Our Services

From pregnancy to early infancy, Nest offers a clear, continuous pathway of care – with the same trusted team supporting you at every step. We also closely collaborate with your obstetrician before birth, the maternity team in hospital, and your home midwife after discharge.

We understand that choosing private care for your baby is a significant decision. That’s why we’ve set our fees thoughtfully – so families can access expert newborn care with costs that remain consistent with standard paediatric clinics, despite our advanced specialisation.

We want you to know exactly what to expect. You’ll find clear summaries of costs below, and further details with explanations of Medicare rebates and private-health cover on the Clinic Info page.

Antenatal Consults

Meet your baby’s neonatologist, talk through your pregnancy and birth plan, and start building a trusted connection well before your baby arrives. We believe newborn care should begin before birth – not after.

• 28 Week Video Consult (20 min)

• 36 Week Video Consult (20 min)

• Our antenatal consults are provided at no cost, as they are fully bulk-billed. Should complications arise, we will adjust the timing or add consults to support you at every step.

Hospital Care

Hands-on care at Gold Coast Private Hospital overseen by a neonatologist – supporting your baby’s transition, guiding feeding, and answering questions as they arise. With NICU-level expertise, we’re able to care for a wide range of more complex babies, and provide expert care for any unexpectedly unwell newborns.

• Initial Review (Day 0–1)

• Progress Review (Day 1–3)

• Discharge Review (Day 3–5)

• Our hospital care fees are capped at $1000. After Medicare rebates, out-of-pocket costs are around $700 – or $140 if you’ve reached the Safety Net.

• We do not charge any additional fees for 24/7 on-call availability, after hours call-ins, additional reviews, daily monitoring of progress and advice given to the maternity team.

Clinic Follow-Up

In-depth visits at our family-friendly suites in the new RDX Lumina building next to Gold Coast Private. We track growth and development and prioritise early intervention – because the early months have lifelong impact. Our reviews are unhurried, with ample time to ask questions and feel supported.

• 3-Week Nurse Phone Review (20 min)

• 6-Week Clinic Review (45 min)

• 4-Month Clinic Review (45 min)

• 6-Month Clinic Review (45 min)

• Our routine follow-up fees are capped at $1200. Our 3-week phone reviews are complimentary. After Medicare rebates, out-of-pocket costs are around $750 – or $150 if you have reached the Safety Net.

• We do not charge any additional fees for advice and questions between appointments, as well as access to Nest Notes – our evidence-based library of newborn care guides.

Welcoming a baby is one of life’s most transformative moments – exciting, emotional, and often overwhelming. At Nest, we believe that meaningful support should begin before your baby arrives.

That’s why we offer something unique: bulk-billed antenatal video consults, giving you the opportunity to meet us ahead of time. These gentle, unhurried conversations are about building trust, easing uncertainty, and laying the foundations for a confident start.

28 Week Video Consult (20 min)

This is your chance to meet us early, get ahead of any worries, and feel more prepared – so when the time comes, you know exactly who’s caring for your baby and what to expect.

We typically cover:

• Introducing our team and explaining how Nest works

• Your pregnancy journey so far, and any concerns or complications

• Planning ahead for care during and after delivery

• Answering questions about newborn health, feeding, and early adjustment

36 Week Video Consult (20 min)

Held in the final stages of pregnancy to prepare for birth and the newborn period:

• What to expect in the first hours and days after birth

• Feeding plans, sleep, and normal newborn behaviour

• Discussing preferences, expectations, and early parenting questions

• Clarifying our hospital care pathway and follow-up schedule

No Cost, Just Support

There’s no out-of-pocket cost – our antenatal consults are fully bulk-billed through Medicare. For us, it’s about beginning your journey with connection and clarity – so when the time comes, you already know who’s caring for your baby, and what to expect.

We’re here to walk with you from the very beginning – with calm, compassionate care that begins before birth.

Nest provides direct, specialist care for babies born at Gold Coast Private Hospital – including hands-on reviews, 24/7 availability, and seamless collaboration with midwives and maternity staff. Led by a neonatologist, our care brings NICU-level expertise to the bedside of every baby, allowing us to safely support a wider range of newborns – including smaller, more complex, and unexpectedly unwell babies who may otherwise require tertiary public hospital care.

