Gift and Flower Delivery to Nationwide Children's Hospital

Milano's UpTowne Florist delivers balloons, plush friends and get-well gifts to children staying at Nationwide Children's Hospital near downtown Columbus. A visit from a balloon can turn a long day around for a kid in the hospital. We'll send you a photo once your gift arrives.

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Nationwide Children's Hospital
700 Children's Dr., Columbus, OH 43205

Foil Balloons Only, Never Latex

Nationwide Children's does not allow latex (rubber) balloons anywhere in the hospital, because they're unsafe for children. Foil (Mylar) balloons are fine. Every balloon we send to Nationwide Children's is foil. Choose a shape the child will love: a favorite animal, a number for a birthday, or a bright "Get Well Soon."

Picking a Gift for a Child

Think about the child's age. Toddlers love a big, simple balloon and a soft plush they can hold. School-age kids might like a character balloon or a small bouquet in a fun container. Teenagers often prefer something low-key, like a single balloon and a card from friends.

Fresh flowers and plants aren't allowed on every unit. Children in intensive care, cancer care or transplant units are especially likely to have restrictions. If you'd like to send flowers, tell us the unit and we'll check first. If flowers aren't permitted, we'll call you to switch to a balloon or plush.

Don't Forget the Parents

Parents often stay at the hospital around the clock. A small arrangement or a treat for the family room, or flowers sent to the house for when everyone gets home, shows support for the whole family, not just the patient.

How delivery works: we deliver to the hospital's receiving point, hospital staff take your gift to the child's room, and we text or email you a photo. Order early in the day for same-day delivery. No Sunday deliveries.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I send latex balloons to Nationwide Children's?

No. Nationwide Children's does not allow latex balloons anywhere in the hospital. Milano's UpTowne Florist sends only foil (Mylar) balloons there.

Do you deliver flowers to hospitals?

Yes. Milano's delivers to hospitals within its service area when the facility and patient unit permit flowers. Provide the patient's full legal name, hospital name, room number when known, and a phone number. The hospital controls final acceptance and movement to the room.

Can flowers be delivered to an ICU or intensive care unit?

Many intensive care and specialty units restrict fresh flowers, plants, balloons, or large gifts. Contact the hospital or ask the shop to verify the current policy before ordering. A non-floral gift or delivery after transfer may be more appropriate.

What flowers are best for a hospital room?

Compact, stable, low-fragrance designs are often best for hospital rooms because space can be limited. Avoid highly scented flowers when sensitivity is a concern, and consider hospital restrictions before adding balloons, plants, glass, or oversized designs.

Are flowers delivered directly to the patient's room?

Usually the florist delivers to an authorized hospital receiving point, information desk, volunteer desk, or security area. Hospital staff then control final delivery to the room. The florist cannot guarantee how quickly the hospital completes that internal step.

Do you deliver flowers on Sundays?

Milano's UpTowne Florist is closed on Sundays and does not offer standard Sunday delivery. This is subject to change for holidays and pre-arranged weddings or events; call 614-889-1001 to check availability for a specific date.

Send Comfort or Congratulations to Nationwide Children's

Milano's UpTowne Florist is family-owned and has designed flowers for Central Ohio since 1935, from our studio at 729 Mt. Airyshire Blvd. in Columbus. Need help choosing? Call 614-889-1001.