St Andrew's Ipswich Private Hospital maternity guide

St Andrew's Ipswich Private Hospital is a private hospital in central Ipswich, run by Ramsay Health Care. Its maternity service cares for families from Ipswich, nearby communities and suburbs on Brisbane's western side. The birth suites and postnatal rooms are on Level 3, in the Women and Children's Services unit. You choose your own private obstetrician. If you are worried about yourself or your baby at any stage of pregnancy, or you think you are in labour, call the maternity unit on (07) 3816 9360.

St Andrew's Ipswich Private Hospital maternity at a glance

• Hospital type: Private hospital
• Run by: Ramsay Health Care
• In labour: Call the maternity unit on (07) 3816 9360
• Pregnancy care options: Private obstetrician of your choice
• Birth suites: Three birth suites on Level 3, with Vichy massage showers
• Nursery: Level 2 Special Care Nursery, for babies born from 32 weeks
• Typical stay: 2 to 4 days (vaginal birth), 3 to 5 days (caesarean)

Where is St Andrew's Ipswich maternity, and how do I contact it?

• Address: Women and Children's Services, Level 3, St Andrew's Ipswich Private Hospital, corner of Roderick and Pring Streets, Ipswich QLD 4305
• Maternity unit: (07) 3816 9360, for pregnancy worries, labour, tours and class enquiries
• Help with the online admission form: (07) 3816 9360, Monday to Friday, 8am to 3pm, or email WomenChildren.STA@ramsayhealth.com.au
• General enquiries: (07) 3816 9999
• In labour: call the maternity unit on (07) 3816 9360. The birth suites are on Level 3, reached through Women and Children's Services.

How do I book in at St Andrew's Ipswich Private Hospital?

If your health insurance covers private care, you can choose your own obstetrician. Your obstetrician's rooms then let the hospital know you are coming.

1. See your GP. Your GP confirms the pregnancy, deals with any urgent medical issues and refers you to the obstetrician of your choice.
2. Ring the obstetrician's rooms. They make your appointment and notify the hospital. Your first appointment is usually at about 8 to 10 weeks.
3. Complete the online admission form. Have any item numbers from your doctor's rooms ready. Class bookings are only accepted after this form is received.
4. Go to the booking-in clinic. You meet the midwives and have a private tour of the unit at this visit.
5. Book an antenatal class. Book midway through your pregnancy, as numbers are limited. The hospital suggests attending from 28 weeks.

What pregnancy care options does St Andrew's Ipswich offer?

• Private obstetrician care. You choose your obstetrician, who looks after you through pregnancy and the birth.
• Antenatal classes. Taught by registered midwives who work in the maternity unit. Topics include when to come to hospital, labour, caesarean birth, pain relief, your support person's role and feeding your baby.
• Allied health support. The team includes birth and parent educators, lactation consultants and physiotherapists.

For an overview of every type of pregnancy care, see the Queensland Government's maternity care options page.

What are the St Andrew's Ipswich birth suites like?

The birth suites are on Level 3, reached through Women and Children's Services. There are three fully equipped birth suites. Each has a private ensuite with a Vichy massage shower. Your midwives start monitoring you and your baby as soon as you are admitted to a birth suite, and your partner is encouraged to take part and be involved.

See inside: see photos of the birth suites, postnatal rooms and Special Care Nursery (St Andrew's Ipswich Private Hospital).

Does St Andrew's Ipswich have a special care nursery?

Yes. The Special Care Nursery is a Level 2 facility, which means it can care for babies born from 32 weeks. Paediatricians are on call 24 hours a day. Parents can visit the nursery at any time, day and night. There is also a Well Baby Nursery.

How long will I stay after giving birth at St Andrew's Ipswich?

It depends on your birth. On average, women stay 2 to 4 days after a vaginal birth and 3 to 5 days after a caesarean. You have a private room with an ensuite, television and wifi, and your baby rooms in with you. There are 4 deluxe rooms with double beds. Partners are welcome at any time, and overnight stays and meals are available for them.

What are the St Andrew's Ipswich maternity visiting hours?

Visiting hours are 8am to 1pm and 3pm to 8pm every day. The rest period is from 1pm to 3pm. Partners are welcome at any time.

What support is there after I take my baby home?

• St Andrew's Well Baby Clinic: extra help for new parents with babies up to 6 weeks old.
• West Moreton Parent and Child Health: well baby checks and feeding support. Book on 1800 607 030, or call Ipswich Child Health on (07) 3817 2340.
• 13 HEALTH: health advice 24 hours a day on 13 43 25 84. You can ask for a child health nurse, 7am to 9pm daily.
• Pregnancy, Birth and Baby Helpline: 1800 882 436.

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

Other maternity hospitals near Ipswich and western Brisbane

• Ipswich Hospital Public
• The Wesley Hospital Private
• Mater Mothers' Private Brisbane Private
• Mater Mothers' Hospital Public
• Greenslopes Private Hospital Private
• Logan Hospital Public

See all Queensland birthing hospitals.

St Andrew's Ipswich Private Hospital maternity FAQs

Hospital details checked against St Andrew's Ipswich Private Hospital (Ramsay Health Care) on 19 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.