious foods for low and moderate income pregnant, postpartum and breastfeeding women, infants and children. Breastfeeding support groups. 872 W. Orange Avenue 850-606-8300 www.leoncountyfl.gov/lchd/wic.asp
March of Dimes, NW Florida Division Improves the health of babies while striving to prevent birth defects, premature birth, and infant mortality through research, community services, education, and advocacy 1990 Village Green Way, Ste. 3 850-422-3152 www.marchofdimes.com/florida
Open Door Women's Clinic Provides services including pregnancy tests, ultrasound, STD tests, and counseling assistance 1395 Cross Creek Circle 656-9177 www.opendoorwomensclinic.com
Ounce of Prevention Fund of Florida A private, nonprofit corporation whose mission is to identify, fund, support, and evaluate innovative prevention and early intervention programs that improve the health, education, and life outcomes of Florida's at-risk children and families; Also houses statewide initiatives, including the voluntary home visiting program, Healthy Families Florida, and the Florida Chapter of Prevent Child Abuse America 111 N. Gadsden St, Ste. 200 850-921-4494 www.ounce.org
Parents Raising Sensational Multiples (PRSM) Join us for play dates, family events, and Mom’s nights out; Meets monthly with other parents/guardians of multiples for sharing information and support; Formerly Big Bend Parents of Twins N/A 850-445-7756 www.tallytwins.com
Planned Parenthood Each health center provides safe, reliable services that prevent unintended pregnancies through contraception. Helps reduce the spread of sexually transmitted infections through testing and treatment, and screens for cervical and other cancers; Caring physicians, nurse practitioners, and other staff take time to talk with clients, encouraging them to ask questions and discuss their feelings in a confidential setting 2121 W. Pensacola St, Ste. B-2 850-574-7455 ppncf@ppfa.org www.plannedparenthood.org/north-florida
Southside Children's Organization Diaper Bank provides diapers to low-income families who are struggling to provide diapers for their babies. Also serves as a collection point for donations of diapers. 702 East Orange Avenue 850-877-8870
Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare Infant/Child CPR - CPR for Family and Friends awareness program is modular and teaches rescuers skills in CPR, relief from choking and basic first aid. $35.00 per person or $35.00 per couple. Call 431-4915 for more information. 1301 E Sixth Ave 850-431-5100 pr@tmh.org www.tmh.org
The International Cesarian Awareness Network, Inc. (ICAN) Formed more than 25 years ago in order to support women in their journey towards understanding the risks of cesarian section and with the purpose of helping them have healthy births and healthy lives after undergoing the surgery that changed them; Provides support for cesarian recovery and promotes vaginal birth after cesarian (VBAC); Meets once a month N/A 212-8083 icanoftallahassee@yahoo.com www.ican-online.org
The Prenatal Experience Offers the finest 3D/4D prenatal ultrasound experience available in North Florida and South Georgia; Combines cutting-edge technology with a family friendly environment, bringing incredible images of your unborn baby to life; Now you can enjoy an unparalleled bonding experience that you'll never forget with a 3D/4D ultrasound 2557 Barrington Circle, Ste. 1 422-3D4D (3343) Sabrina@theprenatalexperience.com www.theprenatalexperience.com
Womenshealthclick.com Enter your zip code to access the WomensHealthClick online community closest to your area! You’ll find posts relating to medical questions, wellness tips and family-related articles that you care about most — information to embrace and empower you as a woman. N/A www.WomensHealthClick.com
Capital Area Healthy Start Provides services/support to pregnant women to have a healthy baby; Pregnant women are offered a HS Risk Screen by their healthcare provider. If screen indicates risk, a HS Care Coordinator is assigned and offers help. HS services include: child birth education, community referrals, emotional support, mental health counseling, breastfeeding support, child development classes, etc. CCs work w/ moms to determine the right support/services and work w/ the family until the child is 3 1311 N. Paul Russell Road Suite A-101 850-488-0288 Kristina@capitalareahealthystart.org www.capitalareahealthystart.org
