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Will someone visit me at home after the baby is born?

Yes. Your LMC visits you at least 7 times, in hospital and at home. Your midwife visits you at home within 24 hours of you getting home from hospital. After about 5 weeks, your LMC hands over your care to a Well Child Tamariki Ora service.

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From the guide “Pregnancy and birth: midwives and antenatal care”Last verified Official pages checked daily

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Who can be your LMC
A midwife, a private obstetrician, or a GP (family doctor) with obstetric training. Your LMC cares for you through pregnancy and birth, and looks after you and your baby until your baby is 6 weeks old.1
When to choose one
Choose your LMC as soon as you know you are pregnant.3
Cost of a midwife
Free for New Zealand residents and other eligible women.1
GP or private obstetrician
Maternity care from a GP acting as your LMC is free. Private obstetricians charge fees.1
Citizens and permanent residents
Maternity care is free, unless you choose a private obstetrician or a private sonographer (ultrasound).3

Official sources

  1. Lead maternity carers — midwives and doctorsHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora · healthnz.govt.nz
  2. Eligibility for publicly funded health and disability servicesHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora · healthnz.govt.nz
  3. While you're pregnantGovt.nz · govt.nz
  4. Choosing where to give birthHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora · healthnz.govt.nz

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