Our goal is to ensure your baby’s transition to life outside the womb is safe, smooth, and supported, while giving you space to begin your parenting journey with confidence. Nest operates solely at Gold Coast Private and our clinic rooms are adjacent to the hospital – allowing for close collaboration with maternity staff, rapid response to concerns, and seamless continuity between hospital and follow-up care.

Initial Review (Day 0–1)

We attend your baby’s birth if needed or otherwise review your baby shortly after delivery. Even in well babies, this early review offers reassurance and helps detect issues before they escalate.

This first assessment includes:

• A full newborn examination

• Monitoring early adaptation (breathing, tone, colour, reflexes)

• Identifying concerns like temperature instability or poor feeding

• Answering early parental questions

• Creating a personalised care plan

Progress Review (Day 1–3)

We work closely with the midwifery team to coordinate care, support you with practical guidance, and answer questions in an unhurried way.

In the first few days, we review your baby’s:

• Feeding, hydration and weight gain

• Jaundice, urine/stool output and settling

• Development of any new or evolving concerns

Discharge Review (Day 3–5)

We aim to leave you feeling prepared and confident to take your baby home. Before heading home, we complete a second detailed examination to:

• Confirm weight gain and feeding establishment

• Address any unresolved concerns

• Provide guidance on what’s normal – and what’s not – in the early weeks

• Plan follow-up care and ensure you know how to reach us

Continuity, Confidence and Calm

Throughout your stay, we remain available 24/7 for any concerns – from jaundice and vomiting to unsettled behaviour or simply a sense that something’s not right. Midwives contact us directly if needed, and we stay in daily communication with the team, adjusting care in real time.

Even outside of scheduled visits, your baby is under expert oversight. And if we’re ever unexpectedly unavailable, our trusted network of locum cover ensures your baby remains in experienced hands.

The early weeks and months after birth can be both beautiful and challenging. At Nest, our care extends far beyond discharge – with structured reviews and flexible support to help you feel confident, informed and never alone.

Because your baby’s early development deserves more than a quick check, our model draws on NICU-grade follow-up – providing expert insight, longer appointments, and a calm, supportive space to ask questions and explore concerns before they escalate.

Our clinic is located at RDX Lumina, a new state-of-the-art health and research facility next door to Gold Coast Private Hospital. With private rooms, a dedicated waiting area, easy pram access and space for siblings to play, we’ve designed every detail to make your visit as smooth and family-friendly as possible – because we know how big it can be just to get out the door with a baby.

3-Week Phone Review (20 min)

A scheduled check-in with Alyssa, our experienced paediatric nurse, offered at no cost. This gentle conversation often aligns with the “three-week dip” – a time when questions, fatigue or feeding concerns commonly arise.

Topics we often cover:

• Feeding, sleep and settling

• Early growth and weight gain

• Tailored tips and reassurance

• Planning for follow-up or extra support

6-Week Clinic Review (45 min)

Your first in-person review at our RDX rooms. This extended session goes far beyond a standard check-up – offering a chance to assess your baby’s health and development in depth, address any concerns, and strengthen your confidence as a parent.

We typically include:

• Full physical and developmental assessment

• Review of feeding, growth, digestion and sleep

• Parental wellbeing and emotional adjustment

• Personalised guidance and reassurance

4-Month Clinic Review (45 min)

This important milestone visit is a core part of our follow-up schedule at Nest. It captures a stage of rapid change – often missed if care ends at six weeks – and helps ensure your baby’s development is progressing as expected.

We typically cover:

• Motor and social development

• Starting solids and feeding transitions

• Sleep changes and regressions

• Milestone tracking and early identification of any red flags

• Personalised guidance for the months ahead

6-Month Clinic Review (45 min)

Your baby’s final Nest visit marks a moment of celebration – and a final opportunity to check in before your care with us wraps up. This review helps ensure your baby’s early journey is complete, with clarity around development, feeding, and emotional wellbeing.

