MATERNITY WARD – HANOI FRENCH HOSPITAL

Medical team

At the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology – Hanoi French Hospital, postpartum care for mothers and babies is carried out under the close supervision of a team of doctors, midwives, and nurses.

Obstetricians are primarily responsible for monitoring the mother’s health after delivery: examining surgical or perineal stitches, assessing uterine contraction, monitoring blood loss, guiding medication use, and advising on proper nutrition and rest. They also work closely with pediatricians to ensure comprehensive care for both mother and baby before discharge.

Anesthesiologists continue to monitor mothers after delivery, assessing pain management, evaluating anesthesia effects, and promptly addressing any unusual reactions. Depending on the mother’s condition and needs, the doctor will adjust the pain relief regimen to support faster recovery, reduce fatigue, and help mothers regain mobility sooner.

Midwives are on duty 24/7, assisting mothers with daily care, monitoring vital signs, changing dressings, guiding gentle movement, and supporting breastfeeding.

Neonatal nurses are also present around the clock to observe and assist newborns with bathing, feeding, sleeping, diaper changes, and to guide families on proper newborn care at home.

Facilities and amenities

Patient rooms in the Maternity Ward are designed to international standards, ensuring cleanliness, tranquility, and privacy for optimal rest and recovery.

The cost of a double-occupancy room is included in the hospital’s maternity package. Mothers and families may also choose to upgrade to a single-occupancy room or more luxurious rooms such as a Junior Suite or Lotus Suite for a more comfortable and exclusive stay. Room upgrades are subject to availability, and additional charges apply according to hospital policy.

Each room is fully equipped with essential medical equipment and modern amenities to ensure comfort for both mother and baby:

• Modern hospital beds with an integrated emergency call system at the bedside; bed linen is changed daily or as needed to maintain hygiene and disinfection standards.
• En-suite bathrooms equipped with handwashing basins, showers, and emergency call buttons.
• A personal hygiene kit including soap, shampoo, toothpaste, comb, towels, etc., provided upon admission.
• Baby crib, infant clothing, diapers, and tissues provided without limitation.
• Personal wardrobes for mothers and family members.

The Maternity Ward also features a dedicated newborn care room where babies are looked after daily and their health monitored throughout the hospital stay by experienced neonatal nurses.

A breastfeeding room is available, offering privacy and equipped with modern breast pumps for mothers during their stay.

Support services

Nutrition

In addition to medical care, Hanoi French Hospital pays special attention to nutrition for mothers after childbirth to help them recover quickly and maintain good health for breastfeeding.

Meals are designed according to postpartum nutritional standards, with a diverse selection of Asian, Western, and vegetarian dishes. Staff record meal preferences and individual dietary needs daily.

Meals are served at the following times:

• Breakfast: 07:30 – 08:00
• Lunch: 11:30 – 12:00
• Dinner: 17:30 – 18:00

For medical safety reasons, outside food and beverages are not permitted inside the hospital.

Laundry

Mothers are provided with hospital garments to use throughout their stay. Laundry service is free of charge for the clothing worn upon admission. Newborn clothes and diapers are also fully supplied.

Housekeeping service

Fresh linen is provided daily between 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. Room cleaning (including bathrooms) is carried out from 7:30 – 10:00 a.m. Outside these hours, mothers and family members can press the call button to request assistance when needed.

Family stay

Family members may stay with mothers upon approval from the attending doctor. The accommodation fee for accompanying persons will be added to the patient’s hospital bill.

Additional amenities

• Midwife call: If assistance is needed, please press the bedside call button or use the in-room telephone.
• Interpretation: The hospital provides interpretation services in Vietnamese, Japanese, French, and English. For other languages, please inform the hospital prior to admission if required.
• Free Wifi: High-speed internet access is available throughout all patient rooms and hospital areas via the HFH-guest network (no password required).

Television: Each inpatient room is equipped with a TV for the entertainment of mothers and their families.