The first weeks after delivery are tiring for the mother and full of questions about the newborn. Aayan Global arranges postnatal care at home in Udupi, Manipal and nearby towns. A trained nurse or baby-care attendant supports the mother's recovery, feeding and rest, and looks after the baby's bathing, cord care and routine. Staff usually start within 24 to 48 hours of the free home assessment, and you can book before the delivery date.
Aayan has provided home nursing since 2015. To plan cover, call +91 73495 13467 with the expected delivery date and the hospital you have chosen. This page is part of our home nursing services in Udupi.
Written by Lawrence Avil Pais, founder of Aayan Home Nursing Services. Last updated 5 October 2026.
What Postnatal Care Includes
Mother's recovery
Rest, vital-sign checks, medicines as prescribed and care of the perineal or caesarean wound as the doctor advises. The nurse watches for fever, heavy bleeding or wound changes and tells the doctor.
Breastfeeding support
Help with positioning and latch, feeding times and comfort. If pain, cracked nipples or poor feeding continue, the nurse suggests seeing the doctor or a lactation consultant.
Newborn bathing and care
Bathing, dressing, nappy changes and sleep routine, handled gently and with the family shown how to continue.
Umbilical cord care
The cord stump is kept clean and dry as the paediatrician advises, and redness or discharge is reported.
Night support
Night feeds, nappy changes and settling the baby, so the mother can sleep in longer stretches.
Guidance for the family
Safe handling, feeding positions, sleep safety and the signs that need a doctor, explained in simple steps for new parents and grandparents.
After a Normal Delivery or a Caesarean
- Normal delivery: the focus is rest, perineal comfort and hygiene, establishing breastfeeding and getting the mother up and about at her own pace.
- Caesarean: the nurse helps with getting in and out of bed, supports the wound, follows the doctor's medicine schedule and prevents the mother from lifting beyond what is allowed.
- Complicated or high-risk delivery: a GNM or BSc nurse can monitor blood pressure, blood sugar and other readings the doctor has asked to be tracked.
Newborn Signs That Need a Doctor
A nurse is not a substitute for the paediatrician. These signs need medical advice without delay:
- Yellow colour of the skin or eyes, especially if it is spreading or the baby is very sleepy
- Fever, or a very cold baby
- Refusing feeds, repeated vomiting or very few wet nappies
- Fast or laboured breathing
- Redness, swelling or discharge around the cord stump
The nurse records the observation, informs the family and helps reach the doctor.
Shift Options and Monthly Cost
Families choose the cover that fits the household. Night-only shifts suit mothers who have family help in the day, while a 24-hour arrangement suits mothers recovering from a caesarean or with no relatives nearby.
These are starting prices for nursing and caretaker care in Udupi. The final rate depends on the patient's condition, the care needed and the hours required.
| Care setting | Starting price |
|---|
| Care at home | ₹900 – ₹1,200 per day (24 hours) |
| Care in hospital | ₹1,300 – ₹1,700 per day (24 hours) |
| Monthly care | From ₹28,000 onwards |
The coordinator confirms the exact figure in writing after the free home assessment. See the home nurse cost page for how the rate is set.
A GNM nurse suits most postnatal cases. The coordinator confirms the figure in writing after the home visit, and the home nurse cost page has the starting prices.
After Discharge from Udupi and Manipal Hospitals
Call us before the delivery or soon after discharge. The coordinator reads the discharge summaries for the mother and the baby, including any vaccination dates and review visits, and the nurse works from them. For caesarean mothers and for patients who need surgery follow-up, see also post-operative care in Udupi.
How Long Families Book
The length is your choice. Some families book only night shifts for two or three weeks, others arrange full-day and night cover for the first month. The coordinator reviews the plan with the mother each week and can step cover down as she regains strength and confidence.
How to Arrange Care
- Call +91 73495 13467 with the expected delivery date and hospital.
- A coordinator visits the home for free, or meets you before delivery, and agrees the shifts and staff type.
- You receive the plan and monthly cost in writing.
- The nurse starts on the date you choose, or within 24 to 48 hours of a late request.
- If the match is not right, ask for a replacement. It is arranged at no extra charge, usually within a day.
Areas We Cover
Coverage includes Kunjibettu, Court, Bunder, Diana Circle, Ambalpady, Kadiyali, Indrali, Manipal, Malpe, Kaup, Brahmavar, Barkur, Kundapura, Karkala and Shirva. Patients within Udupi city and Manipal pay no travel charge. For addresses beyond about 30 km from the Kunjibettu branch, a small travel allowance may apply.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can book before the delivery date so a nurse is ready on discharge day. If you call after the baby is born, staff usually start within 24 to 48 hours of the free home assessment.
Yes. A 12-hour night shift, usually 7 PM to 7 AM, lets the nurse handle night feeds and nappy changes while the mother rests. Day shifts and 24-hour cover are also available.
The nurse helps with positioning, latch and feeding routine. If pain or poor feeding continues, the nurse advises seeing the doctor or a lactation consultant.
Yes. Postnatal care covers the mother's recovery and the newborn's bathing, cord care, feeding routine and sleep, with signs that need a doctor reported to the family.
Care at home in Udupi starts from ₹900 to ₹1,200 per day (24 hours) and care in hospital from ₹1,300 to ₹1,700 per day. Monthly care starts from ₹28,000 onwards. The final rate depends on the patient's condition, and the coordinator confirms it in writing after the free home assessment.
A caretaker can help with bathing, feeding routine and household order. A nurse is the better choice after a caesarean, with a complicated delivery, or when the doctor wants readings tracked. The coordinator recommends one at the home visit.
Yes. The nurse supports movement, wound care and the medicine schedule the doctor has prescribed, and keeps the mother from lifting or straining beyond what is allowed.
Ask for a replacement. It is arranged at no extra charge, usually within a day.
Plan Help for the First Weeks
Call the Kunjibettu branch with the expected delivery date. The coordinator will propose the shifts and cost in writing.
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