COMPLETE MATERNITY CARE SERVICE

Pre-Pregnancy

Having a baby can be both exciting and overwhelming. As Singapore’s first private maternity care, we have cared for thousands of mums through their pregnancy and paediatric care. Let us help you with your baby planning and connecting with the right doctors and specialists to make your journey a pleasant and memorable one.

• Choose your maternity health partner
  Having a baby goes beyond you and your partner. Choosing obstetrics & gynaecology services, parentcraft services, home caregiver, etc, can be quite overwhelming especially for first time parents. Let us be your partner for your baby planning.
• Download Pregnancy Checklist
  For first time parents or couples having their second or third baby, we all need some guidance and reminders on the exciting journey of parenthood. Download our Pregnancy Checklist to guide you through this amazing maternity journey.
• Go for a pre-pregnancy health screening
  Going for a pre-marital health screening can help prepare you and your spouse as you embark on family planning. Identify underlying hereditary disease or medical condition in order to take the necessary precautions or treatments.
• Adopt a healthy lifestyle and time your ovulation
  It is important to prepare yourself and your partner emotionally and physically. Eliminating bad habits like smoking and heavy drinking, eating healthily, exercising regularly and timing your ovulation are vital to increase your chance of getting pregnant.

Pregnancy1st Trimester (1-12 weeks)

The doctor has confirmed that you are expecting a baby. Hurray!

• Book an appointment with your gynaecologist
  Book an appointment with our obstetrics and gynaecology doctors here.
• Sign up for maternity membership to enjoy incentives
  Enjoy hospital savings and benefits by signing up for our Alvernia ladies card here.
• Consider your prenatal testing options
  Consult our doctors for the various prenatal test for your baby here.
• Shop for maternity clothes
  Start shopping for your maternity clothes at retail stores and our pharmacy here.

Pregnancy2nd Trimester (13-24 weeks)

My bump is getting bigger. How can I better prepare myself?

• Arrange a regular ultrascan schedule
  Arrange with your doctor for regular ultrascan to monitor the physical development of your baby.
• Go for hospital tour
  Familiarise yourself with our services and facilities prior to your delivery by joining our maternity tour here.
• Attend Childbirth Education Class
  At about week 20, prepare yourself and your partner for the experiences and challenges ahead by attending our Childbirth Education Class here.
• Shop for baby products
  Start shopping for your baby products and the necessities to prepare for your baby room.

Pregnancy3rd Trimester (25-38 weeks)

Few more weeks to my delivery, what should I expect?

• Book confinement nanny service and food
  Consider your confinement nanny service and food. Remember to book them early.
• Train your caregiver or helper
  Whether it is your parents or a caregiver, get connected with them and ensure that they are equipped and prepared to help you care for your baby.
• Consider your pain relief options during delivery
  Consult with your doctor on the various pain management options. Enrol in our parentcraft childbirth education to learn about how to cope with your labour here.
• Decide on cord blood banking
  Consider stem cell storage of your baby’s cord blood for his or her lifetime protection. Contact our partner Cordlife for assistance here.

Pregnancy3rd Trimester (25-38 weeks)

The delivery time is nearing. What should I prepare before going to the hospital?

• Pre-register online to ensure a hassle-free admission process
  Pre-register your stay with us here to ensure a smooth and hassle-free admission.
• Arrange transport arrangements to the hospital
  Driving yourself for delivery may sound cool but it is definitely not recommended. Arrange your husband, a driver or other transport arrangements to ensure smooth transportation to the hospital.
• Install a baby’s car seat
  Install a baby’s car seat to ensure that you and your baby can have a safe journey back after delivery. Get one at our pharmacy here.
• Pack your hospital admission bag 2-4 weeks before the estimated delivery date
  Last minute packing is never a good idea. Please your admission bag at least 2-4 weeks before your estimated delivery date.

