Why Do Hong Kong Women Stop Breastfeeding Early?
Let’s review the latest situation in Hong Kong and look into why more women stop breastfeeding early.
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Pregnancy-related Health Articles
Not sure what to expect in Hong Kong when expecting? This section will answer your questions on pre-pregnancy, pregnancy and post-pregnancy topics.
The Ultimate Guide to Maternity Leave in Hong Kong
Important update: in her 2018 Policy Address on 10 October 2018, the Chief Executive of Hong Kong, Carrie Lam, announced the Government’s intention to increase Hong Kong’s statutory maternity leave from 10 weeks to 14 weeks. The current maternity leave in Hong Kong has been in place for 48 years. Under this proposal, employers would […]
Read MoreThe Complete OB-GYN-Reviewed Guide to Hong Kong Pregnancy
There’s a lot to think about when you get pregnant. In Hong Kong, we have a paradox of choice – we can choose from public, private and a mix of both health services when accessing pregnancy and birth care. Where do you start? With the expertise of Dr. Edmund Hon 韓慶璋醫生, an obstetrician in Hong […]
Read MoreYour Complete Guide to IVF in Hong Kong: All Options & Costs
According to The Council on Human Reproductive Technology in Hong Kong, one in six couples have difficulty conceiving. In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) is the most well-known assisted reproductive treatment for infertility related issues. If you are currently exploring IVF in Hong Kong or just curious about this option, here is all the information you need […]
Read MoreFertility Treatments in Hong Kong 101 | IVF, IUI and PGD
Whether you’re considering going to a fertility clinic or already seeing a fertility specialist, the fertility jargon can be hard to understand. We spoke to Obstetrics and Gynecology specialist Dr. Alexander Doo 杜堅能醫生 to explain basic fertility-related terms. Here is your expert guide to fertility treatments in Hong Kong, including IVF, IUI, PGD and more. […]
Read MoreYour Guide to IVF and Fertility Treatments in Hong Kong
Interested in IVF or other fertility treatments in Hong Kong? The first thing to know is that only legally married couples – not same sex couples – are able to access these services in Hong Kong. Consent from both partners is required. There is a great divide between the public and private providers when looking […]
Read MoreYour Complete Guide to Egg Freezing in Hong Kong
Not quite ready to have children yet but worried about your future fertility? Whether you are focused on your career or haven’t found the right partner, egg freezing – oocyte cryopreservation – preserves a woman’s eggs so she can try to conceive at a later date. Healthy Matters brings you a complete guide to egg […]
Read MoreMaternity in Hong Kong: The “Half-Half” Route
Giving birth at a private hospital in Hong Kong can easily cost more than HK$100,000 and very few insurance policies nowadays fully cover the expenses. In fact, most policies impose maternity specific limits, which can include both prenatal/postnatal care as well as the delivery itself. Given that private hospital delivery packages are exceptionally expensive, many […]
Read MoreThe Ultimate Guide to Pediatricians in Hong Kong
Everything you need to know to take care of your little (one)s.
Read MoreThe Complete 2019 Guide to Matilda Hospital 明德國際醫院
Looking to visit a private hospital in Hong Kong for shorter wait lines and more personalised options? Here is your comprehensive, independent guide to Matilda Hospital 明德國際醫院 in Hong Kong. Overview of Matilda International Hospital Matilda International Hospital is a private hospital in Hong Kong, known for its personalized patient-care and state-of-the-art technology. Sitting atop […]
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