Postnatal Care
Following the birth of your baby, regardless of method of delivery, we will do a Postnatal follow up with you and your new family. Postnatal care is offered at the clinic, you may contact us to make an appointment.
During these visits we will attend to the needs of the mother, baby and surrounding family. These consultations are individualised and suited to the needs of the new family.
A guide to your Postnatal consultations
Routine postnatal visits:
Check the health and wellbeing of mom (physical examination)
Check on emotional and psychological wellbeing
Check recovery and healing from the birth
Baby’s wellbeing and weight gain following the birth
Follow up on breastfeeding and assist with infant feeding
6 week Postnatal Visits:
Check the health and wellbeing of mom (physical examination)
Check on emotional and psychological wellbeing
Check recovery and healing from the birth
Breast Health Check
Follow up on breastfeeding and assist with infant feeding
Baby’s wellbeing
Give the go ahead on resumption of activities of daily living e.g. exercise, going back to work
Performing a pap smear
Counselling on Family Planning and Contraceptives
Appointments
Please contact us to attend your postnatal visits at our clinic, you may make an appointment at our Northcliff premises.
Support and education for breastfeeding your baby. We can also refer you to a lactation consultant if you are struggling with breastfeeding.
We refer you to our community resources for additional care as needed.
Helping you make a smooth transition into parenthood. Contact our support system for your individual family needs, helping you establish the coping skills necessary for your new role as a parent.
It takes a village!