Where to give birth in Switzerland
Switzerland is the world’s best country to live in, according to US News & World Report 2018. Future mothers in this country can choose to give birth in university clinics, private hospitals, independent “maternity houses” and even at home in presence of midwives. Having so many possibilities, it is important to understand what suits you and your future child best.
Clinics of Switzerland: childbirth
University clinics are the most standard and budget-friendly choice. Giving birth here, as well as in all delivery rooms in Switzerland, you can count on good care and excellent doctors. However, depending on the size and workload of the clinic there is a possibility not to get a separate room and a private doctor/midwife.
In private clinics, you will be surrounded by greater attention, and your stay will be more personalized and exclusive there. Many private clinics, in addition, are in very picturesque places and have spa services and equipment. Of course, from the financial point of view private clinics are less cheap than university clinics – after all, exclusive service directly influences the price.
Maternity houses of Switzerland (Geburtshäuser)
The so-called maternity houses enjoy special popularity. These are independent establishments where childbirth takes place under the supervision of midwives in homely conditions. Perks of such system are calmness for the mother and professional medical care of midwives outside of bland hospital surroundings. The Swiss midwives have a medical education, conduct pregnancy, deliver babies, and also help you during the postnatal period.
Doctors advise to choose maternity hospitals, only if you want a natural childbirth, and your pregnancy proceeds normally. In other cases, it is better to choose a clinic with a more extensive list of experts and equipment available.
