Cover my maternity costs

Are you expecting your first child or expanding your family?

From a positive pregnancy test to the arrival of your baby, your health needs will have changed. To make the most of this experience, you can adjust your insurance coverage. Discover our advice for every step of your maternity journey.

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Expecting a new arrival?

Congratulations! This is a very special time in your life, and you should be getting plenty of care and attention. But this wonderful news has probably also left you with a lot of questions, both medical and financial.

Read our advice on how to find the right insurance for your pregnancy and anticipate your future needs.

What coverage does maternity insurance offer during pregnancy in Switzerland?

Basic health insurance covers the following care:

  • Check-ups by a doctor: seven check-ups and two ultrasound scans during a pregnancy without complications.
  • Supplemental check-ups and ultrasound scans during a high-risk pregnancy.
  • Amniocentesis or chorionic villus sampling for pregnant women over 35 or younger women with a comparable risk.
  • Blood tests for detecting chromosomal anomalies if testing reveals an increased risk of Down syndrome.
  • Contribution of CHF 150 towards an individual or group prenatal class given by a midwife.
  • Exclusive for Groupe Mutuel policyholders: we refund up to CHF 175 for a Philips Avent single electronic breast pump and up to CHF 340 for a Philips Avent double electronic breast pump. Find out more about this offer

Which check-ups take place during pregnancy?

A number of different check-ups will take place during your pregnancy. These are scheduled based on the weeks of amenorrhea (WA) – i.e., the number of weeks since the first day of your last period. The seven check-ups and two ultrasound scans scheduled as part of a normal pregnancy are covered by your basic health insurance. They include:

  • 9th WA: The first consultation, during which your gynaecologist will confirm the pregnancy (if necessary, via a blood test) and check everything is going well.
  • 12th–14th WA: Ultrasound to determine due date.
  • 15th–18th WA: Second consultation with blood test, optional vaccinations, and discussion to prepare for the birth.
  • 20th–21st WA: Morphology scan and screening for Down syndrome.
  • 24th–26th WA: Third consultation with blood test, optional vaccination, and discussion to prepare for the birth.
  • 30th–32nd WA: Fourth consultation with blood test and optional vaccination.
  • 34th–36th WA: Fifth consultation with blood test and optional vaccination.
  • 37th–39th WA: Sixth consultation with blood test and optional vaccination.
  • 40th–41st WA: Seventh consultation with blood test and optional vaccination.
Our supplemental insurance plans cover requirements that aren’t included in basic health insurance, allowing you to see a specialist as often as you like to keep track of your baby’s development.

Please do not hesitate to ask one of our advisers
to help you choose your supplemental insurance plan

Supplemental insurance allows you to cover your needs when they are not or only partially covered by the basic health insurance. Discover our range of supplemental insurance solutions and find the coverage that suits your lifestyle.

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It’s important to look after yourself during pregnancy

You’re carrying a new life. And because you’re completely focused on the tiny baby developing at breathtaking speed, it’s only natural to forget about yourself occasionally. During this special time, however, the most important person is actually you!

Your physical and mental wellbeing have a direct impact on your baby. So make sure you rest, relax, and take good care of yourself. Supplemental insurance allows you to enjoy additional benefits, including:

  • Access to alternative medicine to prepare your body to give birth as comfortably as possible.
  • Psychotherapy sessions to soothe your mind and prepare you to become a new mother or welcome another child.
  • Childcare for sick older siblings to make sure you have time to rest.
  • Access to supplemental pregnancy check-ups for additional peace of mind on your baby’s development.

Discover our supplemental insurance plans for additional support during your pregnancy

Complementary therapies and benefits
Alternative medicine

Do you wish to use natural medicine treatment methods? Discover our supplemental insurance plans that cover therapies administered by therapists and doctors. Alternative medicine is good for your health and... your budget!

Alternative medicine

Combined solution with hospitalisation in a private ward
Global privée

Global privée is a combined supplemental insurance solution. One single insurance combines hospitalisation in the private ward of a hospital or clinic with high-level supplemental healthcare benefits.

Global privée

Travelling while pregnant

Mundo supplemental insurance provides you with comprehensive coverage on holidays and trips around the globe. It includes annual coverage of up to CHF 100,000 if you fall ill or have an accident abroad. Thanks to Mundo, you can travel with complete peace of mind.

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Giving birth is a unique experience!