Good News Outreach Open Door Women’s Clinic serves clients throughout Florida’s Big Bend area and South Georgia. If you have any questions about pregnancy, abortion, parenting, pregnancy resources, or sexually transmitted diseases,we welcome your visit. Call 850-656-9177 or 850-222-4050 to make your appointment or talk to one of our professionals. 1395 Cross Creek Circle 850-412-0016 goodnews023@embarqmail.com www.goodnewsoutreach.org
Mother Rising Birth Services Mother Rising Birth Services is owned by Lindsey Morrow, a MamaAndBabyLove certified doula (MBL-CD) and a Birthing From Within mentor and doula (to be!). Lindsey serves Tallahassee and its surrounding areas by offering physical, educational, and emotional support to women and their families during the childbearing year. She believes that every woman can experience pregnancy, childbirth, and motherhood not only as transformative, but also as a time when women can unlock new found strength in themselves. Mother Rising Birth Services is owned by Lindsey Morrow, a MamaAndBabyLove certified doula (MBL-CD) and a Birthing From Within mentor, childbirth instructor, and doula. Lindsey serves Tallahassee and its surrounding areas by offering physical, educational, and emotional support to women and their families during the childbearing year. 260 East 6th Avenue 850-339-2606 lindsey@motherrisingbirth.com www.motherrisingbirth.com
A Woman's Pregnancy Center Educates women and men on pregnancy options to ensure informed decisions; Provides non-diagnostic ultrasounds, and confidential pregnancy tests 345 N.W.Marion St. Madison 850-973-6970 850-297-1174 awpc@awpc.cc www.awpc.cc
A Woman's Pregnancy Center Educates women and men on pregnancy options to ensure informed decisions; Provides non-diagnostic ultrasounds, and confidential pregnancy tests. 919 W. Pensacola Street 850-297-1174 850-297-1174 awpc@awpc.cc www.awpc.cc
Ceejay Doula Services LLC Linda N. Davis is a Labor and Postpartum Doula located in Taylor County. She helps moms to have the best possible outcome in giving birth. Call 850-251-6427 for more information. N/A 850-251-6427 oh.yadoula@yahoo.com
Foundations of Birth As a birth doula, my philosophy is to support, inform, and guide you through your own journey. I will provide evidence based information and resources to help you make decisions about your birth, supporting you every step of the way, from the prenatal stages of your pregnancy, through labor and delivery, and postpartum support. Whether planning a birth at a hospital, birth center, or home, the presence of a doula can be a great asset to a birthing woman and her partner, leading to a more satisfying and enriching experience. Birth Doula Service - $400 Includes a meet and greet and two prenatal visits to discuss your needs and wishes for the birth you envision. These visits also serve to define our expectations of one another, and provide you with useful tools for labor and birth. Unlimited phone and email support throughout pregnancy and early labor. Continuous physical, emotional, and informational support for you and your partner for the duration of your labor and birth and a postpartum visit. 1204 Terrace Street (850)980-0469 foundationsofbirth@gmail.com www.foundationsofbirth.com
Mother Rising Birth Services Mother Rising Birth Services is owned by Lindsey Morrow, a MamaAndBabyLove certified doula (MBL-CD) and a Birthing From Within mentor and doula (to be!). Lindsey serves Tallahassee and its surrounding areas by offering physical, educational, and emotional support to women and their families during the childbearing year. She believes that every woman can experience pregnancy, childbirth, and motherhood not only as transformative, but also as a time when women can unlock new found strength in themselves. Mother Rising Birth Services is owned by Lindsey Morrow, a MamaAndBabyLove certified doula (MBL-CD) and a Birthing From Within mentor and doula (to be!). Lindsey serves Tallahassee and its surrounding areas by offering physical, educational, and emotional support to women and their families during the childbearing year. 260 East 6th Avenue 850-339-2606 lindsey@motherrisingbirth.com www.motherrisingbirth.com
Oniwosan Doula Services Offering Prenatal, Labor, Postpartum and Breastfeeding Support. 24-hour voice mail. Provides care in various birth settings. Serving Mothers in North Florida and South Georgia N/A 850-284-2100 Tifi444@aol.com
