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Post‑Birth Support - Private Postnatal Care & Stay
- Midwives available 24/7 for postnatal care and advice
- Tailored onsite physiotherapy services
- Comfortable, private postnatal rooms for rest and recuperation
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POSTNATAL CARE AT HCA UK
Why choose us?
Welcoming a new baby into your life changes everything and we’re here to provide you with exceptional care and support as you navigate this special time. Our dedicated team of experienced consultants, midwives and nurses at The Portland Hospital in London is second to none.
We offer personalised postnatal services designed to give you the extra physical and emotional support and skilled guidance you may need as you get to know your family’s newest member. From expert advice on newborn care to postpartum recovery, we support you every step of the way.
Postnatal care refers to the medical and emotional help provided to a mother and her newborn after childbirth, and it can offer very important support in the period right after a baby is born. Our focus will be on your recovery as a new mother, on your baby's health and wellbeing, and on how you can best make the major adjustments that come with life as a new parent.
The period right after your new baby is born can be a physically challenging and emotionally charged time. Alongside the joy of your new arrival, you may find that some unique challenges are thrown up for you as a new mother, as well as for your baby.
As a new mum, you’ll be managing physical changes, such as healing from delivery and adjusting to hormonal shifts and we can be here to help. Your newborn’s overall health and development will need monitoring too, including ensuring that your baby is feeding properly and checking for any birth-related issues. Early interventions with vaccinations and screenings can also help to protect your baby's long-term health.
As a new mum, you’ll be managing physical changes, such as healing from delivery and adjusting to hormonal shifts and we can be here to help. Your newborn’s overall health and development will need monitoring too, including ensuring that your baby is feeding properly and checking for any birth-related issues. Early interventions with vaccinations and screenings can also help to protect your baby's long-term health.
Our experienced team is here to give you the time and space to recover and get to know your newborn. They offer a specialist level of care that can support your physical recovery after giving birth, aiding the healing process and ensuring that any complications are addressed.
We’re also here with expert guidance to help with breastfeeding, suggesting proven techniques that can make things easier for you and your newborn and helping you to resolve any early challenges. Our care focuses on your emotional wellbeing as a new mum too, offering support for any mental health issues that can develop, from mild baby blues to more serious bouts of postnatal depression.
Regular health checks will ensure that your baby is developing properly. They’re also an opportunity to gain valuable advice on everything from safe sleeping practices to nutrition.
All this is available in the comfort of a private, reassuring environment helping to ensure that you feel rested and secure during this important period.
We’re also here with expert guidance to help with breastfeeding, suggesting proven techniques that can make things easier for you and your newborn and helping you to resolve any early challenges. Our care focuses on your emotional wellbeing as a new mum too, offering support for any mental health issues that can develop, from mild baby blues to more serious bouts of postnatal depression.
Regular health checks will ensure that your baby is developing properly. They’re also an opportunity to gain valuable advice on everything from safe sleeping practices to nutrition.
All this is available in the comfort of a private, reassuring environment helping to ensure that you feel rested and secure during this important period.
Our private postnatal care includes a committed team of midwives, nursery nurses and healthcare assistants available 24/7 to support mothers and babies, including lactation specialists to assist with breastfeeding.
Therapy support services, including physiotherapy and postnatal recovery advice, are also available.
You’ll be looked after in a private, en-suite room with the option for your birthing partner to stay. With 24-hour room service offering a variety of nutritious meals to suit a range of dietary requirements, it’s everything you need for a happy and healthy start.
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POSTNATAL CARE AT HCA UK
Skilled, compassionate care for you and your newborn
Our postnatal care at The Portland Hospital includes everything you need to make a fast and full recovery, looking after both your own wellbeing and that of your child. All our packages include a six-week postnatal check for mum.
Newborn baby check and infant hearing screening
This full examination and assessment of your baby can detect conditions that are not easily identified during pregnancy which may affect your baby’s health, and it includes an expert hearing check. It’s a great opportunity to ask our consultant paediatricians any questions you may have about your baby’s growth and development.
Breastfeeding support
Access to our dedicated lactation specialists who can support you to establish a healthy breastfeeding routine.
24/7 room service
When your newborn wakes for a feed you may be hungry too, so we offer a variety of nutritious meals around the clock, carefully prepared by our catering team to suit most dietary needs.
Discharge and transfer of care to the NHS
Once you’ve been discharged, your care will pass back to your local NHS trust. Our team will ensure your discharge summary is sent to your local community midwives who’ll continue caring for you and your baby.
