One stop clinic for all postnatal care needs for the whole family.
Founded by Dr Moona Aslam and Dr Sadif Rafiq, two experienced GPs, women’s health doctors and mums with over 20 years of combined clinical experience.
Our unique position as family Doctors ensures we are non-biased and equipped to assess and treat all aspects of care from physical recovery, mental health to feeding issues for mums and babies and more.
Doctor-led postnatal health and recovery assessments
We offer comprehensive health assessments with an experienced GP, giving you the time and space to talk about your physical recovery, emotional wellbeing and everything that has happened since having your baby.
For mothers, fathers and babies. Care that goes beyond the six-week check. Based at The Portland Outpatients, Hale
Postnatal care shouldn't stop when you leave hospital. The weeks and months after birth bring huge changes for both parents and babies.
You might be wondering:
Is my recovery taking longer than it should?
If someone can assess your wounds?
Why am I still exhausted?
Why don't I feel like myself?
Is my C-section or perineal recovery progressing as it should?
If someone can check your pelvic floor?
Why am I feeling anxious or overwhelmed?
When can I start exercising again?
I had a difficult birth could that still be affecting me?
Is what I'm experiencing normal?
You don't need to wait until something is seriously wrong to ask. Newborn Family provides dedicated postnatal healthcare appointments with experienced GPs who understand this important stage of life. Our dedicated GPs give you the time, expertise and continuity your family deserves.
What does an appointment cover?
Mother's Postnatal Health And Recovery Assessment £295
Up to 60 minutes with an experienced GP, focused entirely on you and your recovery after birth.
You'll have time to talk through the things that are often difficult to fit into a routine postnatal appointment, with an experienced GP who understands both the medicine and the reality of becoming a parent.
We'll take time to understand how you're doing physically and emotionally, assess any concerns and give you a personalised plan for what you need next.
Your appointment can cover:
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Physical recovery and symptoms
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C-section or perineal healing
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Pelvic floor
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Sleep and exhaustion
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Feeding
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Mental health and emotional wellbeing
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Your birth experience
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Contraception and returning to sex
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Returning to exercise
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Returning to work
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Any other concerns you want to discuss
Where appropriate, we can provide prescriptions or recommend a referral.
Optional blood tests can be added to any package.
You don't need to have a specific problem to book. Sometimes you simply need the time to talk to a doctor about how you're doing.
But I've already had my six-week check. Do I need this?
Absolutely, our appointment isn't designed to replace your NHS care. Your NHS postnatal checks are important.
Our private assessment offers something different: more time to ask more than just one question, a comprehensive review and examination and the opportunity to discuss the things that may not have been covered in a routine appointment.
You can come to us because something is worrying you, because your recovery hasn't gone as expected, or simply because you want reassurance that you're doing okay.
There is no need to wait until your six-week check and you don't have to have something “wrong” to benefit from a longer appointment.
Why choose a private
GP-led postnatal assessment?
You're seeing an experienced GP who can assess your symptoms, provide medical advice and help you decide what needs to happen next.
We combine medical expertise with the time and continuity that new parents often struggle to access.
Newborn Family was founded by Dr Moona Aslam and Dr Sadif Rafiq, two GPs and mums who experienced first-hand how much can be missed during the transition into parenthood.
Evidence-based. Doctor-led. Personalised to you.
Want ongoing support?
Postnatal care designed around
your family's journey
Our care plans combine postnatal assessments and follow-up appointments so you don't have to navigate your recovery alone. We provide structured, expert support for mothers, partners and babies from preparing for recovery before birth through to your baby's first year.
Where appropriate, we provide prescriptions or recommend referrals. Optional additional blood tests can be added to any package.
First year together care plan
£1045
Your families complete recovery journey from pregnancy to 1 year postpartum.
For families who want support from pregnancy through the whole postnatal journey.
Includes:
✓ Pre-delivery consultation with mum and partner to discuss what to expect after birth and your recovery plan in the early days to weeks.
