Family Birthing Unit
The Mercy Family Birthing Unit offers a combination of intimate, home style accommodation, personalised attention and modern clinical facilities.
Many of the patient rooms have spectacular views of the Swan River, and double beds in all private rooms enable parents to stay together for the duration of the stay at this very special time.
Our team of Midwives, Medical Practitioners and Physiotherapists are committed to preparing you and your family for all aspects of childbirth and parenthood.
Our Goals
The most satisfied families. The highest standard of contemporary care. Excellence, Quality and Reputation. We provide:
- Ante-Natal Classes
- Childbirth and Early Parenting Education
- Access to a Lactation Midwife
- Modern Birthing Suites
- Level-2 Special Care Nursery
- Post-Natal Reunions
- Mercy Support Centre for Parents and Babies
Please click here to download the Mercy Hospital Family Birthing Unit Patient Information Guide FBU Patient Information Guide
You can email us at fbu@mercycare.com.au for a copy of the guide and further information.
Birthing Suites
Our modern, spacious birthing suites boast a patient lounge area, individual ensuite bathrooms with double showers and large baths.
Your parent or support person is most welcome and encouraged to participate in your birthing experience.
Arranging Your Stay
Prior to making a booking parents are welcome to tour all areas of the Mercy Family Birthing Unit, where you can meet our team and view our modern facilities.
Booking forms are available from
- Your Doctor or
- Family Birthing Unit please call (08) 9370 9420
Please click here to view or download a list of doctors who deliver at Mercy Family Birthing Unit.
Visiting Hours
For your convenience, unrestricted visiting hours are available for fathers and siblings.
For others: between 8.00am - 1.00pm and 3.00pm - 8.00pm
Our new parents have requested a rest period from 1.00pm - 3.00pm each day.
We ask all visitors to only visit during this time as a courtesy to all patients on the unit.
Discharge Advice
Click here to download advice on what to look out for when you and your baby arrive back home. Should you or your baby experience any of the symptoms in this brochure, don't hesitate to contact our Family Birthing Unit.