Physiotherapy
If you’ve been affected by an accident, injury, medical condition or procedure, our specialist physiotherapists can play a vital role in supporting you to get back to the things you love. We’re here for you.
Accessing private health care
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 of 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 give you a clear and transparent quote outlining exactly what’s included in your self-pay package.
YOUR POSTNATAL JOURNEY
Supporting new beginnings during your time with us
We want to give your new baby the best possible start, and you a great experience in this early phase of life as a new mum. From the moment your baby arrives to the day you both return home, we’re committed to giving you all the support, wraparound therapies and advice you may need, in a comfortable and safe environment.
You'll be taken care of at the UK's only fully private maternity hospital, where our skilled team provides exceptional postnatal care supported by state-of-the-art facilities. This gives you a chance to rest after the birth and ensure that both you and your baby are in good shape to start life at home.
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Initial postnatal check and support
After giving birth, you'll receive an initial postnatal check from our expert midwives. This includes monitoring your recovery, addressing any concerns and providing essential advice on baby care and your overall wellbeing.
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Personalised care and recovery
During your stay, you'll benefit from personalised care in a private, en-suite room with access to 24/7 support from our team of midwives, nurses and healthcare assistants. We offer services such as physiotherapy to help you recover and navigate any physical postnatal challenges.
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Breastfeeding and baby care guidance
Our professional lactation consultants are here to offer any breastfeeding help you may need, keeping you and your baby healthy and comfortable. Your baby will also have regular health checks to ensure that their growth and development are on track.
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Postnatal follow-up and ongoing support
Once you’ve been discharged back to care of the NHS, follow-up care will still be available to help monitor your recovery and provide additional advice. Physiotherapy reviews can be scheduled if you need them, and our team is always available to answer any questions you may have.
Our location
Where can I access maternity and postnatal care?
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
Postnatal care FAQs
Your recovery and personal circumstances are key to deciding how long you need to remain with us. Typically, mothers stay in hospital for up to 48 hours following an uncomplicated vaginal birth, and three to four days after a caesarean section.
Every birth and postnatal experience is different. If you feel ready to go home sooner, your healthcare team will assess you to help you make the best decision for you and your new baby.
Every birth and postnatal experience is different. If you feel ready to go home sooner, your healthcare team will assess you to help you make the best decision for you and your new baby.
We advise all new parents to have a newborn baby check which offers a full examination and assessment. This allows us to ensure that everything is well with your newborn and to rule out conditions that can be harder to identify during pregnancy and this check is included in your package. You'll be asked to sign a consent form before we test your baby.
Our postnatal care package includes a range of additional services to support mother and baby, including 24/7 access to our midwives. Physiotherapy is available to help with your physical postpartum recovery. We offer emotional support with any postnatal concerns you may have for yourself too, including having the ‘baby blues’, or more serious post-natal depression.
We also offer an extensive array of paediatric services delivered by our world-leading paediatric consultants who specialise in the treatment of children with common and complex conditions. These include conditions relating to:
- Audiology
- Cardiology
- Dermatology
- Endocrinology
- Gastroenterology
- Neurology and neurosurgery
- Scoliosis
You’ll be expertly monitored by our experienced doctors and midwives after giving birth. If you experience any complications, our team will be at hand to provide an immediate and expert assessment and deliver any necessary medical support you need.
Following your discharge from The Portland Hospital, your care will pass back to your local NHS trust. Our ward staff will ensure your discharge summary is sent to your local community midwives so they can continue the appropriate care for you and your baby.
However, all our packages include a six-week postnatal check for new mothers, so you can come back at that point for an assessment.
However, all our packages include a six-week postnatal check for new mothers, so you can come back at that point for an assessment.
Our patient stories
Fiona's high-risk pregnancy
When Fiona was diagnosed with a potentially life-threatening condition during pregnancy, The Portland Hospital helped her to deliver her baby safely.
Lucy's caesarean delivery
Lucy shares her experience of having a baby by C-section
Faye and Oliver's story
For Faye and Oliver, their wish to start a family led them to discover the egg sharing programme at Lister Fertility Clinic.
“Our postnatal care services ensure both mother and baby are happy and comfortable. We aim to provide the ongoing support that promotes a positive, healthy start for you both. It’s the perfect opportunity for you to raise any physical, emotional or breastfeeding concerns.”
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