1. Pyjamas or night dresses with front opening for ease of breastfeeding (for mum)
2. Cardigan (for mum)
3. Full set of clothes and wrap to go home (for baby)
4. 2 pairs of mittens (for baby)
5. Personal toiletries
6. Non-slip bedroom slippers
7. Nursing bras without underwire support
8. Socks to be worn in Delivery Suite
9. Casual wear upon discharge
10. Polythene bags (for your soiled clothes)
11. Sanitary pads (optional)
12. Breastfeeding nursing pads (optional)

Post BirthSuccessful Delivery

The delivery is successful. Parenthood, here I come!

• Consult lactation consultant on breastfeeding and baby care
  Our lactation consultant will visit you daily at the ward to offer advice and guidance on general newborn care, bathing baby and breastfeeding. Do attend our complimentary educational sessions here to practice and learn more.
• Get help from parentcraft homecare services
  After discharge, you can still contact the parentcraft services if you need any advice or even assistance at home.
• Consider weight management and exercise options
  Consider your options for weight management and exercise after childbirth. Contact our nutritionist for assistance here.
• Pick up essential mother and baby products at pharmacy
  Before leaving the hospital, remember to pick up essential mother and baby products at our Alvernia pharmacy.

Birth Registration

If you or your spouse are a

• Singapore citizen
• both have SingPass accounts and
• your marriage is registered in Singapore

you may use the LifeSG app to register your child’s birth.
Please visit https://www.life.gov.sg/#ways-we-help for more information on this service or download the app to use the service now.

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If you are not eligible for the online registration, you may still register at our Business Office counter with the following documents:

* Notification of Live Birth (which will be handed to you by the hospital)
* Completed BD13 (Birth Registration Form)
* Both parents’ ORIGINAL NRICs (Foreigners have to bring ORIGINAL Passports)
* ORIGINAL Marriage Certificate
* ORIGINAL Malaysian Blue IC for Malaysians
* A Letter of Authorisation to be signed by both parents of the child if someone else registers the birth.
* ORIGINAL Deed Poll if parent’s name has been changed and is different from the NRIC.

Registration fee will be S$42. Kindly note the operating hours of the Birth Registration counter below:

Operating Hours
Mondays to Fridays: 9am to 4pm
Saturdays: 9am to 12 noon
Closed on Sundays & Public Holidays

Birth registration of baby can be done within 42 days from the date of birth. However, it is strongly encouraged that you register within 14 days.

• Register for a CDA account
  You can register for a Child Development Account with our partner POSB here.
• Go for baby blessing
  We would love to conduct baby blessing for your little ones at our chapel. It is available for every newborn regardless of race, nationality or religion. Interested couples to contact our ward staff to arrange a suitable time.

Baby Bonus Application Service

You may apply for this via the LifeSG app as well. Otherwise, you can apply online at https://www.babybonus.msf.gov.sg using your Singpass account. Please make sure that you have the following documents ready to complete application:

• Bank Account Holder’s account details to receive the cash gift
• Personal particulars of the Bank Account Holder and CDA Trustee if they are a third party (i.e. not the child’s parent)
• Adoption order and Schedule (if your child is adopted)
• Marriage Certificate (for overseas marriages) For more information, please visit the official website at https://www.babybonus.msf.gov.sg/parent/web/home

Please note: Birth registration will not be processed if you fail to produce any of the required documents stated above.

Birth Registration

How do I care for my bundle of joy?

• Get vaccination from a paediatrician
  There are various vaccination that is recommended for your baby. Upon birth, ensure that your paediatrician administer BCG and Hepatitis B first dosage vaccination for your baby. Check out the full list of recommended immunisation here.
• Consider additional baby screening
  For full screening of your baby’s health, consider additional screening such as Newborn hearing, Bilirubin (test for jaundice) and Metabolic Screening Tests. Interested couples to contact our ward nurses to arrange these tests.
• Bring your baby for a massage
  Bring your baby for a massage or even get yourself trained in baby massage at our Alvernia Parentcraft Centre here.
• Attend weaning class
  When and how to help your baby transit from milk to solids? Join our weaning class here to equip yourself with the knowledge and skills to help your baby in this transition.