Capital Area Healthy Start Provides services/support to pregnant women to have a healthy baby; Pregnant women are offered a HS Risk Screen by their healthcare provider. If screen indicates risk, a HS Care Coordinator is assigned and offers help. HS services include: child birth education, community referrals, emotional support, mental health counseling, breastfeeding support, child development classes, etc. CCs work w/ moms to determine the right support/services and work w/ the family until the child is 3 1311 N. Paul Russell Road, Suite A-101 850-488-0288 Kristina@capitalareahealthystart.org www.capitalareahealthystart.org
A Woman's Place @ TMH A community education, counseling, and retail center designed for women, by women; The focus is on integrating the needs of the body, mind, and spirit in health promotion and the healing process 1301 E. Sixth Ave 850-431-4928 pr@tmh.org www.tmh.org
A Woman's Place @ TMH Mommy Market: Offers breastfeeding supplies, breasts pumps for rent or purchase, nursing bras, and other related nursing items; For more information email sherry.kendrick@tmh.org 1301 E. Sixth Ave 850-431-4928 pr@tmh.org www.tmh.org
Capital Area Healthy Start Provides services/support to pregnant women to have a healthy baby; Pregnant women are offered a HS Risk Screen by their healthcare provider. If screen indicates risk, a HS Care Coordinator is assigned and offers help. HS services include: child birth education, community referrals, emotional support, mental health counseling, breastfeeding support, child development classes, etc. CCs work w/ moms to determine the right support/services and work w/ the family until the child is 3 1311 N. Paul Russell Road Suite A-101 850-488-0288 Kristina@capitalareahealthystart.org www.capitalareahealthystart.org
Best Beginnings Weekly Breastfeeding Support Group: Come meet and share with other breastfeeding mothers the trials and tribulations of being a new mommy. Mondays, Noon - 1pm. Led by Molly Shakar, RN IBCLC, owner of Best Beginnings. 2626 Care Drive 668-2119 850-668-2119 bestbegin@yahoo.com www.best-begin.com
Capital City Doula Services DONA certified doula/doula trainer providing labor support including: prenatal meetings, email and phone support prior to birth, full labor support, immediate postpartum support, and a postpartum visit; Women using doulas show more satisfying birth experiences and 50 less cesarean sections N/A 850-443-7789 capitalcitydoula@comcast.net www.dona.org
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Pregnancy-planning Education Program: Online education program available to women who are planning to get pregnant; For more info visit, www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/pregnancy; CDC also offers information relating to preconception such as, STDs and treatment, and prevention of birth defects including the negative effects of tobacco and alcohol, and genetics. N/A 1-800-232-4636 cdcinfo@cdc.gov www.cdc.gov
Childbirth Education Associates of Tallahassee (CEAT) Group of nationally certified childbirth educators providing classes in the lobby of North Florida Women’s Care; Classes include early pregnancy class and prepared childbirth education; Weeknight or weekend options; Classes fill quickly, send registration and payment to hold spot; For more information or to register for classes online visit website N/A 850-559-6797 tallychildbirthclass@gmail.com www.tallychildbirthclass.com
Foundations of Birth As a birth doula, my philosophy is to support, inform, and guide you through your own journey. I will provide evidence based information and resources to help you make decisions about your birth, supporting you every step of the way, from the prenatal stages of your pregnancy, through labor and delivery, and postpartum support. Whether planning a birth at a hospital, birth center, or home, the presence of a doula can be a great asset to a birthing woman and her partner, leading to a more satisfying and enriching experience. Postpartum Doula Service - $20 per hour Includes breastfeeding support, light housework and cooking, family support, and much more. Access to my lending library of books about birth, breastfeeding, and baby care. 1204 Terrace Street (850)980-0469 foundationsofbirth@gmail.com www.foundationsofbirth.com
