St Vincent’s Private Hospitals offer a wide range of maternity related services, for details of the maternity services at your local St Vincent’s Private Hospital, click here.

World class maternity care with the support and privacy you need

St Vincent’s Private Hospital Group (which includes the Mater), has a long and proud tradition in providing a family-focused approach to maternity care.

At St Vincent's we understand that having a baby is one of your most precious moments and our experienced maternity team is on hand 24/7 to support and guide you every step of the way as you bring your baby into the world.

Our midwifery team has a wealth of experience and knowledge to ensure our families enjoy a high standard of care as they approach the birth of their baby, becoming a new parent and starting life with their new baby.

Please check your relevant hospital below for their specific services. **Not all services are available at all hospitals.

• Luxury birthing suites
• Dedicated obstetric operating theatre
• Private rooms with ensuites and lounge chair that converts into a flat bed, so partners can stay overnight **
• Luxury double suites allowing couples to stay together as a family unit **
• Room service
• High tea **
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Caesarean or vaginal birth? 

In Australia, most babies are delivered by vaginal birth. 35% of Australian births are by caesarean section.  Your obstetrician will normally recommend a caesarean if they believe there are likely to be problems or risks associated with a vaginal birth.

Sometimes an emergency caesarean is carried out because of pregnancy complications or if your labour doesn't proceed as expected.

Do I need to have private health insurance?

No, you don’t need to have private health insurance to give birth in a private hospital. Many mothers choose to be self-funded and pay the full out-of-pocket costs.

Fitzroy 

If you’re planning to be self-funded, your estimated hospital expenses must be paid before  your admission. You can pay in two separate payments with the 1st payment due at 21 weeks and the final payment due by 32 weeks. 

Toowoomba 

 If you’re planning to be self-funded, your estimated hospital expenses must be paid on admission. Any additional costs incurred during your stay are payable on discharge. 

Total payment must be made six weeks prior to your expected delivery date. Payment can be made by EFTPOS, Credit Card, Cash or Bank Cheque. Personal cheques and American Express are not accepted.

Other costs which may be incurred during your stay are payable on discharge. Please bring provision for payment of these fees on admission to hospital.

St Vincent’s Private Hospital Toowoomba also offers an interest free payment plan through Certegy Ezi-Pay Express. This is a no-interest health care payment plan which is available to approved St Vincent’s Private Hospital patients. For enquiries about this about this service please contact our accounts department on (07) 4690 4000 and ask for Patient Accounts.

 Mater

If you’re planning to be self-funded, your estimated hospital expenses must be paid before your admission at 32 weeks. Any additional costs incurred during your stay are payable on discharge.                 

Will my private health insurance cover my maternity stay?

We strongly advise you to call your health insurer to find out what your plan covers regarding the costs of your prenatal care, birth and postnatal care. You should also check that your level of cover includes your baby if he or she is admitted to the special care nursery. 

Disclaimer

This information is of a general nature, which may not be relevant to you. Any surgery or invasive procedure carries risk. We encourage you to speak with your doctor about your condition.