01 Nov Postpartum care is offered to mothers with newborn babies
Sapporo offers postpartum care services to mothers with newborn babies at midwife clinics. A midwife will provide care for the mother and baby according to their condition and concerns.
Clinics offer daytime visits and overnight stays. This service now also offers home visits where a midwife will visit you at your home.
Postpartum care provided:
- Consultation: A midwife will consult with you and provide advice.
- Relaxation: You can rest and have balanced meals to refresh yourself while continuing to care for your baby.
- Breastfeeding advice: A midwife will advise you on best breastfeeding timing and techniques, as well as how to care for your breasts.
Who is eligible for this service?
This service is for mothers living in Sapporo who need postpartum care. Overnight stays and daytime visits are available for mothers with babies younger than 6 months old, and home visits are for mothers with babies younger than 12 months. Mothers who feel that they do not get enough support with household chores or childcare from their families, are feeling run down, tired, or anxious about raising children, are all welcome to use this service.
Please note that this service is not intended for those who require medical treatment.
Fees
¥2,500 for daytime visits which include lunch, ¥7,500 for an overnight stay which includes four meals, and ¥2,500 for home visits. If your household is exempt from paying city tax or if you are a welfare recipient, the prices are ¥1,000, ¥2,500, and ¥1,000 respectively.
You can use this service for a total of up to 7 days per delivery for daytime visits and overnight stays, and up to 6 times for home visits.
Service Hours
Overnight stays: 11:00 AM-3:00 PM the next day
Daytime visits: 11:00 AM-3:00 PM
Home visits: two hours between 9:00 AM-5:00 PM
All services are available only on weekdays
How to apply and use the service
１）After selecting the midwife clinic where you wish to receive the service, you must call the clinic directly and make an appointment. Be sure to confirm the total fees as some clinics carry additional charges. The designated clinics can be found on this map.
２）Submit the application form as instructed by the clinic (either posted mail or email). Please be sure to submit the application only after your date and time of service has been arranged with the clinic.
Application Form WORD
Application Form PDF
３）Notice of Approval will be sent to you with information on what to bring when visiting the clinic.
４）Receive the service
５）Answer a questionnaire after using the service
Please note that if you make any changes to your reservation or cancel later than noon, two business days before your appointment, one of your service days will be counted as used and the full fee will be charged.
Service Change/Cancellation Application Form WORD
Service Change/Cancellation Application Form PDF
Where are the clinics?
There are 23 designated midwife clinics in Sapporo. Check the nearest facility on this map.
For more information please click here (in Japanese):