Heidi Chavers, RNC, IBCLC, LCCE Childbirth Education Instructor with Childbirth Education Associates; Lactation Consultant at Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare: Inpatient/Outpatient and Breastfeeding Support Group; Perinatal Massage; and Infant Massage Instruction N/A 933-2254 heidi.chavers@tmh.org
La Leche League of Tallahassee League helps mothers breastfeed by peer support, education, information, and encourages healthy development of babies; Call for information and meeting times N/A 850-552-3948 bullock48@comcast.net www.lllflorida.com
Leon County Health Department Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC): Nutrition education program for pregnant or nursing women, post-partum women for 6 months, and children, Birth-5yrs; For more information visit www.floridawic.org Bond Community Health Center, 872 W Orange Ave 414-7845 850-606-8000 www.leoncountyfl.gov/lcphu
Leon County Health Department Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC): Nutrition education program for pregnant or nursing women, post-partum women for 6 months, and children, Birth-5yrs; For more information visit www.floridawic.org Roberts and Stevens Medical Center, 1515 Old Bainbridge Rd 606-8300 850-606-8000 www.leoncountyfl.gov/lcphu
Pre-Pregnancy Education Action Campaign Effort (PEACE) A joint program developed by Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare and North Florida Women's Care to educate young women on the risk factors that contribute to the high infant mortality rates in our community; Designed to educate young women about a Pre-pregnancy Action Plan and how to prepare their bodies for pregnancy well before they conceive; Focuses on topics such as nutrition, weight management, substance use, fitness, and importance of Folic Acid N/A 431-PEACE (73223) www.peace4babies.com
Tallahassee Childbirth Educators Provides individual and class instruction on labor and birth; Childbirth course is a seven week series and meets once a week N/A 656-2072 656-2072
Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare At A Woman's Place we offer several different types of classes, including a full compliment of prenatal education courses, sibling-to-be preparation, babysitter's training and even a breastfeeding support group to assist new parents with their breastfeeding and postpartum needs. 1302 East 6th Avenue 850-431-4928 850-431-5100 pr@tmh.org www.tmh.org
The Pregnancy Help and Information Center Free services available to women and men who need assistance; Offers counseling and referrals to those who think they may be pregnant, are pregnant, or who have young children; Offers pre-natal childbirth and parenting education program with 'baby bucks'; Offers a program just for dads; Maternity clothes, baby clothes and items, and food; Ultrasound for the medically eligible; Community referrals; Emotional support and confidentiality 1710 S. Gadsden St 850-222-7177 www.phicenter.org
The Stork Club Offers childbirth classes, refresher classes for parents, and Siblings Rock! classes for children 2 and up. Also offers 3 different customizable Celebration Signs available for rent for baby showers and/or to welcome mommy and the new baby home. For more information, visit www.thestorkclub.net Offers childbirth classes, refresher classes for parents, and Siblings Rock! classes for children 2 and up. Also offers 3 different customizable Celebration Signs available for rent for baby showers and/or to welcome mommy and the new baby home. For more information, visit www.thestorkclub.net n/a 850-322-9833 www.thestorkclub.net
A Woman's Place @ TMH Services include childbirth classes, infant-child CPR, the ABC's of babies, and classes for siblings and babysitting; Offers a breast feeding support group on Tuesday and Thursday mornings; Counseling is available for post-partum depression 1301 E. Sixth Ave 850-431-4928 pr@tmh.org www.tmh.org
Capital Area Healthy Start Provides services/support to pregnant women to have a healthy baby; Pregnant women are offered a HS Risk Screen by their healthcare provider. If screen indicates risk, a HS Care Coordinator is assigned and offers help. HS services include: child birth education, community referrals, emotional support, mental health counseling, breastfeeding support, child development classes, etc. CCs work w/ moms to determine the right support/services and work w/ the family until the child is 3 1311 N. Paul Russell Road Suite A-101 850-488-0288 Kristina@capitalareahealthystart.org www.capitalareahealthystart.org