We focus on:

• Fine and gross motor milestones

• Social and communication development

• Feeding progression and family mealtime dynamics

• Emotional regulation, temperament and play

• Planning for future care if needed – and reflecting on how far you’ve come

This final review is designed to close the loop on your baby’s early care journey with confidence, reassurance and support.

Continued Access and Support

Between visits, you’re never on your own. Nest combines specialist-level care with personal continuity – so whether you’re after reassurance, clarification or just a listening ear, we’re always here.

You’ll have:

• Continuous email availability for questions and concerns

• Extra appointments if needed

• Access to Nest Notes, our trusted clinical guide library

We welcome referrals from GPs and other health professionals seeking specialist care for newborns and young infants.

Anand is a neonatologist – a paediatrician with the highest level of training in newborn medicine, including neonatal intensive care, retrieval, and early developmental follow-up. He has cared for thousands of babies across high-acuity and outpatient settings. Together with Alyssa, a paediatric nurse, our team offers responsive, family-centred care that bridges hospital and home.

Nest provides continuity-based care from birth to six months – filling the gap between discharge and general paediatric follow-up. We also care for privately insured babies born at Gold Coast Private Hospital, including birth attendance, daily reviews, and discharge planning.

We pride ourselves on care that’s timely, personal, and easy to access – and we aim to make referring as simple and seamless as possible.

Referral Scope

We’re happy to review any newborn or infant concern, from the simple to the complex. Common reasons for referral include:

• Feeding difficulties or unsettled behaviour

• Jaundice, weight gain or early growth concerns

• Prematurity or complex birth history

• NICU/SCN follow-up

• Developmental concerns in early infancy

• Parental anxiety or questions about “what’s normal”

• Antenatal counselling for fetal concerns or high-risk pregnancies

• Families seeking continuity of care from a newborn specialist

Access & Appointments

Our clinic offers:

• Bulk-billed antenatal video consults

• In-hospital care for babies born at Gold Coast Private Hospital

• Clinic-based follow-up at 6 weeks, 4 months, and 6 months (or as needed)

• Urgent newborn reviews, typically within 24–48 hours

All families also receive access to Nest Notes – our freely available online resource offering practical, evidence-based guidance on newborn care, feeding, settling, and what to expect at each stage. It’s a helpful source of reassurance for families between reviews – and something you’re welcome to point patients toward, even if they’re not seeing us directly.

How to Refer

Referrals can be sent via:

• Secure messaging: [Insert platform and ID]

• Email: hello@nestnewborn.com.au

• Halaxy: Search Associate Professor Anand Ramineni – Nest Newborn Clinic

A standard GP referral is valid for 12 months and enables Medicare-rebatable care. Our admin team is available to support families with bookings, rebates, and expectations.

Our Commitment to You

We value collaborative, communicative care. You can expect:

• Prompt acknowledgement of referrals

• Clear, timely feedback after appointments

• Guidance around shared follow-up or co-management

• A positive, consistent experience for your patients

If you’d like to discuss a case, clarify scope, or learn more about our model – we’re always happy to connect. Thank you for the trust you place in us. We look forward to working together.

Nest Notes is our digital resource hub – a collection of trusted, clinician-written guides to support families through the early months. It’s designed to complement our care with clear, practical advice on newborn topics like feeding, sleep, reflux, development, and what to expect at each stage.

Expert Guidance, Freely Shared

Nest Notes is freely available on our website for all families – whether you’re already seeing us or simply looking for expert newborn guidance. You don’t need to be a patient to access it, and we encourage GPs and health professionals to share it with families who may benefit.

Do Nest Notes replace medical advice?

No – Nest Notes provides general information only and isn’t a substitute for personalised medical care. If you have specific concerns or need advice tailored to your baby, we’re always here to help directly.

We work closely with a trusted network of allied health professionals who specialise in infant care. As part of your journey with Nest, we may recommend or coordinate support from:

• Lactation consultants

• Paediatric physiotherapists

• Speech and occupational therapists

• Infant dietitians

• Tongue tie and circumcision providers

These partnerships allow us to offer your baby truly holistic care, tailored to their individual needs.