Postnatal Care

Understanding Postnatal Care

Postnatal care (also known as postpartum care) is the care provided to the mother and her newborn baby after birth and up to 6 weeks after birth.

At Cocoon Hospital, our postnatal care programme focuses on holistic healing, which includes addressing physical recovery, mental well-being, and newborn care education.

Benefits of Postnatal Care

Postnatal care is vital for both mother and newborn, as it offers the following benefits:

• Early detection of complications such as infection, postpartum haemorrhage, and urinary or faecal incontinence.
• Helps recover faster from a normal delivery or C-section.
• Support for breastfeeding and nutrition.
• Lower risk and severity of mental health problems through timely counselling.
• Ensures newborn’s healthy growth and development.

Postnatal Care Services at Cocoon Hospital

These components focus on assessing the health of both mother and baby, supporting infant feeding (particularly breastfeeding), and other holistic care.

A. For the Mother

• Physical Recovery

Monitoring vitals, uterine recovery (fundal height, lochia), blood pressure (for pre-eclampsia), and haemoglobin.

• Mental Health

Evaluation of postpartum depression (PPD), anxiety, and other emotional challenges.

• Lifestyle and Health;

Personalise nutrition, rest, and hygiene (perineal care) and address chronic conditions (if any).

• Future Family Planning

Counselling on contraceptive methods and birth spacing.

• Education

Providing the right information on birth and signs of health risk.

B. For the Baby

• Assessment of Physical Health

Track growth (weight, length), cord care, vital signs, and overall health.

• Help in Feeding 

Support in establishing and maintaining exclusive breastfeeding.

• Screening

Watch out for potential disorders, HIV, and TB.

• Immunizations

Timely vaccination to strengthen the immune system.

• Monitoring Development

Track whether the baby is achieving developmental milestones.

C. Family-Centered Support

Help partners and family to understand the process of parenthood by providing information for holistic well-being.

Where Support Can Be Needed ?

You may require supportive and professional care in the following situations:

• Perineal tears, episiotomy, or C‑section wounds.
• Lactation counselling for latch problems, low supply, or sore nipples.
• Personalised diet and hydration plans help maintain optimal energy levels and milk production.
• Gradual weight loss without harming the recovery process.
• Timely medical care if you notice warning signs in the mother or baby (heavy bleeding, fever, breathing trouble, poor feeding).

Why Choose Cocoon Hospital for Postnatal Care Services ?

Cocoon Hospital (a leading postnatal care hospital) helps monitor your body and supports your baby’s growth after delivery. Over 13 years of experience in caring for mothers and babies, we have conducted over 20,000 deliveries, and welcomed more than 20,000 babies

We are equipped with a Level III Neonatal Care Unit for critically ill and recovering newborns, supporting high-risk and premature babies. Our diagnostic facilities, backed by a multidisciplinary team of obstetricians, gynaecologists, and nutritionists,  protect both mothers and babies from hidden risks and support proper development.

Our top services:

• Luxury Birthing
• Neonatology
• Gynae Surgery
• Stem Cell Preservation
• Wellness Program
• Level 3+ Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)

Are you ready to elevate your post-delivery journey ?

Speak to our team for expert guidance at 08929816349.