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Choosing your Maternity Hospital

April 06, 2018 Best 9 Months

You will make plenty of decisions during pregnancy and choosing where to deliver your baby is also one of the most important choices to make. Most obstetricians and gynaecologists are usually affiliated to one or more maternity hospitals, so it helps you to narrow down your choices by asking your doctor which hospital does he/her deliver in.

To make the best and informed decision on which hospital to deliver, you can sign up for hospital tours to find out more about each hospital's amenities and the services they provide. It is also the best way to clear any doubts you may have by finding out more with the person in charge of the hospital tour.


Choosing the room

Once you have decided on the hospital for your big day, the next step would be to select for the type of room that best suits your needs and finance. First time mothers are more inclined to opt for 1 bedded room for more privacy. Your husband will be able to stay overnight to keep you company and attend to you and baby's needs. There are sofas to host your visitors too.

A good maternity hospital is not necessarily the most expensive one. The pricing chart below may be a useful guideline for you to make the best choice without straining your finance. Please note that the prices stated is for natural and uncomplicated deliveries:

When comparing the prices, you may consider other important factors such as the quality of the medical staff and what the package includes for your preferred delivery option (vaginal delivery or a caesarean). Choose a hospital that meets your expectations and requirements.

Keep an open mind that deliveries are unpredictable. It is advisable to set aside some finance in the event of an emergency, particularly in the case of a high-risk pregnancy. Once the hospital is settled, prepare your hospital bag, relax and look forward to holding your newborn baby in your arms!