A Guide to Confinement Services in Singapore

Whether you are preparing for this new chapter or considering new options for your next baby, we know how exciting and exhausting it can be. In the past, confinement for moms may be perceived as a period of recuperation and recovery. Now, the suite of meticulously curated services goes beyond just that.

Check out the guide we put together to make your process a little smoother! 

Confinement Services 101

Traditionally, confinement referred to an indoor recovery period for mothers, usually lasting 28 to 40 days after childbirth. In this age, the purpose has been extended beyond that essential rest for mothers, to include holistic aspects such as nutrition, baby care, and even emotional and mental wellness.

Benefits of confinement include postpartum recovery for moms to regain strength after labour, supporting newborn care with feeding, bathing, soothing and sleep routines, as well as nutrition guidance with specially prepared meals to boost recovery and for breastfeeding moms, milk supply.

There is also increasingly more attention given to emotional and mental wellbeing of parents, especially to ease them into the next phase of self care back home. 

There are two main categories of services commonly used in Singapore, namely home-based nannies and - increasingly popular - confinement centres. The former has experienced caregivers who may move in temporarily with the family or visit daily to provide support in the comfort of home, while the latter are dedicated facilities where both mom and baby stay for a period of time, attended to round-the-clock by staff.

Factors to Consider When Choosing What Works Best for Your Family

Qualifications and Experience

Regardless of your choice being a home-based nanny or a confinement centre garnering the expertise of nurses and consultants, do check up the qualifications and experience of who will be supporting you through this crucial period. Legitimate sources of these caregivers should be able to whip up their professional credentials easily and upon request.

Customer Reviews

We know the power of word of mouth, and what better source of info than other families who have experienced the service and support? Here is your chance to exercise discretion and your own judgement, extracting relevant and useful information on what actually matters to you, including personal or little touches, going the extra mile, or even what to expect.

Prior Meetup or Guided Visit

Before welcoming a stranger into your home to be involved in rather intimate care, a face-to-face meeting and conversation sound like the logical thing to do. You can even ask for deets or a demo on how the confinement nanny usually carry out her tasks. Guided tours of confinement centres and meeting the caregiving team serve the same purpose. Get a firsthand vibe, even before you decide.

Costs and Subsidies 

Established caregivers and confinement centres will be able to provide detailed and itemised cost estimates for your deliberation. But do also enquire about possible hidden costs, optional items and other add-on costs. Additionally, ask about subsidies that may come in handy to help cover some of your costs – while these may not be direct offsets, it could be applicable to work permits, insurance or training for foreign confinement nannies that may be handled by agencies. 

Types of Confinement Services in Singapore: By Price Tier

PREMIUM

Expect to pay: A nifty 5-digit figure, averaging $10,000 to more than $50,000 for a range of 14-28 days! Let’s take a look at the lists we’ve sorted for you:

1. Bella Villa

Photo Credit: Bella Villa

Venue: Capella Singapore, 1 The Knolls, Sentosa Island, Singapore 098297
More Info: Find out more here.

We are probably familiar with the hotel Capella Singapore at Sentosa. The hotel’s ambience imaginably creates a beautifully conducive postpartum healing journey for mommies. Their two-bedroom apartments even allow pets! Expect nothing less than 1-to-1 round-the-clock care, postpartum meals freshly prepared by the hotel’s executive chef, premium baby and mommy supplies, and even art therapy courses.   

2. Hatched Confinement Oasis

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Venue: 11 Orchard Turn, Singapore 238800
More Info: Find out more here.

On top of fundamental services, the prominent factor about this establishment is their panel of medical specialists, with an entire webpage dedicated to showcasing the individuals’ portfolios. The strong medical team even boasts psychologists, TCM and aesthetics.

3. KAI Singapore

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Venue: 26 Dunearn Rd, Singapore 309423
More Info: Find out more here. 

Said to be the first licensed premium confinement centre in Singapore, KAI partners a multitude of brands to deliver their holistic suite of services across stay environment, cuisine, spa, wellness and care for mom and baby. Take your pick from premium, deluxe and comfort suites.

4. Momley Loft

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Venue: Aranda Country Club, Executive Suites Level 3, 60 Pasir Ris Drive 3, Singapore 519497
More Info: Find out more here.

Here’s an establishment that puts the focus on the whole family (dads are not forgotten!). Their pro-family initiatives are suitable for new parents, young families and couples, who can make the best out of the unusually spacious rooms and TCM-based meals here. 

 5. My Queen

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Venue: 23 Beach View, Palawan Ridge, Oasia Resort Sentosa, Singapore 098679
More Info: Find out more here.

Another sanctuary that has set its location at Sentosa within Oasia Resort, their menu of services is as stunning as its location. Not only do they deliver the postpartum essentials, they start taking care of the family and mom even before baby is due. Think couple or family retreats, mommy staycay and even gender reveal parties – bonus point, at rather attractive prices! 

