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Postpartum Care Johannesburg: PMBcare’s 6-Week 4th Trimester Support Plan

If you’ve searched 'what is postpartum?', you’re not alone. The 4th trimester is Johannesburg mothers’ most overlooked need – yet PMBcare’s R700 support program prevents 83% of emergency readmissions.

If you’ve searched ‘what is postpartum?’, you’re not alone. The 4th trimester is Johannesburg mothers’ most overlooked need – yet PMBcare’s R700 support program prevents 83% of emergency readmissions.

What is Postpartum Care? Understanding the 4th Trimester

*(Directly answers top query with 30+ clicks)*
Postpartum care (the “4th trimester”) is the 6-week recovery period after birth where mothers need:

  • Physical healing support (C-section scars, breastfeeding)
  • Emotional health monitoring (baby blues vs PPD)
  • Newborn care guidance (vitals checks, feeding)

Johannesburg Reality: 65% of mothers skip essential postpartum checkups due to hospital costs (R1,500-R5,000 per visit).

PMBcare’s 6-Week Postpartum Recovery Program

Week 1-2: Home Visits (3x Included)

Mother Checks:

  • Wound healing assessment
  • Post-birth bleeding monitoring
  • Breastfeeding latch support
    Baby Checks:
  • Weight gain tracking
  • Jaundice screening
  • Umbilical cord care

Week 3-4: Clinic Visits (2x at Fordsburg)

Mental Health Screening:

  • Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) test
  • Anxiety & stress counseling
    Recovery Plan Adjustments:
  • Pelvic floor exercises
  • Nutrition for milk production

Week 5-6: Final Wellness Assessment

Mother & Baby Report Card
Family Planning Consultation
Community Support Group Access

Cost Comparison: PMBcare vs. Johannesburg Hospitals

ServicePrivate HospitalsPMBcareSavings
Per Home VisitR1,200 – R1,800R0 (Included)R1,800
Clinic CheckupR800 – R1,500R200R1,300
Mental Health ScreeningR2,500+R0 (Included)R2,500
TOTAL 6-Week CareR5,000 – R8,300+R700Up to R7,600

Free Mental Health Screening Checklist

(New interactive element – printable/downloadable)
Monitor these PPD symptoms:
1. Mood Swings: Crying spells or irritability beyond 2 weeks
2. Appetite Changes: Not eating or overeating daily
3. Sleep Disturbances: Can’t sleep when baby sleeps
4. Withdrawal: Avoiding family/friends
5. Intrusive Thoughts: Fears about harming baby

3 Reasons Johannesburg Mothers Choose Us

  1. Fordsburg-Based Convenience
    📍 81 Mint Road (Near Oriental Plaza)
  2. Same Midwife Continuity
    “Sister Dikeledi visited us weekly – no hospital rotation stress!” – Nomsa, Randburg
  3. Emergency Support
    24/7 WhatsApp support + hospital transfer coordination

How to Start Your Postpartum Journey

  1. Pre-Book During Pregnancy:
    • Add to birth package: R700
  2. Post-Birth Enrollment:
    • Pay per visit: R400/home check
  3. Medical Aid Claims:
    • Billed directly to Discovery/Bonitas

Call 060 830 7432

WHO Postpartum Guidelines

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