Parent and Family Resources

Working while raising children or caring for aging parents is a balancing act. Miami offers resources to help level that balance.

New Parents

Welcoming a new baby into your life can be overwhelming. Miami offers paid parental leave and other resources to make the transition easier both at home and at work.

Breast Feeding Resources 

Mothers Rooms

These designated rooms for new mothers offer privacy and comfort during the work day for breast milk pumping.

Hamilton Campus

Rentschler Hall, 227; this room is kept open during MUH business hours. Contact Campus Security (513-785-3222) for evenings and weekends.

Middletown Campus

Johnston Hall, 235; Call Campus Security (513-727-3333) to request access.

Oxford Campus

  • Upham Hall, 52A
  • Cole Service Building, 168A
  • Shriver Center, 318

On-Campus Child Care Centers

Located conveniently on Miami's campuses, child care centers offer extra comfort when leaving your child while you work.

Active Living for Families

We work in affiliation with campus and community facilities to offer programs for family members of all ages.

Enjoy various programs at the Rec Center, such as Youth Climbing Team, Family Fun Days, Baby and Me Yoga.

Miami University employees can participate in the corporate membership discounted plans offered by local YMCAs. Discount plans vary by location, so please contact the YMCA branch you are most likely to use on a regular basis for details. Signup occurs at the individual branches and requires a valid MU ID.

Did you know?

Your spouse can participate in our wellness programs, too.

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