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Postnatal period

Those first few days as a family are truly special. During your postnatal stay at Zuger Kantonsspital, we give you the space and time you need to get to know your baby in peace. You will be supported by an experienced team of nurses, midwives and breastfeeding advisers. A caring approach and professional expertise go hand in hand.

Bonding and rooming-in

Immediately after the birth or a caesarean section, we encourage early bonding between you and your baby – known as ‘bonding’ – through physical closeness, warmth and skin-to-skin contact. With rooming-in, your newborn stays in your room round the clock or for a few hours at a time. This allows you to grow together as a family right from the start.

Your postnatal care

During your stay, you’ll be looked after by a qualified team of nurses and midwives. We’ll support you in caring for your baby and with any questions that new parents may have. Our breastfeeding advisers are on hand to help you get started with breastfeeding and will tailor their support to your personal situation. Our aim is for you to feel confident and well-prepared when you go home.

Rooms and your stay

Our modern, bright single and twin rooms offer you a sense of security and tranquillity for your first days together. You can find details on our facilities, as well as catering and additional services, in our overview Additional services relating to childbirth.

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Birth Team

Are you expecting a baby and would like to find out more about childbirth and the postnatal period? Our team at the antenatal clinic will be happy to advise you.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How long does the postnatal recovery period last after giving birth?

Following a normal birth, many families stay with us for 3 days / 2 nights; following a caesarean section, they usually stay a little longer. We will agree on the exact length of stay with you on an individual basis. It also depends on how you and your baby are doing.

What does ‘rooming-in’ mean?

With rooming-in, your newborn stays in your room with you – round the clock or for a few hours at a time. This allows you to get to know your baby right from the start, whilst receiving support and guidance from our team of nurses and midwives.

Will I receive support whilst breastfeeding?

Yes. Our breastfeeding advisers will guide you through the early stages of breastfeeding, answer your questions and take your individual circumstances into account. Even if you do not wish to breastfeed, or only wish to do so to a limited extent, we are happy to support you.

Can my companion stay in the room with me?

If you are staying in a family room or a single room, your companion is welcome to stay in your room. We would be happy to provide you with information about the options in advance.