Oniwosan Doula Services Offering Prenatal, Labor, Postpartum and Breastfeeding Support. 24-hour voice mail. Provides care in various birth settings. Serving Mothers in North Florida and South Georgia N/A 850-284-2100 Tifi444@aol.com
Tallahassee Bradley Method The Bradley Method (R), developed by Dr. Robert A. Bradley, is childbirth education which facilitates communication between partners to help mothers give birth. The 12-week class cycle focuses on physiology of birth, nutrition, exercise, labor techniques, birth options, and local resources. Kim Stanley, AAHCC has been teaching Bradley Method(R) since 1998. See website for class schedule, location and fees. 5418 Claredon Court 850-562-5629 TallahasseeBradleyMethod@gmail.com www.TallahasseeBradleyMethod.com
Capital Area Healthy Start Provides services/support to pregnant women to have a healthy baby; Pregnant women are offered a HS Risk Screen by their healthcare provider. If screen indicates risk, a HS Care Coordinator is assigned and offers help. HS services include: child birth education, community referrals, emotional support, mental health counseling, breastfeeding support, child development classes, etc. CCs work w/ moms to determine the right support/services and work w/ the family until the child is 3 1311 N. Paul Russell Road Suite A-101 850-488-0288 Kristina@capitalareahealthystart.org www.capitalareahealthystart.org
Jefferson County Health Department WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor - Counsels WIC pregnant and breastfeeding mother by phone, and/or clinic visits; helps mothers prevent and handle common breastfeeding concerns; in available outside of working hours to new mothers with breastfeeding problems; breastfeeding support groups. Call 509-1655 to schedule an appointment. N/A 850-342-0170 www.doh.state.fl.us/chdJefferson
Madison County Health Department WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor - Counsels WIC pregnant and breastfeeding mother by phone, and/or clinic visits; helps mothers prevent and handle common breastfeeding concerns; in available outside of working hours to new mothers with breastfeeding problems; breastfeeding support groups. Call 509-1655 to schedule an appointment. N/A 850-973-5000 www.doh.state.fl.us/chdMadison
Oniwosan Doula Services Offering Prenatal, Labor, Postpartum and Breastfeeding Support. 24-hour voice mail. Provides care in various birth settings. Serving Mothers in North Florida and South Georgia N/A 850-284-2100 Tifi444@aol.com
Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare Women's Pavilion Lactation Services - Breast feeding support groups. Call 431-0468 for more information. 1300 Miccosukee Road 850-431-5100 pr@tmh.org www.tmh.org
Taylor County Health Department WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor - Counsels WIC pregnant and breastfeeding mother by phone, and/or clinic visits; helps mothers prevent and handle common breastfeeding concerns; in available outside of working hours to new mothers with breastfeeding problems; breastfeeding support groups. Call 509-1655 to schedule an appointment. N/A 850-584-5087 www.doh.state.fl.us/chdTaylor
An Open Door Adoption Agency A Christian adoption service facilitating domestic and international adoptions 218 E. Jackson St Thomasville GA 1-229-228-6339 opendoor@rose.net www.opendooradoption.com
Big Bend Community-Based Care, Inc. Works in partnership with The Department of Children and Families to provide community-based child protection services in the Big Bend region; Foster care, adoption, case management, and prevention services; Hours: M-F 8am-5pm 525 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. 850-410-1020 info@bigbendcbc.org www.bigbendcbc.org
Bond of Love, Tallahassee Families Touched by Adoption A Bond of Love, Tallahassee Families Touched by Adoption, provides a Warm Line that offers emotional support, consultation, and referrals for families who have adopted or are considering adoption. This includes domestic, international or special needs adoption, and any family in the adoption process, or considering adoption. Issues may include parenting a child from an abuse background, revealing adoption to children, separation and loss issues and relations with birth family. 6732 Pasadena Drive 850-671-5793 www.abondoflove.net
