Giving birth is one of the most wondrous miracles of life. However, doing so in a hospital can feel cold and intimidating. That is why more mothers are choosing water births.
It involves giving birth in a tub of warm water. This method is a more soothing and relaxing alternative for welcoming. your sweet, new little one. Also, the Ohio State University says it is less painful than conventional hospital births and reduces vaginal tearing risks.
Of course, you need accredited gynaecologists to perform the procedure safely to prevent complications. Here’s a list of water birth OB-GYN in Singapore:
1. Dr. Lai Fon MinImage Source: camden.com.sg
Specialisation: Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Dr. Lai Fon Min is the only water birth OB-GYN in Singapore that provides home services at the time of writing.
Clinic Address: Camden Medical Centre, One Orchard Boulevard, Singapore 248649
Clinic Hours: Mondays to Fridays (9:00 AM to 5:00 PM), Saturdays (9:00 AM to 12:00 PM), closed on Sundays and Public Holidays
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Telephone: +65 6333 6181, +65 9836 2886 Email: enquiries@acompanyforwomen.com.sg Website: www.acompanyforwomen.com.sg 2. Dr. Paul Tseng Seng LokeImage Source: thomsonmedical.com
Specialisation: Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Clinic Address: TLC Gynaecology Practice, 339 Thomson Road, #03-02 Thomson Medical Centre, Singapore 307677
Clinic Hours: Mondays to Fridays (9 AM to 12:30 PM and 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM), Saturdays (8:30 AM to 12:30 PM)
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Telephone: +65 6254 2878 Email: contactus@swcmedicalgroup.com.sg Website: https://www.swcmedicalgroup.com/ 3. Dr. Citra MattarImage Source: obg.cuhk.edu.hk
Specialisation: Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Clinic Address: National University Hospital Women’s Clinic – Emerald/Ruby, NUH Kent Ridge Wing, Zone D, Level 3
Clinic Hours: Mondays to Thursdays (8:30 AM to 6:00 PM), Fridays (8:30 AM to 5:30 PM), Saturdays (8:30 AM to 12:30 PM)
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Telephone: +65 6772 2277 Email: appointment@nuhs.edu.sg Website: https://www.nuh.com.sg/ 4. Prof. Chong Yap SengImage Source: medicine.nus.edu.sg
Specialisation: Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Clinic Address: National University Hospital Women’s Clinic – Emerald/Ruby, NUH Kent Ridge Wing, Zone D, Level 3
Clinic Hours: Mondays to Thursdays (8:30 AM to 6:00 PM), Fridays (8:30 AM to 5:30 PM), Saturdays (8:30 AM to 12:30 PM)
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Telephone: +65 6772 2277 Email: appointment@nuhs.edu.sg Website: https://www.nuh.com.sg/ 5. Prof. Mahesh ChoolaniImage Source:
Specialisation: Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Clinic Address: National University Health System, 5 Lower Kent Ridge Road, Singapore 119074
Clinic Hours: Mondays to Fridays (8:30 AM to 5:30 PM), closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and Public Holidays
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Telephone: +65 6772 2277 Email: appointment@nuhs.edu.sg Website: https://www.nuh.com.sg/ 6. Dr. Tan Eng Kien (E. K. Tan)Image Source: drtanengkien.com
Specialisation: Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Clinic Address: E K and E L Women’s Clinic, 101 Irrawaddy Road Royal Square @ Novena, #13-14 Singapore 329565
Clinic Hours: Mondays to Fridays (8:30 AM to 5:30 PM), closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and Public Holidays
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Telephone: +65 6926 9818 Email: info@drtanengkien.com Website: https://www.drtanengkien.com/ 7. Dr. Anupriya AgarwalImage Source: thomsonmedical.com
Specialisation: Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Clinic Address: Mount Elizabeth Orchard, Astra Women’s Specialists, 3 Mount Elizabeth #12-11, Mount Elizabeth Medical Centre, Singapore 228510
Clinic Hours: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays (9:00 AM to 12:30 PM and 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM), Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays (9:00 AM to 12:30 PM)
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Telephone: +65 6011 1535 WhatsApp: +65 9017 6204 Email: https://www.astrawomenspecialists.com/ Website: https://www.astrawomenspecialists.com/ 8. Dr. Vanaja KalaichelvanImage Source: nuh.com.sg
Specialisation: Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Clinic Address: NUH Medical Centre, Level 3 (Kent Ridge Wing), 5 Lower Kent Ridge Road, Singapore 119074
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Telephone: +65 6772 2002 Email: appointment@nuhs.edu.sg Website: www.nuh.com.sg/nuhgynaeRead More:
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9. Dr. T. C. ChangImage Source: doctorchang.com.sg
Specialisation: Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Clinic Address: Thomson Medical Centre, Ground Floor 339 Thomson Road, Singapore 307677
Clinic Hours: Mondays to Fridays (8:30 AM to 1:30 PM), Saturdays (8:30 AM to 1:30 PM)
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Telephone: +65 6253 4122 WhatsApp: +65 8761 0050 Email: info@doctor-chang.net Website: https://www.thomsonmedical.com/ 10. Dr. Benjamin ThamImage Source: thomsonmedical.com
Specialisation: Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Clinic Address: Thomson Medical Centre, Ground Floor 339 Thomson Road, Singapore 307677
Clinic Hours: Mondays to Fridays (8:30 AM to 1:30 PM), Saturdays (8:30 AM to 1:00 PM)
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Telephone: +65 6015 0071 Website: https://www.thomsonmedical.com/ 11. Dr. Pamela TanImage Source: thomsonmedical.com
Specialisation: Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Clinic Address: Thomson Medical Centre, Ground Floor 339 Thomson Road, Singapore 307677
Clinic Hours: Mondays to Fridays (9:00 AM to 4:30 PM), Saturdays (8:30 AM to 12:30 PM)
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Telephone: +65 6254 2878 Website: https://www.thomsonmedical.com/ 12. Dr. Hon Sook KitImage Source: thomsonmedical.com
Specialisation: Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Clinic Address: Gleneagles Hospital Medini Johor 206, Level 2, Specialist Clinics Complex
Clinic Hours: Mondays to Fridays (8:30 AM to 1:00 PM and 2:00 AM to 5:00 PM), Saturdays (8:30 AM to 1:00 PM)
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Telephone: +607 560 1000 Website: https://gleneagles.com.my/Childbirth Odyssey, Thomson Medical Centre, Ohio State University