✓ Comprehensive postnatal health assessments for mum, dad and baby at 6-8 weeks
✓ follow-up appointments for mum throughout the first year at 3, 6, 9, 12 months to review healing, recovery and ongoing wellbeing
Best for: Families who want to ensure the whole families recovery is supported throughout their recovery and who want to have postnatal continuity of care.
Fourth Trimester Care Plan
£495
Mothers complete recovery journey from pregnancy to 12 weeks postpartum.
For mums who want support from pregnancy through to the early postnatal period.
Includes:
✓ Pre-delivery consultation to discuss what to expect after birth and your recovery plan
✓ Comprehensive postnatal health recovery assessment at 6-8 weeks
✓ 12-week follow-up appointment to review healing, recovery and wellbeing
Best for: Expectant mothers preparing for the fourth trimester or new mothers wanting structured support after birth.
Family Care Plan
£495
For families who want postnatal recovery assessments for mum, partner and baby.
Includes:
✓ Mother's postnatal assessment
✓ Partner's postnatal assessment
✓ Baby postnatal assessment
A complete picture of your family's health after birth.
Best for: Families who want expert reassurance that everyone is adjusting well after birth.
Postnatal care for the whole family
Are you looking for a postnatal appointment that is tailored to your needs?
Our individual postnatal appointments provide expert advice and reassurance when you need it.
Baby Health Assessment — £150
A 30-minute GP-led assessment covering your baby's feeding, growth, development, physical health and any concerns you have.
Father's / Partner's Wellbeing Assessment — £150
A dedicated 30-minute appointment recognising that the transition into parenthood affects partners too.
Postnatal GP Appointment — £150
A 30-minute GP consultation for a specific postnatal concern affecting you or your baby.
Where to find us
We're conveniently located for families across South Manchester, Cheshire and Lancashire.
Our private postnatal clinic is based at:
The Portland Hospital Outpatients,
Unit 6 Crown Passages,
Hale,
Altrincham
WA15 9GN
Frequently Asked Questions:
Do I need to wait until six weeks?
No. You can book a postnatal health assessment whenever you feel you need one up to two years after your baby is born.
Is this a replacement for my NHS postnatal check?
No. Our assessment complements your NHS care and gives you additional time with a GP.
Do I need to have a problem to book?
No. Many parents book simply because they want reassurance or have questions about their recovery.
Can you examine me?
Yes. Where clinically appropriate, your GP can perform a physical examination as part of your assessment.
Can you prescribe medication?
Where appropriate, your GP can discuss treatment options and prescribe within the usual requirements of private medical care.
Can you refer me if something needs further investigation?
Yes. If your assessment suggests you need further investigation or specialist care, we'll discuss the appropriate next steps with you.
Can I bring my baby?
Yes we understand that arranging childcare isn't always possible.
Where are you based?
The Portland Outpatients, Hale, Altrincham, WA15 9GN.
Not sure which appointment is right for you?
If you're unsure what you need, you can contact us via email (newborn.family@outlook.com) and we can arrange a free 10 minute discover call to help you decide.
Our dedicated team is here to support you through this transformative time, offering personalised care and guidance. Whether you need physical recovery assessments, emotional support, or advice on newborn care, we have the expertise to help you thrive.
Newborn Family is a GP-led private postnatal clinic at HCA Portland Outpatients in Hale, offering postnatal checks for mum, dad and baby throughout the first year postnatally. Founded by two experienced GPs and mothers, we provide evidence-based postnatal care with flexible postnatal packages for the whole family. Our services include postnatal checks for mothers, baby health and development checks, and the UK's first dedicated postnatal checks for dads and partners, alongside women's health support, birth trauma support, postnatal mental health reviews, C-section recovery and wound checks, pelvic floor assessment, and antenatal consultations to create a personalised postnatal recovery plan. Beyond clinical care, we offer educational workshops, restorative postnatal retreats, and support for the transition to parenthood.