Pre-Natal Charges Private Hospital Edition 🪞
My partner and I had our first OBGYN visit at Raffles Hospital however we found it rather expensive as we did not do any tests, and the charges were purely for consultation & ultrasound. Hence we decided to change to Thomson Medical Centre for our follow ups!
Clinic offered a package which cost $1,000 + GST ($1,090) for all regular scheduled consultation, ultrasound & urine test sticks. The package last till baby was born so we found it quite worth it considering the amount of visits we were gonna go for!
The 20th week scan was mandatory to check on baby’s growth & to check for any physical defects (eg. fingers, toes, eye sockets etc.) It is also mandatory to do at least 1 blood test in TMC before delivery.
Immunisation are all optional but we chose to get both whooping cough & RSV vaccine as it is suppose to protect baby. Both vaccines requires 1-2 weeks to be passed into baby’s immune system! If baby comes out before that, sadly the immunisation will be wasted!
All in all, I would say that we paid a decent amount (excluding the visit at raffles) for our whole pre-natal visits and tests! How much did you guys spend? 😊
From my own experience during pregnancy, managing prenatal care costs can be quite challenging, especially when opting for private hospitals. Initially, we chose a well-known hospital for our first OBGYN visit, but the consultation and ultrasound alone cost us around $480, which felt steep since no additional tests were performed. Switching to Thomson Medical Centre was a game-changer for us. They provided a comprehensive prenatal package priced at $1,000 plus GST, covering regular consultations, ultrasounds, and urine test sticks up until birth. What stood out was the convenience and predictability of costs—paying upfront for a package helped us budget better and avoid surprise expenses. The mandatory 20-week scan at Thomson was thorough, checking fetal growth and physical development, which gave us peace of mind. The requirement to have at least one blood test before delivery was also well managed within this package. We decided to include immunisations for whooping cough and RSV, understanding that these vaccines take 1–2 weeks to transfer immunity to the baby. Although there’s a risk of premature birth rendering the immunisation less effective, we felt it was a worthwhile precaution. The itemized costs for ultrasounds, supplements like Prenatium, K2 Cal Veg, Natal Care Triplus, and blood tests were transparently shared, helping us understand where the money went. The total prenatal expenses at Thomson amounted to about $2,837 excluding the initial visit at Raffles, which is considerable but reasonable for the quality of care received. If you’re navigating prenatal care in Singapore, especially considering private hospital charges, it’s beneficial to review package options and compare individual service costs. Early planning not only eases financial stress but also ensures you and your baby receive timely and comprehensive care. How much you spend can vary widely, but a clear breakdown like this can help expectant parents make informed decisions.
hihi. can i check how did you get the package? do you head down straight and the clinic offered you?