Camelot Community Care, Inc. Therapeudic foster home program facilitates permanent placement of children in a stable environment by providing treatment in a community home setting; Also provides mental health services to children under the age of 18 in the community; Serves Leon and the surrounding counties 1000 W Tharpe St, Ste. 7 850-561-8060 www.camelotcommunitycare.org
Catholic Charities of Northwest Florida Adoption Program: Licensed since 1951, Catholic Charities’ Adoption Services believes that our most important role in the adoption process is to provide information, support, education, and counseling as appropriate to all parties involved with the overall goal of permanent placement of the child. This program provides pre- and post-adoption services: legal services, home studies, temporary foster care, and family searches. Locally free pregnancy counseling and support is provided. 1380 Blountstown Hwy Debra Herman 222-2180 x102 850-222-2180 cathchartal@cc.ptdiocese.org www.catholiccharitiesnwfl.org
Children's Home Society (CHS) Adoption And Pregnancy Counseling: Helps adoptive and birth parents make the best possible plans for children; CHS provides a full range of adoption services 1801 Miccosukee Commons Dr 850-921-0772 www.chsfl.org
Children's Home Society (CHS) Strong Couples, Healthy Families: Provides community-based services for adoptive families through and in-home curriculum that focuses on strengthening the couple's relationship 1801 Miccosukee Commons Dr 850-921-0772 www.chsfl.org
Chinese Children Adoption International A full service adoption agency specializing in facilitating adoptions from China and providing support for raising Chinese-adopted children; Offers home studies, dossier preparation, pre- and post-adoption support N/A 352-404-6932 ccaifl@chinesechildren.org www.chinesechildren.org
Cornerstone Adoption Services A licensed Florida adoption agency serving 11 different countries: Provides Florida families with home study, post placement, and pre-adoption class services 219 Delta Ct, Ste. B 524-KIDS (5437) cornerstoneadopt@aol.com www.cornerstoneadoption.com
Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption The Foundation works to streamline the adoption process and made adoption more affordable. As the only foundation dedicated exclusively to foster care adoption, the Foundation is driven by Dave's simple value: Do what's best for the child. 4150 Tuller Road, Suite 204 Dublin OH 800-ask-dtfa www.davethomasfoundationforadoption.org
Florida Baptist Children's Homes A faith-based, non-profit organization that provides safe, stable, Christian homes for school age children (5-17) who have been neglected, misdirected, abandoned, abused, or caught up in family turmoil; Also provides foster care and adoption services for children of all ages; Hours: M-F, 8:30am-4:30pm. Visit www.FBCHomes.org for more information on any of these services. 8415 Buck Lake Rd. 850-878-1458 tallahasse.fl@FBCHomes.org www.fbchomes.org
Florida Department of Children and Families Post-Adoption Services: Program pulls health and genetics data from Florida records for adoptees and maintains Florida Adoptions Reunion Registry (FARR) to assist in locating adoption parties, if all parties agree; FARR is operated by FL DCF FL DCF, Family Safety Program Office, Post Adoption Unit, 1317 Winewood Blvd, Bldg 1 850-414-5093 www.dcf.state.fl.us
Florida Department of Children and Families Florida's Adoption Reunion Registry: If two or more people affected by an adoption in Florida lists themselves on the registry, then FARR gets them in touch with both parties. There is a one time fee of $35.00 unless the applicant can prove financial hardship (i.e. eligibility for unemployment, SSI, public assistance, etc.) $10.00 fee to update info on the registry; The Florida Post Adoption Services Unit; For more info visit www.adoptflorida.com The Florida Post Adoption Services Unit, 1317 Winewood Blvd, Bldg 1, Rm. 202 488-8000 x3 850-414-5093 www.dcf.state.fl.us
Florida State Foster/Adoptive Parent Association, Inc. Provides supportive services to all caregiver (foster, adoptive, non-relative and kinship) associations in the State of Florida; Brings about better communication to families through support, training, and advocacy with the aim of nurturing children safety, well-being, and stability. Melisa Page-Bailie, President FSFAPA 1-866-330-8119 866-913-0977 info@floridafapa.org www.floridafapa.org
