From breastfeeding resources to helplines, maternity hospitals and polyclinics, here’s a list of services that daddies and mummies can tap into when they need help or a listening ear.
Counselling Hotline and WhatsApp: +65 6339 3558
Website:
www.breastfeeding.org.sg
Email: abas.sec@gmail.com
Website:
www.abas.org.sg
Lactation Services: 6225 5554 (Office hours)
For health information or advice on general health issues, call HPB hotline at 1800 223 1313* to speak to the experienced Nurse Advisers.
*Kindly note that airtime charges apply for mobile calls to 1800 service lines and calls are free of charge only if made from regular land lines.
8.00am - 6.00pm (Mondays to Fridays)
Closed on Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays
Please note that HPB is unable to provide personal medical or nutritional advice.
Please consult a doctor or dietician instead.
If you or anyone you know is overwhelmed with stress or anxiety, find the help you need through Belle, the Beyond the Label helpbot. You can also use Belle to find contacts for medical services, counselling and therapy services.
Hotline: 6289 8811
Many maternity hospitals in Singapore provide antennal classes, parentcraft service and lactation consult services. Many maternity hospitals are part of the Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI) which seeks to promote and support breastfeeding for the well-being of all mothers and babies.
View the list of Baby Friendly Hospitals in Singapore or find out more from these maternity hospitals:
Gleneagles Hospital | www.gleneagles.com.sg |
KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital | www.kkh.com.sg |
Mount Alvernia Hospital | www.mtalvernia.sg |
Mount Elizabeth Hospital (Orchard) | www.mountelizabeth.com.sg |
National University Hospital | www.nuh.com.sg |
Parkway East Hospital | www.parkwayeast.com.sg/ |
Raffles Hospital | www.raffleshospital.com |
Singapore General Hospital | www.sgh.com.sg |
Thomson Medical Centre | www.thomsonmedical.com |
Polyclinics provide primary healthcare services to the community. They play an integral role in promoting a healthy lifestyle within the community and empowering families with the knowledge of common health issues, care and treatment options.
Contact the individual polyclinics listed on the website:
https://polyclinic.singhealth.com.sg/
Contact the individual polyclinics listed on the website:
https://www.nhgp.com.sg/
Contact the individual polyclinics listed on the website:
https://www.nup.com.sg/
For information on the Baby Bonus Scheme, visit www.babybonus.msf.gov.sg.
For childcare information and services, visit https://www.ecda.gov.sg.
Centre for Fathering provides resources and support to empower fathers in their parenthood journey. Visit https://fathers.com.sg/ to learn more.
Visit Parent Hub, for more useful tips and guides for a healthy pregnancy.
Download the HealthHub app on Google Play or Apple Store to access more health and wellness advice at your fingertips.
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This article was last reviewed on 26 Aug 2023
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