Thursday, February 26, 2015

Mt Elizabeth Novena Hospital Tour by Ade Oei

12:30 PM 0 Comments
Papa Koh did his research and book for Hospital Tour at Mt Elizabeth Novena.
I have of heard its impressive facilities and those whom went for the tour were wowed by it.

I had to check it out myself. We were greeted by the hospital staff near the concierge , who immediately asked if we needed any help.

The concierge staff 's services makes me feel that we were checking in a hotel.

While waiting for the tour to start , we sat in the posh lobby, read through the prices of the room.

I was abit horrified that the prices went up and it went up like $500 from last year. And they have only opened up the maternity department in March last year. I don't think whatever reason justifies the great jump!
Our lovely lady whom lead the tour
Our tour guide was friendly and professional. She brought us to the delivery room which it comes with the attached toilet. The last time I remember having to share and I had to wait for my turn. The maximum number of mummies whom will deliver in one day is 6 . This gives mummies a sense of relief that we will not be subjected to a short handling of staff.
Delivery ward
It was the room next which she brought us over.  the great thing about Mt Elizabeth Novena that the hospital has only single rooms. It gave me a sense of another relief that the hospital will not ran out of a single room that day. As I remembered my friend had to rest in a two bedded. I think it is preference or situation when come to choosing. However, I insist that Papa Koh accompanies me for the 3 days. Mama Koh is not comfortable of being alone.
Lacatation consultant will be introduced to the mummies and one time massage will be thrown in as well. Sorry daddies ! The massage is cater for mummies only.



The room is defintely smaller than the previous Super Delux room I stayed. 


Comfortable sofa for Papa Koh
I told Papa Koh the sofa looks more comfy this time. The room looks spacious enough to accommodate all Papa and Mama Koh's guests.
Crabtree and Evelyn
Yes, like a high end hotel, the toiletries are from Crabtree And Evelyn!

 
The crowd gathered to see the nursery . Excitedly when I took a peek into the nursery , I was told that the only baby was discharged that morning. >.<

Pro-breastfeeding mummies will be glad to hear that the hospital will provide breast pump (electrical) . Previously I had to add on milk powder as Baby Royce did not have enough food. Milk powder is available in the various brand . It comes in a tin form and it is available at $1.
 
Lovely decorations that include into the collaterals that include all the info that Papa and Mama need
The junior suite impressed me with space,  big toilet and outdoor rest area. Accommodating a huge lot of guests. Daddies can watch TV without disturbing Mummies as the the TV is in another room. For the premium price you pay, it include the accompanied stay. 





The price for accompanied stay in the single room is $97 inclusive of GST.

The price for single room as follows :


And the prices for the junior suite :


Necessary documents to bring :



With the end of tour , with the details and facilities that wowed us,we have made up our minds to send the pre-admission form to Dr Caludine Tan :)

Just hope the services will be as good as its facilities.
 
Sign off Mama and Papa Koh




Dr Claudine Tan charges and clinic's routine by Ade Oei

1:47 AM 3 Comments
I think this is one of the last few visit to Dr Claudine Tan's clinic. From stepping into the clinic. Never fail to see the familiar faces at the front desk greet me by name. 


The normal routine get your blood pressure checked and weight checked. At 35 weeks , I weighed 57.2kg ..... And I always try to think that is baby has gained all that weight. >.<

Do a glucose test, by peeing on on strip of paper. The last time I had bread with ovalmaltine (Nutella like). Instantly, Dr Claudine knew I had too much sugar for breakfast. This time I drank 3/4 of my coffee and await the results. Phew ! It was normal.

For hospital , Dr Claudine Tan charges as follows: 
consultation fees : $200 region
Surgical Fees : about $3000
With Vac/Forceps : $3000 region 
Emergency C sect : $3000 to $4000
Recommended PD - $600 to $900
anesthetist : $600 - $800
 
I wanted to find the anesthetist whom helped me with Royce .With a help with Papa and mama Koh's description. Dr Claudine Tan was able roughly know who is the previous anesthetist. Just hope he will be found and has time for me :)

Had to do a swap for streptococcus B ,
Group B strep (GBS) is a kind of bacteria that many people harbor in their intestinal tracts. The bacteria may also inhabit (or "colonize") your vagina as well, and be passed on to your baby during labor and birth. 
Approximately 10 to 30 percent of pregnant women carry GBS in the vagina or rectum or surrounding area. While GBS is generally harmless in healthy adults, it may cause stillbirth and serious infections in babies.

One gentle swap of the cotton bud cost me $45.

Mama and Papa Koh did not start saving as early this time,
With the charges and the previous experience, we calculated the hospitals bills. Hopefully, we have enough , (with claimable from Medisave) before i deliver. 
 
http://www.babycenter.com/0_group-b-streptococcus-screening_1647.bc

Mama and Papa Koh Signing off

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