Florida State Foster/Adoptive Parent Association, Inc. Florida's Foster Allegation Support Team (F.A.S.T.): Provides support to the foster parent when an allegation has been or might be brought against him or her; Provides support without judgment and an environment which is as non-destructive as possible for the foster parents and their families; For more information visit, http://www.fsfapa.org/FAST.asp 1-800-327-8119 866-913-0977 info@floridafapa.org www.floridafapa.org
Florida's Adoption Assistance Program Florida's Adoption Information Center and Resource Library: Referral office contracted with the state of Florida; Provides information to people regarding adopting and foster care N/A 1-800-96-ADOPT (2-3678) adoptflorida@danielkids.org www.adoptflorida.org or www.danielkids.org
Florida's Adoption Information Center Florida's Adoption Information Center was created by the Florida Legislature to serve as a clearinghouse in every area of adoption. Provides adoption information and referral services to adoptive parents, adult adoptees, birth relatives, pregnant women and professionals free of charge 4203 Southpoint Blvd. Jacksonville 1-800-96-ADOPT adoptflorida@danielkids.org http://adoptflorida.com/information-center.htm
One Church One Child Of Florida, Inc. Licensed child placing agency that finds adoptive and foster families for children; Offers the God Parenting Program which gives children in foster care and independent living a basic connection with a family 111 N Gadsden St 414-5620 info@ococfl.org www.ococfl.org
Tallahassee Families with Asian Children (TFWAC) TFWAC is proud to include almost 80 adopted Chinese children in our community. Holds many events including monthly potluck dinner, bimonthly support groups, and other family events; A tight knit community that supports the adoption community including those interested in adoption and those who are in the process of adopting; Group also includes families who have or are adopting from Korea, India, and Viet Nam N/A (850)893-7678 chinafoley@comcast.net
Wide Horizons For Children A private, non-profit adoption and child welfare agency, based in New England serving families throughout the U.S., placing children from 14 different countries including the U.S.; The agency has placed over 11,000 children with loving families and has donated more than 10 million dollars to humanitarian aid worldwide 38 Edge Hill Rd Waltham MA 1-800-729-5330 contact@whfc.org www.whfc.org
Children's Home Society (CHS) Special Needs Adoption: Focusing on children who cannot return to their birth family; The goal is to complete an adoption with a foster parent or relative, or to find a family that will adopt 1801 Miccosukee Commons Dr 850-921-0772 www.chsfl.org
Children's Home Society (CHS) Wendy's Wonderful Kids: A program of the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption, works with experienced adoption counselors to move children from foster care into permanent, loving, adoptive homes 1801 Miccosukee Commons Dr 850-921-0772 www.chsfl.org
Children's Home Society (CHS) Community Based Foster Care: Provides case management and support services for children who have been abused or neglected 1801 Miccosukee Commons Dr 488-0506 850-921-0772 www.chsfl.org
Explore Adoption 'Explore Adoption,' is a statewide adoption initiative aimed at promoting the benefits of public adoption and urging families to consider creating or expanding their families by adopting a child who is older, disabled or part of a sibling group. Through public education, expanded partnerships, Web-based outreach and a mass media campaign, 'Explore Adoption' invites Floridians to find out more about the children immediately available for adoption right in their home state. N/A 800-96-ADOPT www.exploreadoption.com
Heart Gallery North Florida Are you considering opening your heart through ADOPTION? On any given day in Florida, there are more than 1,000 children waiting in Florida's foster care system ... waiting for adoption. These children are of all of all ages, races, and ethnic backgrounds. You may be able to adopt if: You have a stable and safe home; You can offer unconditional love and a sense of belonging; You can offer a lifelong commitment. 525 N. Martin Luther King Blvd 850-321-6851 info@heartgallerynorthflorida.org www.heartgallerynorthflorida.org