Because every birth deserves a beautiful beginning.
Welcome to Suite Beginnings, Richmond University Medical Center’s premium maternity experience.
Enjoy the comfort of our newly renovated private suites – complete with thoughtful touches, cozy amenities, and the expert care you expect from Staten Island’s “Baby Hospital.”
A Premium Maternity Experience Designed Around You
Every birth is unique – and your recovery should be, too.
Suite Beginnings offers every new mother a serene, private environment with elevated amenities designed for rest, bonding, and comfort.
Included Amenities:
- Private, newly renovated maternity suite – at no additional cost
- Celebration dinner for two*
- Plush robe and slippers
- Daily snack basket
- Premium bath products
- Stuffed Richie the Koala rattle keepsake
- Infant onesie
- Halo ® Sleep Sack
- Sleep mask
- Tote bag
*At the direction of your care team, dietary restrictions may apply.
Enhance Your Recovery Experience
For an extra layer of relaxation, Suite Beginnings offers the option to add a restorative in-room postpartum side-lying massage, provided in collaboration with Relax on Cloud 9 Health and Wellness Spa. Because at RUMC, your comfort matters as much as your care.
Meet Richie the Koala

Say hello to Richie the Koala, our Suite Beginnings mascot!
Like a koala’s gentle embrace, Richie represents warmth, closeness, and care you’ll experience during your stay. Each new mom receives a plush Richie rattle as a keepsake – your very first reminder of where your family’s story began.
Your Suite Awaits
Whether this is your first baby or a new chapter in your growing family, Suite Beginnings makes every stay feel personal and peaceful. For an all-inclusive rate of $325, you’ll enjoy a private suite experience with thoughtful amenities designed for comfort, recovery, and bonding. Let our maternity team help you plan your delivery and enjoy a hospital experience that feels like home.