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Our private hospital maternity care
Don't rush the special times. Stay for several days at one of our private hospitals.
A longer stay. More time to bond.
When you choose a St John of God Health Care private hospital, you are choosing a longer hospital stay, the option to have your partner stay with you overnight, your own obstetrician, and access to breastfeeding and mental health support with us.
All with the support and care of our midwives, nurses and experienced caregivers.
Why choose our private maternity care?
Partner stays overnight
Three is not a crowd. At our private hospitals, partners are encouraged to stay by your side, including overnight.
Breastfeeding support
We offer one-on-one breastfeeding support during your stay so you feel confident caring for your new baby.
Longer stay
Don’t rush the special time. Staying for several days with us so you have more time to bond.
Relationship with midwives
Our midwives are there for you and your family through pregnancy, birth and in the hours and days after birth.
Mental health support
The health and wellbeing of your baby isn’t the only important thing. Our no-cost perinatal mental health services are here for you too.
Choose your obstetrician
There are so many comforting aspects when it comes to the birth experience at our hospital, none more so than choosing your obstetrician.Our support for you and your family
The care you receive from your obstetrician and our midwives and nurses supports you through your pregnancy, birth and into the early days of parenthood including with breastfeeding and mental health.
We even have a birth playlist so you have the perfect backing track for when you welcome your little one into the world.
Choosing an obstetrician is an important part of early pregnancy. You should choose an obstetrician you feel confident in - someone whose judgement and advice you can trust. Our find a specialist search shows you the contact details, photos and biographies of obstetricians practicing at your local St John of God Health Care hospital.
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What mums-to-be need to know
Parents often need a wide range of support and guidance when it comes to preparing for the arrival of their new baby, particularly if it is their first. We offer relaxed, informal classes hosted by experienced midwives, providing a safe environment to learn, share and ask questions.