Search terms like “affordable maternity clinic near me” and “affordable midwife near me” bring a steady stream of Johannesburg moms to our site every week. If that’s what brought you here, this page answers the question directly: here’s what PMBcare’s Natural Birth package includes and what it costs, with no hidden extras.
What’s Included in the PMBcare Natural Birth Package
Every PMBcare client receives hands-on midwifery care from early pregnancy through the weeks after birth. Our package covers:
- Vitals checks and fetal heartbeat monitoring at every visit
- Labour guidance to help you prepare for a smooth, comfortable delivery
- Health education on pregnancy danger signs, common minor disorders, and healthy lifestyle choices
- Emotional and physical support throughout pregnancy, labour, and birth
- First trimester screening between 15 and 20 weeks to assess risk of birth defects or genetic conditions
- Guidance on physical symptoms such as morning sickness, fatigue, and anxiety
PMBcare Pricing Breakdown
Natural Birth Package
The full natural birth package costs R15,000. A R7,500 deposit is due by 20 weeks of pregnancy, with the balance payable by 32 weeks.
Prenatal Consultations
Your first prenatal visit costs R650. Every follow-up visit after that is R450.
Additional Services
- Emergency callout: R700
- Night callout: R700
- Postnatal visit, 3-day check-up (excluding baby vaccine): R700
- 6-week check-up (excluding baby vaccine): R700
These prices are current and specific to PMBcare. Contact us directly to confirm pricing before you book.
Your Visit Schedule
Once you join our care, you’ll see your midwife regularly through pregnancy. Standard visits fall at 16, 24, 28, 30, 32, 34, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, and 41 weeks, with extra check-ins added as needed.
Our Approach to Natural Birth
We focus on non-complicated labour with minimal intervention. Our home birth environment is designed to feel calm and supportive rather than clinical. You stay involved in every decision about your care, and we respect your choices throughout the process.
If complications arise that need a higher level of care, we refer you to hospital doctors right away. Safety comes first, and this referral pathway is built into every birth plan from day one.
Is the Natural Birth Package Right for You?
This package suits low-risk pregnancies where a home birth is appropriate. Not sure if you qualify? Our guide on who is a good candidate for a home birth walks through the checklist our midwives use.
Weighing up a birth centre against a hospital setting? Our article on what a birth centre is and how it differs from a hospital birth covers the practical differences.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the R15,000 natural birth package include?
It covers your prenatal visits, labour support, birth attendance, and postnatal check-ups at 3 days and 6 weeks. Baby vaccines are billed separately.
When is the deposit due?
We ask for a R7,500 deposit by 20 weeks of pregnancy, with the remaining balance due by 32 weeks.
What happens if I need to go to hospital?
If complications arise during labour, we refer you to hospital doctors immediately. This is part of our standard care plan, not an extra step you need to arrange yourself.
Do you offer night and emergency callouts?
Yes. Night callouts and emergency visits are each billed at R700, separate from the main package.
Getting Started
Booking begins with a prenatal consultation, where we review your health history and talk through your birth preferences. Many clients also ask about pain relief options; our guide to natural alternatives to an epidural is a good next read. Curious about labouring in water? See our post on the benefits of water birth at PMBcare.
According to the World Health Organization, midwife-led continuity of care is associated with fewer interventions and higher satisfaction for low-risk pregnancies, a model our team follows closely.
Ready to book? Get in touch with PMBcare to reserve your spot and lock in your deposit before 20 weeks.