Every birth, every newborn, every family is considered special, and we are committed to providing them with safe and personalised care. As an academic medical centre, our specialist consultants are devoted to ensuring high standards of patient care, teaching and medical research.
The Division of Maternal Fetal Medicine specialises in High-Risk Obstetrics. Our team delivers comprehensive, multidisciplinary care for women and their unborn babies facing complications identified prior to or during pregnancy. Women with uncomplicated pregnancies are equally welcome and are supported by our qualified ambulatory and inpatient staff.
We provide a comprehensive range of obstetrical services and prenatal fetal care facilities. Most of our patients experience a normal, healthy pregnancy and birth. However, major medical disciplines, including ICU care, neonatal care, cardiology, cardio-thoracic surgery and paediatric surgery, are available in the hospital should the need arise.
We provide the following services:
At NUH, our experienced team of obstetricians, midwives, nurses and sonographers are committed to supporting you throughout your pregnancy and delivery.
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The midwife-led clinic offers comprehensive care for expectant mothers throughout pregnancy and into the postpartum period. Run by registered midwives, the clinic supports women with low-risk pregnancies between 24 and 39 weeks of gestation, focusing on the health and well-being of both mother and baby.
Working with the obstetricians, the clinic adopts a patient-centred approach to journey with the mother and provides personalised monitoring, antenatal assessments, and education.
Referrals to the midwife-led clinic are made by the obstetrician to ensure mothers receive holistic care and seamless support throughout their journey.
Here, expectant mothers will receive regular consultations by a midwife who will:
If needed, the midwife can also arrange for referrals to additional support services such as a medical social worker, dietitian, or professionals from the Women's Emotional Health Service (WEHS).
Our antenatal programme which is offered to our patients, provides the information and guidance to support you through your pregnancy and prepare you for parenthood. Our programme covers a range of essential topics, including:
Please click here to view the brochure and programme details.
From your 28th week of pregnancy, our pre-registration service ensures a smooth and hassle-free admission process for your delivery.
You will receive all the necessary documents for direct admission and can bypass the usual administrative procedures and proceed directly to the Delivery Suite on your day of delivery.
Patients are required to make a deposit based on the entire estimated bill size. This deposit is typically collected during your clinic visit following financial counselling (conducted between 28 to 32 weeks of pregnancy), where the estimated costs based on your mode of delivery will be provided.
Every delivery is unique, and we provide personalised care to ensure a safe birthing experience for all our patients.
Vaginal Birth
Our delivery suite is fully air-conditioned and furnished with all the necessary equipment required for your delivery. Our team of experienced obstetricians, anaesthesiologists, midwives and nurses will closely support and guide you through the labour process. Pain relief options are available to help you with the management of labour pain.
Here, fetal monitoring will also be conducted to measure your baby’s heartbeat and your contractions to help your care team assess and ensure your baby’s well-being.
Caeserean Section
A Caesarean section (C-section) is a surgical procedure involving an incision through the abdomen and uterus to deliver the baby.
A planned C-section may be recommended if a vaginal birth poses potential risks to the mother or baby, while an emergency C-section may be required if there are complications that arise during labour.
Our surgical team is equipped with the skills and equipment to ensure a safe procedure for both mother and baby. We also provide post-operative care to support your recovery.
For more information on preparing for your delivery, click here.
After your delivery, our team will provide you with the guidance on breastfeeding, neonatal jaundice, family planning, and newborn care.
NUH has been a Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI)-certified hospital since 2013. We encourage skin-to-skin contact and the initiation of breastfeeding with your newborn as soon as possible after birth. In addition, we recommend that your baby room-in with you during your entire stay.
To ensure that your baby gets a healthy start in life, newborn screening will be carried out for early detection of health problems. Vaccinations will also be administered according to the National Childhood Immunisation Schedule.
Upon discharge, you will be provided with a set of postnatal advice to help you navigate recovery, breastfeeding and newborn care.
We offer an antenatal package for our private patients that covers all pregnancy-related consultations after the 20th week of pregnancy.
The package includes:
All private patients who are at least 20 weeks pregnant are eligible for the package. As you approach your 20th week of pregnancy, our staff will inform you of this package during your visit, and you may sign up for it at the clinic.
The paediatric screening package is included for all our private patients.
This package consists of daily check-ups for your newborn by a paediatrician from the Khoo Teck Puat – National University Children’s Medical Institute (KTP-NUCMI) throughout your post-delivery stay at NUH.
Any tests and medication required is not included in the package and will be charged separately. Additional charges will also apply for higher-level or intensive care if required.
This is an optional service for a paediatrician to be on standby during your delivery, available upon request by you and your obstetrician.
This service is available in the single-bedded wards (A1) with the option for one family member to accompany you overnight. The ward is equipped with a sofa bed for one adult.
To ensure you are well-prepared for delivery and admission, consider packing your bag or suitcase a few weeks in advance.
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When you are in labour, please proceed to the Delivery Suite (Ward 22, Main Building Level 2).
Your spouse/partner is encouraged to accompany you throughout your labour.
Some patients may find contractions uncomfortable. Options for pain relief such as entonox, pethidine or epidural can be discussed with your obstetrician prior to your delivery.
The MediSave Maternity Package (MMP) covers pre-delivery expenses (such as consultations and ultrasound scans) and delivery expenses in public and private hospitals. You may withdraw:
To claim pre-delivery charges from MediSave, NUH will submit the bills of pre-delivery medical care to the CPF Board for you, together with the delivery bill. The amount of MediSave that can be used is capped by the amount of the actual bill or the withdrawal limit, whichever is lower.
If you have pre-delivery medical expenses incurred from other healthcare institutions, please click here to submit the bills for MMP claims.
For more information on MediSave withdrawal limits for maternity bills, please visit the CPF website (see MediSave -> Maternity expenses).
From 29 May 2022 onwards, the introduction of digital birth certificates eliminates the need for parents to physically collect a birth certificate at NUH or the Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) Building.
Parents are required to use the LifeSG app to register their child's birth within 42 days. The issuance of a digital birth certificate costs S$18. You will be notified to download the digital birth certificate via ICA's e-Service. You have up to 90 days to download the digital birth certificate, which can be stored on your personal devices.
Please click here to access the LifeSG application.
When registering your child’s birth at the NUH Patient Service Centre, you will receive the Baby Bonus Congratulatory Card. It provides you with a quick overview of the online resources relevant for new parents. For more details, please visit the Baby Bonus website.
When you arrive at the clinic for your first appointment, please approach our service associates at the counter. Our staff will guide you through the registration process, height and weight assessment, POCT urine dipstick test, and blood pressure assessment.
Please bring along the following for your first appointment:
