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Postnatal Care

The postnatal period is a time of profound physical, emotional, and practical adjustment.

After the birth of your baby, whether through vaginal delivery or caesarean section, dedicated support from an experienced consultant can help ensure a smooth and confident transition into motherhood. Dr Devi Subramanian provides comprehensive postnatal care to support your recovery, wellbeing, and early parenting journey, offering reassurance and expert guidance during this important stage.

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Postnatal care is not just about medical checks—it is about helping new mothers feel informed, confident, and supported as they bond with their baby and navigate the early days of parenthood. Dr Subramanian offers consultant-led reviews, tailored advice, and personalised support to address your individual needs and ensure that both you and your baby are thriving.

Holistic Postnatal Support

The weeks following delivery bring significant physical and emotional changes. Some women feel energised and confident, while others may feel overwhelmed or anxious. This is entirely normal. The aim of postnatal care is to provide a safe space to review your health, discuss your recovery, and address any concerns with a specialist who understands the full spectrum of postnatal experiences.

Postnatal care under Dr Subramanian includes

  • A detailed physical examination
  • Review of your delivery and recovery progress
  • Support with breastfeeding or infant feeding
  • Management of pain, wound healing, or stitches
  • Discussion about sleep, rest, and emotional wellbeing
  • Advice on contraception and resumption of routine activities

This comprehensive approach ensures that you receive personalised, compassionate, and clinically based support.

Physical Recovery After Birth

Postnatal recovery varies widely from woman to woman. Factors such as the type of delivery, labour duration, and any complications influence how quickly your body heals. During your consultation, Dr Subramanian will assess key aspects of your health, including

  • Uterine involution (return to pre-pregnancy size)
  • Vaginal or perineal healing
  • Caesarean incision healing
  • Blood pressure and vital signs
  • Postpartum bleeding patterns
  • Pelvic floor and abdominal muscle recovery

If you have experienced a caesarean section, additional attention will be given to wound care, pain management, and advice on safe mobility. For those who have had vaginal birth, support for perineal healing, pelvic floor exercises, and recovery from assisted delivery may be discussed.

Breastfeeding and Infant Feeding Support

Feeding your newborn is a major part of the postnatal journey, and many women appreciate guidance as they establish a routine. The private midwifery team will Dr provide support with

  • Positioning and latch techniques
  • Managing nipple discomfort
  • Understanding normal infant feeding behaviour
  • Formula feeding or combination feeding guidance
  • When to seek additional lactation support

The priority is always your comfort and your baby’s wellbeing—without pressure or judgement.

Emotional Wellbeing and Mental Health

Emotional health is a vital part of postnatal recovery. It is normal to experience a range of emotions, from joy and excitement to anxiety, exhaustion, or sadness. Dr Subramanian offers a supportive, understanding space to discuss these feelings openly.

During your postnatal review, she will explore

  • Emotional adjustments
  • Sleep challenges
  • Signs of postnatal anxiety or depression
  • Strategies for coping and support
  • When further specialist help may be beneficial

Ensuring your emotional health is as important as your physical recovery.

Planning Ahead: Contraception & Future Pregnancies

Your postnatal care includes a discussion about contraception options, family planning, and what to expect in future pregnancies. This may be particularly helpful if you have had a complicated delivery, caesarean section, or required additional interventions.

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Comprehensive Consultant-Led Obstetric Services designed with compassion & clinical excellence for Complete pregnancy, labour, and postnatal care.

Choosing the right pregnancy care is a personal decision. Dr Subramanian offers four fully consultant-led care packages, providing expert guidance and continuity from your chosen start point through delivery and the six-week postnatal review.


Pregnancy Care

After the birth of your baby, experienced consultant-led support helps ensure a smooth and confident transition into motherhood. Dr Devi Subramanian provides comprehensive postnatal care focused on recovery, wellbeing, and expert guidance during this important stage.


Postnatal Care

Every pregnancy is unique, and some require closer monitoring and specialist expertise to protect the health of both mother and baby. Consultant-led care provides reassurance, personalised attention, and continuity throughout pregnancy, whether it is low risk or high risk.


High and Low Risk Pregnancies

Private pregnancy scans provide reassurance and personalised insight at every stage of pregnancy. Under the care of Dr Devi Subramanian, Consultant Obstetrician and Fetal Medicine Specialist at King’s College Hospital, you have access to a full range of high-quality ultrasound scans focused on your baby’s wellbeing and development.


Private Scans

Pregnancy can be a joyful experience, but some women require closer monitoring due to medical or pregnancy-related complications. Complex obstetric care provides specialist expertise to support higher-risk pregnancies and promote the safest outcome for both mother and baby.


Complex Obstetric Care

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