Postnatal check in Carindale, for you and your baby.
A postnatal check in Carindale at six weeks for both you and your baby, coordinated by the same GP wherever possible. It's an unhurried chance to check how you're both going and raise anything on your mind.
What's checked at the six-week postnatal visit
The six-week postnatal check is an important appointment for both you and your baby. For you, your GP checks your recovery from birth, your blood pressure, any stitches or caesarean wound, bleeding, pelvic floor and bladder, and how you’re feeling emotionally. We’ll also talk about contraception, breastfeeding and when you’re due for cervical screening.
For your baby, we check weight, length and head size, heart, hips, eyes, reflexes and development, and answer your questions about feeding, sleep and settling. Your baby’s six-week immunisations can usually be given at the same visit, so one appointment covers everything.
In short: Carindale Doctors provides six-week postnatal checks inside Westfield Carindale for mum and baby together, covering recovery, mood, contraception, feeding and your baby’s growth, hips, heart and eyes. Six-week immunisations can be given at the same visit. Your baby is bulk billed, and Medicare rebates apply where eligible.
- Your recovery, wound and bleeding checked
- Blood pressure and pelvic floor
- Mood and emotional wellbeing
- Contraception and breastfeeding
- Baby's growth, heart, hips and eyes
- Six-week immunisations for your baby
One unhurried visit for mum and baby
New parents in Carindale have enough on their plate without separate appointments. Our postnatal check covers you and your baby together, with time set aside so it never feels rushed.
Read more about our maternity care services.
Common questions at the postnatal check
These questions come up at almost every postnatal check:
- Feeding: latching, supply and whether your baby is getting enough.
- Sleep: what's normal for a six-week-old.
- Recovery: when it's safe to exercise, drive or have sex.
- Mood: feeling teary, anxious or overwhelmed.
Every question is welcome, and nothing is too small to ask.
What your postnatal check includes
Your postnatal check includes:
- Physical recovery check for mum
- Postnatal depression screening
- Contraception discussion
- Baby's full physical check
- Baby's growth plotted in the red book
- Immunisations for your baby if due
Bring your baby’s red book and both Medicare cards.
Your postnatal check, step by step
Our approach:
- Step 1, book: around six weeks after the birth, for you and your baby.
- Step 2, check mum: recovery, mood and contraception.
- Step 3, check baby: growth, development and immunisations.
- Step 4, plan: follow-up for anything that needs more attention.
Postnatal check costs in Carindale
Your baby’s check is bulk billed, and your own check is billed as a consultation.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Baby’s check | Bulk billed |
| Mum’s check | Consultation with a Medicare rebate where eligible |
| Baby’s immunisations | Free under the National Immunisation Program |
| Billing | Mixed billing practice, with fees explained when you book |
| Medicare rebate | Processed onsite where eligible |
| Children 16 and under | Bulk billed |
| Patients 65 and over | Bulk billed for the initial consultation |
| Early appointments | After-hours fees apply before 8am |
| Concession cards | Discount on standard consultations for Health Care Card and pension card holders |
Postnatal checks at Westfield Carindale
Carindale, in postcode 4152, is a great place to raise a family, with parks, playgroups and the Bulimba Creek bikeway for pram walks. Our clinic is on Level 1 of Westfield Carindale, next to Priceline, with lifts and parents’ rooms close by.
We see new families from Carina, Belmont, Mansfield, Gumdale and Holland Park.
- Pram-friendly lifts and parents' rooms
- Centre parking and buses
- Pharmacies nearby
- New families from Gumdale and Holland Park welcome
Inside Westfield
Carindale.
Next to Priceline & Centre Management
Shop 2066/1151 Creek Road, Carindale, QLD 4152
Centre parking, lift and step-free access, and an easy run from across Brisbane's southside — book a check-up around the rest of your day.
| Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 7:30 — 17:00 |
| Tuesday, Thursday | 8:30 — 16:00 |
| Saturday, Sunday & public holidays | Closed |
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Bring to your first visit
- Medicare card and any concession cards
- A list of your current medications
- Referral letters or recent results, if you have them
- Photo ID if you're a new patient
Postnatal check questions from Carindale parents
Around six weeks after the birth, for both you and your baby.
Yes, the six-week vaccines can usually be given at the same appointment.
Your baby's check is bulk billed. Your own check is billed as a consultation with a Medicare rebate where eligible.
Gentle walking early on is fine. Your GP will advise on returning to more intense exercise.
Tell your GP. Postnatal depression is common and very treatable.
Yes, breastfeeding alone isn't reliable contraception for most women.
Book your six-week postnatal check
For you and your baby, at Westfield Carindale.
Speak to reception 07 3120 0990Talk to us about your care.
Call the practice during opening hours and our reception team will help, or book your appointment online any time.
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Phone07 3120 0990
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Fax07 3120 0991
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Opening hoursMonday, Wednesday, Friday: 7:30 — 17:00
Tuesday, Thursday: 8:30 — 16:00
Closed Saturday, Sunday & public holidays
In a medical emergency, call 000 immediately.
Rather speak to someone?
Call reception during opening hours, or book online any time.
Reception answers during opening hours. You can also email info@carindaledoctors.com.au.