Choosing where to bring your baby into the world is one of the most significant decisions you will make during your pregnancy. As a team of Paediatric Nurses and Photographers, we spend our days with families who have birthed all over Melbourne. We hear the stories, we see the recovery, and we understand the clinical nuances that make a hospital stay exceptional.
While our studio is nestled in Eaglemont Village, we welcome families who travel from every corner of Melbourne—from the bayside suburbs to the hills—specifically because they value the same medical-grade safety in their photography as they do in their birthing suite.
Here is our team’s guide to the top private maternity hospitals in Melbourne, viewed through our “Nurse Filter.”
Melbourne’s Premier Private Maternity Hospitals
St Vincent’s Private Hospital (Fitzroy)
Located on Victoria Parade, St Vincent’s combines 80 years of history with sophisticated, modern care.
The Rooms: The hospital recently upgraded its maternity wing to include Luxury Suites on Level 4. These rooms feature double beds, Italian marble ensuites with deep soaking tubs, and an a la carte room service menu available 24/7.
The Hotel Partner: Their “Family Retreat” program at the Park Hyatt Melbourne is the gold standard for luxury. Eligible families are transferred via a chauffeur-driven luxury vehicle (complete with an approved baby capsule) to a dedicated wing of the hotel, where St Vincent’s midwives remain on-site 24/7.
Top Obstetricians: Highly regarded specialists like Dr Ini Thevathasan, Dr Steven Hatzikostas, Dr Joseph Sgroi, and Dr Lionel Steinberg are frequently chosen by our clients here.
Why Families Choose It: It’s for the parent who wants the clinical security of a major hospital but the recovery experience of a five-star holiday.
Epworth Freemasons (East Melbourne)
A Melbourne institution, the Freemasons is known for its “Maternity Concierge” which assists with everything from birth registration to celebration dinners.
The Rooms: The postnatal suites are spacious and designed to feel like a high-end apartment. Most rooms cater to partners staying overnight with double bed or sofa bed options.
The Hotel Partner: They also partner with the Park Hyatt Melbourne, allowing you to transfer to a luxury suite once you and your baby are medically stable.
Top Obstetricians: You will often find Dr Stephen Cole, Dr Scott Shemer, the all-female team at Grow Obstetrics (Dr Lisa Begg, Dr Hong Tran), and the experts at Melbourne Obstetric Group (MOGS) consulting here.
Why Families Choose It: For the high-volume expertise and the famous “afternoon tea trolley” that brings a touch of old-world hospitality to the ward.
Frances Perry House (Parkville)
Located on the upper floors of the Royal Women’s Hospital building, this offers unparalleled clinical peace of mind.
The Rooms: All rooms are private with large windows overlooking the city or gardens. Each room features a custom built-in baby change and bathing station, so you can learn the ropes with your midwife in total privacy.
The Hotel Partner: Frances Perry families may have the option to transfer to the InterContinental Melbourne for their postnatal stay. This program is designed for low-risk recoveries where midwives visit to provide check-ups and support.
Top Obstetricians: Leading names like Dr Peter Jurcevic, Dr Natalia Khomko, and the specialists at WOGS are based here.
Why Families Choose It: Co-location. Being in the same building as a Level 1 Tertiary NICU means that if anything unexpected happens, your baby has immediate access to the best equipment in the country without needing an ambulance transfer.
Cabrini Malvern (Malvern)
A favourite for families in the South-East, Cabrini’s Gandel Wing is a masterpiece of modern healthcare.
The Rooms: The suites here are incredibly tranquil, featuring state-of-the-art fetal monitoring and beautiful views. They emphasise a “sanctuary” feel to promote bonding and maternal rest.
The Facilities: While they focus on their high-end onsite suites rather than a hotel transfer, their Mother and Baby Centre provides an integrated hub for specialist ultrasound, lactation, and perinatal emotional health.
Top Obstetricians: Dr Amanda Ward, Dr Danielle Wilkins (Director of Maternity), and Dr Ines Rio are standout choices for our Cabrini families.
Why Families Choose It: It is a holistic powerhouse. From pregnancy massage and physiotherapy to the 24-hour Emergency Department on-site, it feels like a total safety net.
Waverley Private Hospital (Mount Waverley)
Waverley Private offers a boutique, community-focused experience that feels significantly less “institutional” than the CBD hospitals.
The Rooms: Known for their Family Suites with double beds, these rooms were recently renovated to feel like a modern home. There is ample parking for visitors and easy access for new Mums.
The Specialist Service: They are famous for their Early Parenting Centre (EPC). This is a 5-night residential program for parents struggling with sleep, settling, or feeding once they get home—a service we believe is worth its weight in gold.
Top Obstetricians: Specialists like Dr Sameer Thakur, Dr Ravi Kashyap, and Dr Thushari Amarasekara are highly recommended by our families in the East.
Why Families Choose It: For the intimate, personalised care. The midwives here often know every family by name, and the EPC provides a level of postnatal support that larger hospitals often lack.
Why the “Nurse Standard” Matters in the Studio
Just as you wouldn’t choose a hospital without checking their safety credentials, we believe you shouldn’t choose a photographer without doing the same.
While we are not acting as your nurses during the shoot, our years of paediatric experience mean that we operate our Eaglemont Village studio with the same attention to detail as a private ward. We maintain a strictly controlled, studio-only environment to ensure perfect hygiene and temperature for your newborn.
Families from across Melbourne trust us because we bridge the gap between the clinical safety of the birth suite and the beautiful art of newborn photography.