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 Min
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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
Contact Details:
- Telephone: +65 6333 6181, +65 9836 2886
- Email: enquiries@acompanyforwomen.com.sg
- Website: www.acompanyforwomen.com.sg
2. Dr. Paul Tseng Seng Loke
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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)
Contact Details:
- Telephone: +65 6254 2878
- Email: contactus@swcmedicalgroup.com.sg
- Website: www.swcmedicalgroup.com/
3. Dr. Citra Mattar
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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)
Contact Details:
- Telephone: +65 6772 2277
- Email: appointment@nuhs.edu.sg
- Website: www.nuh.com.sg/
4. Prof. Chong Yap Seng
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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)
Contact Details:
- Telephone: +65 6772 2277
- Email: appointment@nuhs.edu.sg
- Website: www.nuh.com.sg/
5. Prof. Mahesh Choolani
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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
Contact Details:
- Telephone: +65 6772 2277
- Email: appointment@nuhs.edu.sg
- Website: www.nuh.com.sg/
6. Dr. Tan Eng Kien (E. K. Tan)
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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
Contact Details:
- Telephone: +65 6926 9818
- Email: info@drtanengkien.com
- Website: www.drtanengkien.com/
7. Dr. Anupriya Agarwal
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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)
Contact Details:
- Telephone: +65 6011 1535
- WhatsApp: +65 9017 6204
- Email: www.astrawomenspecialists.com/
- Website: www.astrawomenspecialists.com/
8. Dr. Vanaja Kalaichelvan
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Specialisation: Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Clinic Address: NUH Medical Centre, Level 3 (Kent Ridge Wing), 5 Lower Kent Ridge Road, Singapore 119074
Contact Details:
- Telephone: +65 6772 2002
- Email: appointment@nuhs.edu.sg
- Website: www.nuh.com.sg/nuhgynae
Read More:
Water Birth: What You Need to Know About Planning One
Is Water Birth Less Painful? Here’s What You Need to Know About It
9. Dr. T. C. Chang
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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)
Contact Details:
- Telephone: +65 6253 4122
- WhatsApp: +65 8761 0050
- Email: info@doctor-chang.net
- Website: www.thomsonmedical.com/
10. Dr. Benjamin Tham
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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)
Contact Details:
- Telephone: +65 6015 0071
- Website: www.thomsonmedical.com/
11. Dr. Pamela Tan
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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)
Contact Details:
- Telephone: +65 6254 2878
- Website: www.thomsonmedical.com/
12. Dr. Hon Sook Kit
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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)
Contact Details:
- Telephone: +607 560 1000
- Website: gleneagles.com.my/