Women & Children's
South Mississippi families can trust Forrest Health for personalized, quality care for women and children in Hattiesburg and Picayune.
In 2016, Forrest General became the first and only hospital in Mississippi to achieve Baby-Friendly designation, recognizing hospitals that offer the highest level of care for infant feeding and mother/baby bonding. Since 2019, Highland Community Hospital has also earned the international Baby-Friendly designation, demonstrating its commitment to the highest standards of care for breastfeeding mothers and their babies.
Since 1952, Forrest Health's Women and Children's Services has been delivering superior care across an extensive range of services, offering personal attention from highly skilled physicians and nurses.
This is why South Mississippi families have trusted their health and future to Forrest Health for more than half a century. No matter your age or needs, we offer services designed especially for you.
Serving South Mississippi in Hattiesburg and Picayune
Forrest Health's Women and Children's services are available in Hattiesburg at Forrest General Hospital and in Picayune at Highland Community Hospital.
Services offered at Forrest General:
Services offered at Highland Community Hospital:
Pediatrics
Forrest Health offers inpatient pediatric care at Forrest General Hospital and Highland Community Hospital. Both facilities have special nurses dedicated to the pediatric unit. Each room has a DVD player, and the unit has a playroom for our patients to enjoy!