6. Rejoy Suites Confinement Centre

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Venue: 3 Croucher Rd, Singapore 359566
More Indo: Find out more here.

Operated by a team of healthcare and postpartum care professionals, Rejoy is positioned as a balance of modern science and eastern practices. Boasting a comprehensive variety of amenities, moms can relax through spa, yoga, sound bath and pilates, or network with fellow mommies at their café. What’s more, they have a team of certified specialised home confinement nannies as well as confinement food delivery! 

7. Singjoy

Photo Credit: Singjoy

Venues:

• Anderson Road, Shangrila Apartments, Singapore 259983;
• Kim Seng Walk, Great World Service Apartments, Singapore 239404;
• Mandarin Oriental, 5 Raffles Avenue, Singapore 039797;
• Conrad Orchard, 1 Cuscaden Rd, Singapore 249715

More Info: Find out more here.

A little different from the above, Singjoy prides themselves on their 1-to-1 nanny (versus a central nursery), another choice for moms who prefer to have their kiddos by their side all the time, yet enjoy respite away from the mundane and chores at home. Nutritious confinement meals, lactation consultation and support, in addition to wellbeing and spa services can still be expected. 

8. The Clover Suites

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Singapore's first boutique hotel concept that caters exclusively to moms with new babies, there are three packages to choose from – Deluxe, Premium and Luxury. One outstanding feature is their guest login on their website, offering ease of access yet privacy to resources. Their spa and wellness services are actually opened to the public – something for lady family members, relatives and friends of the mommy to consider? 

Venue:

• 697 East Coast Road #02-01, Singapore 459060;
• 139 Moulmein Road, Singapore 308086

More Info: Find out more here.

MID TIER

Expect to pay: Average $5,000 to $10,000+

9. Luce Confinement Nannies

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More Info: Find out more here.

More of an online matching resource to seek your confinement nanny, Luce is a comprehensive site offering live-in experienced and verified Chinese nannies who can take care of both mom and baby, for a period of 26 or 42 days. Booking is fairly convenient via their Whatsapp.  

10. Newbubs Confinement

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Venue: 106 Braddell Road, Singapore 359912
More Info: Find out more here.

Here is one service provider that not only lists pricing on their website, they mention factors that may affect your estimated expenses. We like how comprehensive they laid out their prenatal and antenatal class content, so parents can know what are covered, the benefits of attending the class and FAQs of other potential concerns parents may have. 

11. Newlife Confinement Services 

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Venue: Link @ AMK 3 Ang Mo Kio St 62 #03-16, Singapore 569139
More Info: Find out more here.

While they have a confinement facility at West Coast, Newlife positions itself as a well-rounded, holistic service provider. Established in 2016, their nanny to home service is backed by a strong, experienced and certified team – with their profiles published on their website - equipped to cook confinement meals, guide moms on baby care and lactation, take care of the newborn and even do laundry, simple housecleaning and grocery shopping.   

BASIC

12. Nannymoon

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More Info: Find out more here.

A confinement nanny agency that has supported more than 1000 happy mothers since 2020 with their team of over 50 professional nannies, you will be able to enjoy the fundamentals from pre- to post-natal care. Additionally, their membership gets you more add-on services, discounts and access to events.    

13. NannyStreet (formerly Homey Confinement) 

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Venue: 300 Tampines Avenue 5, #09-02 Tampines Junction, Singapore 529653
More Info: Find out more here.

Touted as a “nanny marketplace”, this online platform matches parents with suitable confinement nannies, including freelance nanny services. Parents can liaise directly with nannies to negotiate jobscope and fees on the platform, before committing to a deposit. Before you dismiss this as a self-service, they have a dedicated customer service to support parents who encounter issues.

14. PEM Confinement 

Venue: 7 Gambas Crescent, #09-10, Ark@Gambas, Singapore 757087
More Info: Find out more here.

Positioned as a one-stop confinement solution, from newborn care to herbal wellness, this service provider has served more than 50,000 customers. Each of their confinement nanny undergoes 150 hours of training, with modules reviewed by local baby expert Dr Wong Boh Boi who has over 40 years of experience.

15. Xpress Confinement Nanny

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Venue: 865 Mountbatten Road, #01-63 Katong Shopping Centre, Singapore 437844
More Info: Find out more here.

This agency offers stay-in, daytime and night-time nannies ranging from 14, 21 or 28 days to best suit your needs. Not only are the nannies kept up to date with current practices, they are adequate at nutrition and massage support. Xpress’ partners also offer additional perks such as baby swimming trial, catering vouchers for full month or birthday celebrations, newborn photoshoot and event space rental.