Maternity Stores

• A Pea in the Pod (Coral Gables, Kendall) It’s not perfect, but this national chain is one of the best local options for maternity basics like jeans, capris, work clothes, etc. Staff alternates between helpful and less so and prices can skew high, but the selection is broad and changes regularly. Also a great place to buy nursing bras. 350 San Lorenzo Ave, 305-648-1201; 7247 SW 88 St; 305-665-0936.
• American Apparel (Coconut Grove, Coral Gables, Miami Beach, South Miami) Not technically a maternity store, but a great option for inexpensive basics. Cotton tanks, skirts and dresses work year-round in Miami.
• Calypso (Bal Harbour) Although technically not a maternity store, Calypso is a South Florida pregnant woman’s dream. Nearly half of the store’s collection is lightweight, flowy, elastic and free-floating – all great investments for nine months of expansion. We’re particularly enamored with their stretchy skirts that double as dresses. 9700 Collins Avenue, 305-866-8202
• Gap Maternity (Aventura, Coconut Grove) Easy, breezy basics and seasonal items are prime picking at Gap Maternity. Look for basics like jeans and capris and/or seasonal accents. Moderate prices. Aventura: 19575 Biscayne Boulevard, 305-932-1522; Coconut Grove: 3015 Grand Avenue, 305-529-9499
• Olian Maternity (Coral Gables) Local designer Lili del Cueto designs to accentuate curves with fitting tops, billowy dresses and skinny jeans. High style and matching prices. 356 Miracle MIle, 446-2306
• Tutti Bambini (South Miami). This new South Miami boutique specializes in all things maternity - classes, products, advice, registry & all things in between. The full-service salon aims to manage all a new mom-to-be's pregnancy needs. 7211 SW 58 Ave; 305-669-1400.

Maternity Classes

• Ayama Yoga Center (North Miami) The weekly prenatal yoga class at this North Miami studio encourages moms-t0-be to slow down & breathe while toning muscles and improving balance and circulation. Expect deep breathing, meditation and relaxation exercises in each class. 2624 NE 188 St, 305-932-7755.
• A Womb’s View (Kendall) Classes at this Kendall center run the gamut from new parents to baby massage to breastfeeding. Support groups for new moms, pregnant women and parents of older kids are also available. Emphasis is on mental health & education. 8955 SW 87 Ct, suite 110, Miami; 305-387-3121.
• Baptist Hospital (Kendall) Five-week and single-day basic classes reviewing birth, labor and pain management. Other classes include Breastfeeding, Cesarean Section Planning, Newborn Parenting, Epidural Anesthesia for Labor, Sibling Class and Baby’s First Year. Call 786-596-8748 for details.
• Blue Bamboo (Midtown). Specializing in pre/post natal programs and women's health, this Biscyane Blvd studio blends physical therapy, Pilates, Gyrotonic and personal training into a custon designed package. 5050 Biscayne Blvd; 305-762-4044.  
• Childbirth Miami (Various Locations) Moms-to-be interested in private and/or group classes with a lot of hands-on practice can check out this Kendall class outlet. Topics include Lamaze, acupressure, massage, labor support, epidurals and c-sections. Call 305-245-2010 for details.
• Child Life @ Miami Children’s Hospital (Miami) Patients, siblings, parents & families are all welcome in Miami Children’s Hospital’s Child Life community outreach programs. Offerings include Parenting Boot Camp, SibShops, New Sibling Class (“Super Siblings”) and Infant massage. Various locations, call 305-666-6511 x4875 for details.
• Mercy Hospital (Coconut Grove) Mercy nurse and instructor Faith Ploude has quite the hold on the Miami maternity community. She’s legendary for her lactation consulting services and education classes. Faith & her team offer extensive pre & post-baby education options, including lamaze, c-section prep, breastfeeding, baby care and infant cpr. Call 305-285-2770 for details.
• Miami Life Center (Miami Beach) Expectant mom and yoga teacher Erin Hawks leads this 60-minute class focused on relaxation, balance, focus and flexibility. $10 suggested donation, call 305-534-8988 for details.
• Mount Sinai Hospital (Miami Beach) Mount Sinai offers the basics – breastfeeding, childbirth prep and infant cpr in single session and multi-week varieties. Call 305-674-BABY for more info.
• Nurturing Moves (Various Locations) Physical therapist, yoga teacher and more Michelle Maniaci offers a variety of pre and post-natal private and group classes. Offerings include pre & post natal yoga, mommy & me, infant massage, mother daughter belly dancing classes and more. Call 305-206-2229 or email birthdance@gmail.com for info.
• Prenatal Plus Yoga (Coral Gables) 20+ year fitness industry veteran Debra Geymayr hosts weekly pre and post-natal classes as well as family yoga and weekend classes for working moms. Classes focus on asanas geared toward pregnancy & birth and bringing women & couples together. Workshops on childbirth education, newborn baby care, breastfeeding and more also available. 401 Miracle Mile, 4th Floor, Coral Gables; 305-279-1322.
• Self Awareness Through Movement (North Miami Beach) These weekly sessions cater to moms, children and/or families (different classes are for different types of groups) and utilize dance and movement to boost self awareness. Classes are led by licensed mental health counselor Sofi Matz. 15939 Biscayne Blvd; 786-457-5714.
• Shalom Baby (Miami Beach) A religious twist on childbirth education, SB reviews labor and delivery prep with a registered nurse, infant care with a pediatrician, naming traditions with a rabbi,  circumcision with a mohel and more. Classes are held at Temple Beth Sholom. Call 786-507-6104 for details.
• Skipping Stones (Miami) Moms to be can enjoy this prenatal mat Pilates class designed to realign the body for a successful, natural child birth. Subjects include breathing techniques, pelvic floor exercises and core training. Call 305-759-0750 for info and registration.
• South Miami Hospital (South Miami) SMH offers an extensive battery of classes, including great expectations, a series free monthly seminars paired with Q&A with a registered nurse and prepared childbirth series, a five-week course reviewing birth options, relaxation and breathing techniques and postpartum care. Best of all, the hospital offers a free class for moms & dads in the hospital. Take it before you leave – it all means so much more after you’ve had the baby (even if it only has been 24 hours). SMH’s full roster of classes includes: Daddy Duties 101 (1 session, 90 minutes, $40); Infant Massage (5 sessions, 90 min each, $65) ; Daddy & Me Infant Massage (1 session, 75 min, $20); Baby Signs Class (1 session, 90 min, $80); Dad’s Rookie Year (1 hour, $10); Pregancy Massage (60 min, $75); and Prenatal Yoga-style (1 session, 60 min, $10). Call 786-662-5026 for details.
• Tutti Bambini (South Miami). This new South Miami boutique specializes in all things maternity - classes, products, advice, registry & all things in between. On-site classes include pre-natal education, breastfeeding, mommy care & infant CPR. 7211 SW 58 Ave; 305-669-1400.