Bacchus Marsh Hospital maternity guide

Bacchus Marsh Hospital maternity is a small public unit in Bacchus Marsh, run by Western Health. It has 8 beds in single rooms and cares for women with a low risk pregnancy. In 2022, 479 babies were born at the hospital, according to Safer Care Victoria's performance indicators report. If you think labour has started, phone the maternity unit and Maternity Assessment Centre on (03) 5367 9615. It is open 24 hours a day.

Bacchus Marsh Hospital maternity at a glance

• Hospital type: Public, small maternity unit with 8 single rooms
• Run by: Western Health
• In labour: Call the maternity unit on (03) 5367 9615, 24 hours
• Pregnancy care options: Midwifery care, shared care, Midwifery Group Practice, specialist referral
• Antenatal clinic: Pregnancy care clinics at the hospital and nearby community sites
• Birth rooms: Private birthing rooms
• Nursery: Level 2 Special Care Nursery for babies from 37 weeks
• Stay after birth: Depends on how you and your baby are

Where is Bacchus Marsh Hospital maternity, and how do I contact it?

• Address: Bacchus Marsh Hospital, 29-35 Grant Street, Bacchus Marsh VIC 3340
• Maternity unit and Maternity Assessment Centre: (03) 5367 9615, 24 hours. Enter by the main entrance.
• Referral and appointment service (Western Health): (03) 8345 1727
• Hospital main number: (03) 5367 2000
• Interpreter services: (03) 8345 7148
• In labour: phone the unit first. For a life-threatening emergency, call 000.
• Parking: free parking is in the hospital grounds at the corner of Clarinda and Turner streets.

How do I get referred to or book in at Bacchus Marsh Hospital?

You can book for public care with a GP referral or by referring yourself. Western Health handles bookings for both of its birthing hospitals through a central intake.

1. Get a referral or register. Ask your GP to refer you to Western Health, or refer yourself. The maternity unit page says self-referral is possible.
2. Check you suit this unit. Bacchus Marsh is for low risk pregnancies. If you need more specialist care, you may be cared for at Sunshine Hospital.
3. Wait for your booking letter. After your referral is registered, you are contacted about a pregnancy booking appointment. Call (03) 8345 1727 if you have questions.
4. Go to your booking visit. A midwife at Bacchus Marsh or Sunshine sees you as soon as pregnancy is known or suspected, and talks through your care options.
5. Book your classes. Birth and parenting classes are held at Sunshine Hospital, and you can book if you plan to give birth at Bacchus Marsh.

What pregnancy care options does Bacchus Marsh Hospital offer?

• Midwifery care. Midwives look after you if your pregnancy is uncomplicated. Appointments are also offered at Melton Health.
• Shared maternity care. Most visits are with an accredited GP, and you give birth at Western Health.
• Midwifery Group Practice (MGP). A small team of midwives cares for you through pregnancy, labour, birth and early parenting. You may be able to go home 4 to 6 hours after birth, with a midwife visiting for up to two weeks. You may need to join a waiting list.
• Specialist clinics. Specialist care is delivered at Sunshine Hospital. If you need it, you may be transferred there for review or ongoing care.

For more on choosing your care, see the Better Health Channel page on pregnancy and birth care options.

Where is the Bacchus Marsh Hospital antenatal clinic?

Pregnancy care clinics run at Bacchus Marsh Hospital, with midwife-led and obstetric clinics. Antenatal appointments are also held at 10 Turner Street Consulting Rooms and at Melton Health and Community Services. Your first midwife visit is usually at 12 to 16 weeks, and it may be by telehealth unless you are past 20 weeks when you book. Check your appointment letter for the site.

What is the Bacchus Marsh Hospital birth suite like?

Bacchus Marsh has private birthing rooms. Obstetric and anaesthetic staff are available 24 hours a day. Partners are encouraged to stay, and fold-out couches are available overnight.

The Maternity Assessment Centre is in the maternity unit by the main entrance, and it is open 24 hours on (03) 5367 9615. Contact it for labour, waters breaking, reduced baby movements or any pregnancy concern. If your baby's movements become less frequent, call at any time.

Does Bacchus Marsh Hospital have a special care nursery?

Yes. The hospital has a Level 2 Special Care Nursery caring for babies from 37 weeks. Parents can visit their baby at any time. If you need specialist care, you may be cared for at Sunshine Hospital. Newborn Services at Sunshine has intensive care, high dependency and special care cots.

How long will I stay in hospital after giving birth at Bacchus Marsh Hospital?

How long you stay depends on how you and your baby are, so ask your midwife. Antenatal and postnatal rooms are private, with a shared ensuite. Western Health has a team of lactation consultants at each of its maternity services. Call the hospital on (03) 5367 2000 to check visiting hours before you plan visits.

What support is there after I take my baby home?

• Home support: all mothers who give birth at Bacchus Marsh Hospital are offered a midwife home visiting service, which checks on you and your baby in the first week.
• Breastfeeding clinic: the Bacchus Marsh Breastfeeding Support Service is on (03) 5367 9873, Tuesday to Friday, 8am to 4.30pm.
• Breastfeeding Helpline: 1800 686 268, free, 24 hours a day.
• Maternal and Child Health Line: 13 22 29, 24 hours a day.
• NURSE-ON-CALL: 1300 60 60 24, 24-hour nurse advice.

For sleep, follow the Red Nose safe sleep recommendations from your first night at home.

Other maternity hospitals near Bacchus Marsh

If you need a larger unit or specialist care, these are other maternity hospitals in Melbourne's west and north.

• Sunshine Hospital Public
• Werribee Mercy Hospital Public
• Northpark Private Hospital Private
• Northern Hospital Epping Public

See all Victorian birthing hospitals.

Bacchus Marsh Hospital maternity FAQs

Hospital details checked against Western Health on 21 October 2026. Services and contact details can change, so confirm with the hospital before you go. This page is general information and is not medical advice.