St Andrew’s Ipswich Private Hospital is owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care, Australia’s largest
17/09/2025
Patient safety remains at the heart of everything we do ❤️
Every team member plays a vital role in delivering safe, high-quality and compassionate care throughout the patient journey.
Together, we’re committed to continuously improving outcomes and creating a culture where safety is everyone’s responsibility.
Thank you to all our dedicated healthcare professionals for your unwavering focus on keeping patients safe today and every day.
12/09/2025
When you choose private maternity care with Ramsay Health Care, you’re supported by a full team, not just during birth, but before and after too.
🩺 Your obstetrician is there for medical guidance and continuity of care
💗 Midwives guide you through birth, breastfeeding, baby care and recovery
🧘♀️ See our physios for antenatal or postnatal support
🍼 Lactation consultants help with feeding
🍽 Chefs, catering staff and environmental teams help make your stay comfortable
👂 We offer emotional support or counselling referrals if needed
👨👩👧👦 And of course, your partner or chosen support person is part of it all
It takes a team. And we’re proud to be part of yours.
11/09/2025
R U OK? Day reminds us that conversations about mental health matter every day, not just once a year.
Checking in with a colleague, friend or family member and really listening can make all the difference. Sometimes, that simple conversation is the key to opening the door to the support someone needs most💬💛
06/09/2025
Today we celebrate the dads, partners and father figures who are there from those very first moments, in the birth suite, during late-night feeds, and through every nappy, cuddle and giggle.
Whether you're a first-time dad, a seasoned parent, a same-sex partner, a solo parent support person or a loved one stepping into the role, your presence, love and support mean everything.
Happy Father’s Day from us 💙
03/09/2025
This Women’s Health Week, we’re putting the spotlight on you.
Whether you’re pregnant, recently given birth, or deep in the newborn or baby raising trenches, your wellbeing matters. A lot. Here’s some gentle reminders to put you first:
✔️ Rest when you can, even 10 minutes counts
✔️ Move your body gently, in ways that feel good
✔️ Book your 6-week postnatal check
✔️ Talk about pelvic floor health
✔️ Ask about contraception if needed
✔️ Check in on your mental wellbeing
✔️ Drink water (yes, this is your reminder!)
✔️ Say no to things that drain you
✔️ Make space for something that’s just for you
Because caring for yourself is caring for your family too. 💜
01/09/2025
Did you know that your baby can recognise your voice even before they’re born? Studies show that babies can hear sounds around 25 weeks gestation, and your voice is one of the first they’ll recognise after birth. 🗣👶
27/08/2025
🧡 The Golden Hour – Your First Moments Together 🧡
The golden hour is the magical time just after birth when your baby is placed skin-to-skin on your chest.
It’s more than just a cuddle — it’s a powerful bonding moment that helps regulate your baby’s temperature, heartbeat, and breathing, while also boosting breastfeeding hormones and calming both of you after birth.
At Ramsay Maternity, we honour this sacred time. Wherever possible, we delay routine checks to give you uninterrupted skin-to-skin — because those first moments matter. 🤱
✨ Skin-to-skin
✨ Bonding and connection
✨ Support for breastfeeding
✨ Calm for you and baby
Your golden hour is your time — soak it all in. 💛
25/08/2025
It’s normal to feel emotional after childbirth, but if you’re feeling overwhelmed or persistently down, you may be experiencing more than just the baby blues. It’s important to talk to someone about your feelings.
Our maternity team are always here to talk and can point you in the right direction for further support 💬.
Ramsay Mental Health services are also widely available – including psychology, psychiatry and inpatient care. Visit ramsaymentalhealth.com.au to find out more.
20/08/2025
🥇If parenting was in the Olympics... we know who’d be taking home the gold. From the one-handed snack grabs to the midnight bottle sprints, every day is a new event—and you're absolutely smashing it. 👏
💬 Tag your parenting teammate, coach, or cheer squad below 👇
18/08/2025
Let’s get real—parenthood & postpartum comes with a few surprises. Here are some things that no one told you about:
✨ Your baby will cry—a lot (and that’s totally okay)
✨ You’ll be obsessed with baby photos… and still feel like you’re missing some
✨ After birth, your body might feel like it’s been through a mini marathon (hello, recovery!)
✨ Sleep deprivation hits hard—but cuddles make up for it all
✨ Baby wipes will become useful for more than just wiping a baby’s bottom 😅
✨ The after-birth cramps can be quite painful – especially with second+ babies
✨ You might still look pregnant for weeks. Be kind to yourself and your body ❤️
✨ Newborns grunt like tiny dinosaurs at night. Totally normal but very noisy!
✨ Postpartum hair loss hits about 3 months post birth
✨ You may cry at ads, socks and the weather. Hormones are no joke but it gets better!
It’s a crazy, wonderful journey. You’ve got this, Supermum 💪
If you need extra support there are some wonderful resources available including Red Nose, COPE and your maternal child health nurse and their network.
Got a “no one warned me!” moment to add? Share it in the comments!
14/08/2025
Small, mighty, and packed with goodness—colostrum is often called "liquid gold" for a reason.
This thick, yellowish milk is your baby’s first food, produced in the first few days after birth. It's full of antibodies, protein, and nutrients to help protect your newborn and build their immune system.
✨ Just a few drops at a time are enough to nourish your baby
🤱 Some parents choose to express colostrum before birth (especially if baby might need extra support after delivery—your midwife can guide you)
Every feed, no matter how small, counts 💛
Talk to your midwife about colostrum collection and breastfeeding support during your hospital stay.
12/08/2025
Newborns sleep a lot! But how they sleep matters.
Keep your baby safe while they snooze with these evidence-based tips from Red Nose Australia:
✅ Always place baby on their back to sleep
✅ Use a firm, flat mattress with no loose bedding, pillows or soft toys
✅ Sleep baby in a cot or bassinet in your room for the first 6–12 months
✅ Keep baby's face and head uncovered
✅ Avoid overheating – dress baby appropriately and check the room temperature is comfortable for you
🛑 Don’t co-sleep on a couch or armchair—it’s never safe
🛌 Co sleeping in bed not recommended, and safest place for baby to sleep is in their own safe sleeping space
🤱 Do not sleep with your baby at the breast, it is important to ensure baby has space to breath whilst breastfeeding
You can find the full safe sleep guidelines at rednose.org.au
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St Andrew’s Ipswich Private Hospital is a fully accredited advanced surgical, medical and obstetric hospital situated 5 mins from the Ipswich CBD.
St Andrew’s is an acute care hospital committed to providing the highest standard of specialised services, skilled personnel and sophisticated technologies.
The hospital is licensed for 175 beds and services include:
24 hour Emergency department
Operating theatres incorporating modern suites with high definition audio and video monitors
Cardiac catheter laboratory
Critical care Unit includes Intensive Care Unit, Coronary Care Unit and High Dependency Unit
Day oncology/infusion centre
Renal Dialysis unit
Women & Children’s Health Services (Maternity & Paediatrics) and Level 2 Special Care Nursery
Medical and Surgical Units
Rehabilitation unit with gymnasium and life skills area.
Onsite retail pharmacy
Radiology services including CT nuclear medicine and MRI, pathology, allied health services are also available.
We are located in the medical precinct of Ipswich, adjacent to the CBD with specialist rooms within a 5 minute walk of the hospital. Parking is available in the hospital car park and also in the surrounding streets.
