Why Birthcare?
Birthcare is a maternity hospital situated in Titoki Street in Parnell, with tranquil views over the Domain and the Museum. It is a primary maternity hospital available for both birthing and postnatal care.
Use of Birthcare is free to all birthing and postnatal women who are legible for free maternity care, but there is an option of upgrading to a private room should you choose. The private upgrade provides a single room with ensuite, television, fridge and special menu and the freedom for partners to stay over should they choose. However the same high quality midwifery service is available to all women using the facility.
Around 400 women a year give birth to their babies at Birthcare. The birthing rooms house large pools for those wishing to use warm water immersion for pain relief and relaxation. There are many midwives who currently provide birthing services here for those wishing to have their baby in a smaller, more intimate unit. We also have our own midwifery team. We are close to Auckland Hospital for transfer over should this be neccessary.
Birthcare prides itself on being able to offer quality postnatal care to all women regardless of whether they have had a normal delivery or a caesarean section. There is a great team of postnatal staff who provide services including physiotherapists, visiting paediatricians and lactation consultants. The midwifery and nursing staff are especially interested in that most important time of early postnatal care and enjoy being able to provide great care. They are highly skilled and have undergone extensive education around breastfeeding issues. They give special attention to parentcraft and education to assist with the transition into parenthood. They liase closely with the LMC's. Birthcare services are accessed by midwives, general practitioners and consultants.
The kitchen is able to cater for a full range of dietary needs. The food is delicious and plentiful, in line with requirements for breastfeeding mothers. Birthcare holds regular tours of the facility for prospective parents.
Birthcare is also a provider of antenatal education and focuses on general antenatal education and also specialty classes for those opting for a natural birth.
Birthcare is a secure facility offering free undercover parking.
