“Birth center near me” and “midwife near me” are common searches from moms in Johannesburg looking for an alternative to a hospital delivery. Here’s what our Fordsburg birth centre offers and how to book a visit.
Where We’re Located
PMBcare is based at 81 Mint Road, corner Gillies Street, Fordsburg, Johannesburg. We’re open Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 15:00, with emergency birth support available 24/7.
What Our Birth Centre Offers
Our centre is set up to feel like a home, not a hospital ward. Every client has access to:
- Vitals checks and fetal heartbeat monitoring
- Labour guidance from experienced midwives
- Health education on danger signs, minor disorders, and healthy lifestyle choices
- Emotional and physical support throughout labour and birth
- First trimester screening between 15 and 20 weeks
- Guidance on physical symptoms such as morning sickness, fatigue, and anxiety
Our Approach to Care
We focus on non-complicated labour with minimal intervention, in a calm, home-like setting. You’re involved in every decision about your care and are free to labour and give birth the way that feels right for you.
If complications arise that need a higher level of care, we refer you to hospital doctors right away. This referral pathway is part of every birth plan from day one, so you’re never without a safety net.
Booking a Consultation
Your first prenatal visit costs R650 and is the best way to see whether our birth centre and natural birth package suit your pregnancy. Our guide on what to expect at your first midwife visit walks through exactly what happens.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is PMBcare located?
81 Mint Road, corner Gillies Street, Fordsburg, Johannesburg.
What are your operating hours?
Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 15:00, with emergency birth support available 24/7.
Do you handle emergencies outside office hours?
Yes. Emergency and night callouts are available at R700 each for concerns that can’t wait until your next scheduled visit.
How do I book a consultation?
Contact us directly to book your first prenatal visit and see our birth centre in person.
Is a Birth Centre Right for You?
Not every pregnancy suits a home birth setting. Our guide on who is a good candidate for a home birth covers what we look for before recommending this path.
The World Health Organization recognises midwife-led continuity of care as a safe, effective model for low-risk pregnancies, which is exactly what our birth centre is built around.
Ready to see our facility for yourself? Get in touch with PMBcare to book your visit.