Jane Palmer offers postnatal care to mothers and babies, either in the comfort of their homes or at the clinic. This service is ideal for women who leave the hospital within a few days of their baby’s birth, or for women who are experiencing difficulties. Receiving one-to-one support from an experienced midwife offers a variety of benefits. These include the opportunity to develop a trusting and supportive relationship, consistency of advice and picking up any postnatal issues.
During a postnatal visit, the health and well-being of both mother and baby are checked. You can book a one-off postnatal visit or a package of care.
Provided for up to six weeks, the postnatal care package incorporates approximately six postnatal visits, including a comprehensive six-week postnatal check. At each visit, your midwife will conduct a mother and well-baby check as well as discuss with you any issues or problems you or your baby may be experiencing. In addition, your midwife will provide information on infant feeding, postnatal exercises, parenting and family adjustments, family planning and community resources.
Cost
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| Description | Length of Visit | Private Cost to Woman | Medicare Scheduled Fee | Rebate from Medicare | Out of Pocket – GAP | Safety Net Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short Postnatal | 20 minutes | $80.00 | $60.85 | $51.75 | $28.25 | $19.30 |
| Long Postnatal | 60 minutes | $180.00 | $89.50 | $76.10 | $103.90 | $25.80 |
| Postnatal Home Visit | 60 minutes | $250.00 | $89.50 | $76.10 | $173.90 | $25.80 |
| Six Week Visit | 60 minutes | $180.00 | $60.85 | $51.75 | $128.25 | $19.30 |
* Safety Net Payment – additional rebate for Australian families and singles who incur out-of-pocket costs for Medicare-eligible out-of-hospital services. You may be eligible to receive this payment in addition to the standard Medicare rebate for midwifery services once you reached the annual threshold of out-of-pocket expenses. To find out more visit Medicare’s website.
Hours: Flexible, by appointment. Monday to Friday.
Appointments
Please press the button below to schedule an appointment with Jane. Alternatively, you can phone 02 9890 5687 Monday to Friday between 08:00 am and 04:00 pm.
You can see Jane in her clinic at North Parramatta or Jane can visit you in the comfort of your home. For home visits, please make sure you live within the circle on the map.
