Maternity Services

Congratulations, you are going to be a mother soon!

At NUH Women's Centre, we are happy to serve you and meet your healthcare needs during your pregnancy and delivery. Our team of experienced obstetricians and nursing staff aim to provide quality care and service to help you stay in the best health and prepare you for the birth of your baby through a comprehensive range of maternity packages and services.

Maternity Services

• Antenatal Package for private patients
• Paediatric Screening Package 

Preparation for Your Bundle of Joy

• Complimentary maternity tour
• Antenatal & parentcraft programme
• Pre-registration service
• Things to bring for your delivery and admission

Other Useful Information

• Signs of labour
• What to expect during delivery?
• What to expect after delivery?
• Birth Registration

Antenatal Package for private patients

We are pleased to offer you an antenatal package that covers all pregnancy-related consultations after your 22nd week pregnancy.

This package includes:

• All clinic consultations with your obstetrician from the 22nd week of your pregnancy till the birth of your baby.
• 2 ultrasound / obstetric scans (at 22nd and 32nd weeks) to monitor the growth of your baby.
• 1 postnatal consultation.

Who is eligible for the antenatal package?

All private patients who are at least 22 weeks pregnant.

How do I sign up for this package?

As you approach your 22nd week of pregnancy, our clinic staff will inform you of this package during your visit.
You can sign up and pay for the package in full at the clinic.

You may also request for a copy from our clinic staff.

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Paediatric Screening Package

This package consists of a daily visit from a Paediatrician to check on your baby during your stay at NUH.
All private patients are automatically registered for this package.

Any tests and medication that are required will be charged separately. In the event that your baby requires a higher level of care or intensive care due to unforeseen circumstances, all additional items consumed will be charged, on top of the package price.

Optional Services

Paediatric Standby Service

This is an optional service for a paediatrician to standby during your delivery.  You and obstetrician can request for this service at the time of delivery.

Room-in Service

This service is available in the single bed ward (A1 Class) if you would like a family member to accompany you through the night. There is a sofa bed in the ward for one adult to room-in.

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Preparation for Your Bundle of Joy

Complimentary Maternity Tour

We conduct complimentary maternity tours on every Monday at 2pm to our Women's Clinic, Delivery Suite and postnatal wards. Each tour is limited to 10 couples and is available on a first-come-first-served basis. You can register for the tour with our clinic staff or contact the NUH Women's Clinic at 6772 2002.

Antenatal and Parentcraft Programme (for NUH patients only)

Our antenatal programme provides information and guidance which will prepare you for your pregnancy and parenthood journey. 

You can learn about antenatal care and coping with the physical changes to your body during your pregnancy, the labour experience, infant feeding, managing postnatal and newborn care. Our physiotherapy sessions cover antenatal exercises and relaxation techniques as well.

We have 2 programmes tailored to meet the needs of our NUH patients:

1) Normal Class - 7 consecutive sessions & 1 Baby Massage session 

Wednesdays
6pm - 8pm

Saturdays
9am – 11am / 11.30am – 1.30pm / 2pm – 4pm

Fees:
$256.80 - Singapore Citizen and Permanent Resident
$295.32 - Non-resident

2) Express Class - 2 consecutive sessions & 1 Baby Massage session

1st Saturday: Tour of our maternity facilities at 9am – 11am
2nd Saturday: Full day class at 9am – 5pm

Fees:
$192.60 - Singapore Citizen and Permanent Citizen
$221.49 - Non-resident

 *All classes are on a first-come-first-serve basis for NUH patients only; kindly make your booking early.

Please click here to find out more about our Antenatal and Parentcraft class.

You can sign up after our 12th week of pregnancy with our clinic staff or contact the NUH Women's Clinic at 6772 2002.

Pre-registration Service

From your 28th week of pregnancy, you will be pre-registered for your delivery. It allows you to bypass the usual administrative procedures when you come for your delivery and proceed directly to Delivery Suite. Upon pre-registration, you will be given all the necessary documents to bring along for direct admission to the Delivery Suite. This service is free and deposit is payable only upon admission. We will provide financial counselling during pre-registration.

Things to bring for your delivery and admission

You should pack your bag or suitcase a few weeks ahead and be ready for delivery and admission. The items to bring include:

Documents for Admission

• NRIC/ Passport
• Pre Registration Folder
• Letter of Guarantee (if any)

For Mother

• Cardigan
• Toiletries
• Nursing bras and nursing pads
• Personal skin care/ body care/ slippers (if preferred)
• A set of clothing to wear upon discharge
• Avoid bringing valuables/ jewellery
  
  

For the baby

• cap, mittens & booties
• A set of baby clothing and a towel/ baby banket
• car seat

* Please note that this list is not exhaustive and only includes some of the essential items.

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Other Useful Information

Below are some useful information and tips to help you prepare as you approach the day of your delivery.

Signs of Labour

• Regular contractions occuring every 5 to 15 minutes.
• A blood-stained mucus discharge from the vagina or 'show'.
• Should you encounter any bleeding from the vagina which is not 'show', please call our Delivery Suite Hotline 6772 5602 or proceed to Delivery Suite immediately.
• A sudden gush or continuous trickle of clear fluid from the vagina, which indicates that your 'waterbag' has ruptured.

What to expect during delivery?

When you are in labour, please call our Delivery Suite Hotline 6772 5602 and proceed to Delivery Suite, Main Building Level 2. 

Upon arrival at Delivery Suite, our nurses will bring you to your own suite, where you will remain throughout the delivery. If your labour is established, you will be given a fleet enema to clear your bowels. You and your baby will be monitored continuously to ensure that your labour is progressing well. You can also expect regular vagina examinations by your  obstetrician/ midwife and if necessary, an infusion line will be set up. During labour, you are advised not to eat and drink, but sips of water are allowed. Your spouse/partner is encouraged to accompany you throughout your labour.

Some patients may find contractions very uncomfortable. You may want to opt for entonox, pethidine or epidural. You should discuss these options with your obstetrician prior to your delivery to determine the option that best suits your needs.

What to expect after delivery?

The medical and nursing staff in the postnatal ward will show you how to:

• Care for yourself during postnatal period
• Breastfeed or bottle-feed your baby
• Change your baby's diapers
• Clean your baby's umbilical cord
• Bathe and care for your baby

They are also available to help you understand more about:

• Neonatal jaundice
• Postnatal 'blues'
• Postnatal visits at our clinic for you and your baby
• Vaccination for your baby
• Family planning

Birth Registration

Please click here for details to register the birth of your newborn. 

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Please contact the Women's Clinic at (65)6772 2002 for more information or to make an appointment, or email us at  appointment@nuhs.edu.sg