Postnatal Support & Newborn Care
Support for you and your baby in those precious early weeks
The first weeks with a newborn are wonderful - and also exhausting, overwhelming, and full of questions. Whether you need help with feeding, want reassurance that everything's going well, or just need someone experienced to check in on you, we're here. We can come to you or see you at the clinic - whatever works best.
What We Offer
Home Visits
One postnatal home visit is offered after discharge from hospital. Subsequent visits are now at the clinic. Discovery clients are able to get up to 3 subsidised postnatal visits/consults in the first 6 weeks after baby is born, subject to availability. The first visit is always at home with a surcharge of R300, and subsequent follow-ups will be at the clinic for free. The first visit is 1.5 - 2 hours and follow-ups are 1 hour. If you are not with Discovery, prices are as follows:
Sr Megan Benn: First visit R900; follow-up visit R600 - R750 (depending on time spent)
Sr Brigitte Williams: R1300 for 2 hours (please book under Home Visit Lactation Consultation)
Newborn Check (First Consultation)
A thorough first check for your baby offering peace of mind and guidance for new parents in those first few weeks. This appointment includes essentials like: • Checking weight, length and head circumference, and plotting these on your baby's growth curve to ensure your baby is growing well • Feeding assessment – whether breastfeeding or bottle feeding, we will do a full oral assessment to ensure your baby is sucking and drinking effectively • Guidance on newborn care, including cord care, care of baby's skin, sleeping and what to expect in the first few weeks • Check in with mom and her recovery
General Consultation (Follow-ups)
Ongoing support for your parenting journey. A check in when you need follow up advice on anything baby related – concerns about baby's growth, feeding, or sleeping routines. Get expert care when you need it.
What to Expect
- A proper check-up for both you and baby - we want to make sure you're both doing okay
- Help with feeding, whether that's breastfeeding, bottles, or a bit of both
- Someone to answer all those 3am questions (well, during normal hours anyway!)
- A listening ear when you need to talk about how you're really feeling
Need Some Support?
Whether you're not sure what you need, or you've got a specific question - we're just a message away.