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Maternity care
Personalised pregnancy & maternity support
- A dedicated specialist throughout your delivery
- Special care baby unit and an adult high-dependency unit
- 300+ nursing specialists and clinical professionals
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Maternity care at HCA UK
Why choose us?
As the only fully private maternity hospital in the UK, we’re dedicated to the safety and wellbeing of mothers-to-be. Your expert team, including midwives, nurses and leading obstetric consultants will make decisions with you, not for you, to create personalised care plans.
You’ll also have access to the UK's only private on-site neonatal intensive care unit, a special care baby unit, an adult high-dependency unit and an emergency theatre on the labour ward. We're prepared for all eventualities, which means you are too.
No.1the only UK private hospital dedicated to treating women and children
9level 3 intensive care beds for the highest levels of care
40,000babies, children and young people cared for each year
Personalised to you
Maternity care with mum and baby at the centre
24/7 support
from our dedicated maternity teams
Onward referrals for mum and baby
access to leading consultants in our HCA UK network
Maternity services at HCA UK
Expert, personalised care
Our maternity services are built around your choices, and we're by your side throughout your pregnancy and beyond. When it comes to delivery, we'll do everything we can to make your experience as comfortable as possible, and you’ll have access to a range of holistic pregnancy and delivery services including specialist scans, physiotherapy, newborn baby checks, as well as postnatal and breastfeeding advice.
Ultrasound and scans
Get support at every milestone with private pregnancy scans from 6 to 36+ weeks. Access state-of-the-art ultrasound technology, dedicated sonographers and women’s health consultants.
Exceptional maternity care with a consultant obstetrician
Our consultant-led delivery offers expectant mothers personalised, private maternity care supervised by an experienced obstetrician, ideal if you have a high-risk pregnancy or would just prefer expert oversight across your pregnancy.
Midwife-led maternity care
The midwife-led delivery at The Portland offers comprehensive care for low-risk pregnancies. This package can be accessed from 10, 20, or 30 weeks into pregnancy, with midwives available 24/7 for specialist advice.
Packages and pricing options
Pricing for midwife-led and consultant-led delivery packages at The Portland Hospital. The prices provide transparency and allow patients to see in advance how much their treatment is likely to cost.
Specialist antenatal classes
Comprehensive antenatal classes to prepare parents for birth and beyond.
Maternity: Patient admissions
We pride ourselves on ensuring parents-to-be who choose to have their baby at The Portland Hospital have as positive and stress-free a birthing experience as possible.
Pregnancy open evenings
If you're considering having your baby at The Portland Hospital, our regular open evenings offer you the chance to meet our maternity care experts and talk to them about your delivery needs and the options available to you.
What to expect
How we deliver first class care
At HCA UK, we want you to feel as comfortable and reassured as possible. One of the ways we can put you at ease is to let you know what to expect at each stage of your time with us.
From your first antenatal visit to follow-up care after your delivery, our team is here to guide and support you. You can expect continuity of care from a named consultant, access to leading midwives, and round-the-clock support in calm, comfortable surroundings.
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Early pregnancy
Our dedicated early pregnancy services at The Portland Hospital are designed to provide the support you need during your first weeks and months of pregnancy. Our expert sonographers, midwives and consultants are here for scans, tests and personalised support for you and your baby.
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Midwife or consultant-led maternity care
Whether you choose midwife-led or consultant-led care, you’ll be supported by experienced professionals every step of the way. Our expert team are here with advice and reassurance should you have any additional risk factors or concerns, and will help you decide on the right plan for you.
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Delivery
Whether you’re hoping for a natural delivery, or planning a caesarean birth, our team will work with you to support your choices. With your dedicated midwife or consultant obstetrician leading your delivery, and advanced facilities on hand, you’ll be in safe, skilled and compassionate hands throughout.
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Postnatal and neonatal care
Your care doesn’t stop after delivery. You’ll have dedicated support for feeding, recovery and emotional wellbeing, plus specialist neonatal teams should your baby need extra care. Whether you stay a few hours or a few days, we’ll make sure you both get the best possible start.
Locations
From your first consultation to the delivery of your baby and your final postnatal appointment, our team of experts at The Portland Hospital will ensure you have unparalleled care and support for both you and your baby.
The Portland Hospital
205-209 Great Portland Street W1W 5AH London
The Portland Hospital Outpatients, 32 Wimpole Street
32 Wimpole Street W1G 8GT London
The Portland Hospital Outpatients, Hale
Unit 6 Crown Passages WA15 9GN Hale, Cheshire
Upcoming event
Midwife Q&A
If you’re expecting a baby, our midwife-led online educational evening will help you understand your pregnancy better and highlight how our maternity team at The Portland Hospital can support you.
Held on Microsoft Teams, our midwives will cover a range of topics, including:
Held on Microsoft Teams, our midwives will cover a range of topics, including:
- A background on maternity care at The Portland Hospital
- Lesser-known areas of pregnancy education
- What The Portland Hospital can offer for your delivery
- An open Q&A to answer your pregnancy questions
Join us on Wednesday 21st January 2026, 5.45pm – 6.45pm.
Accessing private healthcare
Self-pay
You don’t need health insurance to be seen quickly. If you’re looking for a diagnosis or treatment and don’t want to wait, all our private healthcare services – from private GP appointments through to surgery and aftercare – can be paid for as and when you need them.
And to give you peace of mind from the start, we’ll offer you a clear and transparent quote outlining exactly what’s included in your self-pay package.
Maternity FAQs
We provide full maternity care from early pregnancy scans and antenatal appointments to labour, delivery and postnatal care. You can choose midwife-led or consultant-led care, and we also offer specialist neonatal care and breastfeeding support.
Our maternity units are fully equipped to manage both straightforward and complex births. If any complications arise, our on-site consultants, anaesthetists, and neonatal teams are available 24/7 to provide advanced, immediate care for you and your baby.
We also have a six-bed neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) at The Portland Hospital, with a team of consultants, neonatologists and neonatal nurses ready to care for your newborn with unparalleled experience and expertise.
Yes. We offer a full range of pain relief options during labour, including gas and air, epidurals, and other medications. Your midwife or consultant will discuss these with you so you can make an informed choice.
Absolutely. We welcome partners during labour and encourage them to stay and support you after birth. Our private rooms are designed with space and comfort in mind, and include facilities for partners to stay overnight where possible.
After delivery, you’ll receive care to support physical recovery, emotional wellbeing and infant feeding. Our midwives and lactation consultants are on hand to help, and we also offer follow-up appointments and newborn health checks.
You can book private maternity care by contacting our maternity team directly or asking your GP for a referral. We’ll guide you through the options, help you choose a consultant if needed, and discuss package costs upfront.
Our patients' stories
Safia’s birthing experiences at The Portland
"I had a huge fear of birth and hospitals, so I wanted to have that 1-2-1 experience. For all three of my births, the consultants were incredible and were on call day or night."
Laura's premature baby
When baby Grey was born at 31 weeks, he seemed healthy. But his condition quickly deteriorated, and he developed breathing and heart problems.
Lucy's caesarean delivery
Lucy shares her experience of having a baby by C-section
“We understand that every birth is unique and every mother deserves care that reflects her wishes. Our expert team is here to provide compassionate, personalised support, ensuring that your choices are respected at every stage.”
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