Postnatal care of mother, child and family

The birth of a child can simultaneously be a joyous and difficult time for any family, especially the mother. Every pregnancy, birth and postnatal period is unique, practical and supportive postnatal care is essential to a mother and baby’s well-being.

A postnatal check typically includes:

• weighing and measuring of your baby
• checking your blood pressure
• checking your healing progress
• assisting with breastfeeding support and education
• offering suggestions on sleep and settling techniques
• discussing any concerns, fears or anxieties

The 6 week postnatal check involves:

• weighing and measuring your baby
• checking your blood pressure
• checking your perineum if you had a tear or episiotomy
• a breast examination
• checking healing progress of incision if a caesarean birth
• completing a pap smear if due
• ordering follow up blood tests

To book a postnatal check, please phone us on 8303 2900. Please note that the 6 week check is done in conjunction with your child’s 6 week immunisations, please inform reception as a nurse will be required.