With prices ranging from VND 98 million for six days to VND 388 million for 28 days, many families find themselves asking: What does a postpartum retreat package include, and how should it be compared with caring for mother and baby at home?

After giving birth, a mother needs time to rest and recover, while her baby needs frequent care around the clock. From meals and sleep to breastfeeding and health monitoring, these needs call for advance planning and reliable support.

For many families, spending the postpartum period at home with help from grandparents and relatives remains a suitable choice. Others turn to a postpartum retreat centre for a team dedicated to caring for mother and baby, while reducing the time spent organising everyday tasks.

However, with prices reaching hundreds of millions of Vietnamese dong, the service often raises a question: What exactly are families paying for?

How is the cost of a stay at a postpartum centre calculated?

Taking The Joyful Nest, a five-star postpartum retreat centre at Oakwood Residence Saigon in District 7, Ho Chi Minh City, as an example, families can choose a six-, 14- or 28-day stay.

The average daily cost is calculated by dividing the package price by the number of days. Based on these prices, the 28-day package has a lower daily cost, while the six-day package offers a shorter stay at a lower total cost.

According to The Joyful Nest, the packages combine accommodation, nutrition, mother and baby care, and postpartum support activities. Specific inclusions may vary depending on the programme a family chooses.

What does a postpartum retreat package include?

A distinctive feature of the postpartum retreat model is that multiple care needs are brought together within one programme, from supporting the mother’s recovery to caring for her baby and guiding parents.

According to the centre, each baby has two dedicated nannies who work in shifts to support the family around the clock. The baby stays in the mother’s suite, allowing her to remain close to her child while having support when she needs to rest.

Nurses and midwives are on duty 24 hours a day to monitor the health of mother and baby throughout their stay. Obstetricians and paediatricians visit according to the programme’s schedule. Mothers also receive breastfeeding support and guidance on newborn care skills.

For nutrition, mothers are served five meals a day from a menu designed for the postpartum period. Treatments such as massage, herbal baths and abdominal wraps are scheduled as part of the care programme.

Families stay in a private suite with space for a husband or relative to stay alongside them. Support is also provided for tasks such as housekeeping, laundry and bottle sterilisation. This gives mothers more time to rest and parents more time to spend with their baby and family.

Alongside individual care, activities such as afternoon tea, yoga classes and creative sessions offer mothers opportunities to meet and share their experiences. After returning home, families can stay connected through The Inner Circle, a community for mothers who have stayed at the centre.

Is postpartum care at home more affordable?

At home, families can select individual services according to their needs, such as hiring a nanny by the shift, ordering postpartum meals, or arranging home visits from a nurse or lactation consultant. Families who already have support from relatives may only need a few additional services, giving them greater control over their spending.

However, the total cost will vary depending on the number of care hours, overnight shifts, staff qualifications and how often other services are used. To make a comparison, families should list their needs over the same period, request quotations and clarify any additional charges.

Beyond money, the time needed to organise care is another consideration. When using several separate services, families generally need to contact providers, book appointments and coordinate caregivers themselves. At a centre, these services are organised within a single care programme.

Should families choose a six-, 14- or 28-day package?

The six-day package may suit families who want support during the first days after childbirth before returning home with help from relatives or home care services.

The 14-day package is intended for families who want more time for the mother to rest, establish breastfeeding and become familiar with caring for her baby. With the 28-day package, mothers have a longer stay to focus on recovery, while parents continue learning and building a daily routine with their child.

There is no single length of postpartum stay that suits everyone. Families should consider the health of mother and baby, the support available after returning home, and their budget. For those with specific care needs, speaking with a doctor and the centre in advance can help them choose an appropriate programme.

What should families ask before booking a postpartum centre?

Before deciding, families should clarify how many caregivers are assigned to each baby, where the baby stays, who provides overnight support and how often doctors visit. Other questions include the arrangements for an accompanying family member, additional charges and the support available if mother or baby needs further medical assessment.

Whether a postpartum centre offers good value depends on each family’s needs. Understanding the services, duration of care and support they require gives parents a clearer basis for choosing the right arrangement for their first days with their baby.

For information about The Joyful Nest’s packages and centre tours, visit thejoyfulnest.com/vi/bang-gia.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a postpartum stay at The Joyful Nest cost?

According to the information provided, prices start at VND 98 million for six days, VND 198 million for 14 days and VND 388 million for 28 days. Specific prices and inclusions can be confirmed when families enquire about booking.

What services are included in a postpartum retreat package?

The packages combine accommodation, nutrition, mother and baby care, breastfeeding guidance and postpartum support activities. The number and scope of services depend on the package selected.

Does the baby stay in the same room as the mother?

At The Joyful Nest, babies stay in the same suite as their mothers and receive dedicated nanny care. Caregivers work in shifts to provide support day and night, giving mothers time to rest while remaining close to their babies.

Can a husband or relative stay with mother and baby?

A husband or relative can stay with the family in the suite. Parents should ask about the inclusions, meals and any charges for an accompanying person when booking.

Can families be picked up from the hospital after discharge?

According to the centre, The Joyful Nest offers a hospital pick-up service following discharge. Families should discuss the location, timing and applicable conditions in advance.