You are about to meet your baby. This little human being that has been growing inside you for months is about to show its face and you are about to experience a unique event in your life together. So that you can enjoy this moment to the full, here is some advice on how to plan your delivery and anticipate the days ahead.

When should I start preparing for childbirth?

It’s never too early to start planning your childbirth. Where, with whom, how, and what next? There are many aspects to consider in order to welcome your baby in the best conditions. And who better than yourself can define these “best conditions”? Talk to your gynaecologist about your ideal birth. Together, you will be able to find out what your possibilities are and what is best for your baby.

You have several possibilities for your birth, but remember to plan ahead for insurance coverage:

  • At home, in a birthing centre or in hospital, you can choose how you wish to give birth provided you have the consent of your doctor.
  • If you choose to give birth at home, be sure to have a medical professional at your side. In case of complications, you will be glad to rely on their expertise.
  • If you wish to benefit from the comfort of a clinic, you must have taken out supplemental insurance. Otherwise, you will not be reimbursed for any additional bills other than those you would have had in hospital.
  • You can go home after having given birth without spending the night in hospital, if your postpartum health and that of your baby allow it.

Childbirth preparation courses:

We explain how the costs of this important step are covered:

  • The basic health insurance covers the costs of childbirth preparation courses up to a maximum of CHF 150.
  • For women who have a planned caesarean section, some hospitals offer childbirth preparation courses adapted to their situation.
  • Breastfeeding advice given by midwives or nurses is reimbursed by the basic health insurance.

What to include in your birth plan

Giving birth is a joyful moment but also a stressful one for the mother. Here are some tips on how to plan ahead:

  • Prepare your suitcase for the maternity ward well in advance. If your water breaks unexpectedly, you may be in too much of a hurry to remember anything.
  • If you are a couple, talk about your expectations and the place that the other person will have on the big day. All eyes are on you, but your other half is also going through a big upheaval.
  • Ask for a single room if you are insured for a private ward. It will be all the more enjoyable to meet your baby alone.
  • Manage your visitors and be firm. Ask your family and friends to stick to certain times and to let you know before they visit. You may feel extremely tired following the birth and you don't have to share your baby with others right away.
  • If you don’t want visitors, you have the right to say so. Tell your family and friends openly about your choice. Those who have already had children will certainly understand.
  • Ask any questions that come to mind. Never hesitate to ask a health professional for advice. When you return home, if you are insured with Groupe Mutuel, do not hesitate to call the telemedicine hotline 24/7 whenever you need help.

Please do not hesitate to ask one of our advisers
to help you choose your supplemental insurance plan

Supplemental insurance allows you to cover your needs when they are not or only partially covered by the basic health insurance. Discover our range of supplemental insurance solutions and find the coverage that suits your lifestyle.

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Choose to be comfortable and meet your baby in the best possible conditions

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PrimaFlex

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Preparing yourself to return home

After months of being pregnant and enjoying all the attention and after having given birth, you are now back home. All eyes are on your baby. However, for you, the journey is far from over. In addition to your responsibilities towards your newborn, you have to recover and, for those who decide to do so, manage breastfeeding.

To help you, your basic health insurance will pay for regular home visits by a midwife. These sessions will help to assess your recovery, treat any wounds you may have, support you in breastfeeding and ensure that everything is going well with your baby (weight gain, size, etc).

You will also be entitled to physiotherapy sessions to rehabilitate your perineum. These treatments are important and can prevent you from suffering from bladder weakness or more serious complications, such as prolapse.

A number of other treatments can be very helpful during the postpartum period and are covered by the Global Classic supplemental insurance:

  • Psychological support
  • Childcare
  • Fitness sessions
  • Alternative care (such as osteopathy)

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Even before your baby is born, you’re already doing all you can to protect them:

Adjusting your diet and habits, going for check-ups at the gynaecologist, and making your home as cosy as possible for the new arrival. You can also start planning for your baby’s healthcare and benefit from all the advantages of prenatal insurance.

Learn how and when to insure your baby to guarantee they have the best health coverage from the moment they arrive.

How do I insure my baby?

Basic health insurance is mandatory for all Swiss residents, including newborn babies. If you haven’t already found a policy during pregnancy, you will need to do so before the baby is three months old.

Although supplemental health insurance is optional, it allows you to cover specific maternity needs, including:

  • Osteopathy sessions to help recover after childbirth.
  • Physiotherapy sessions, which some parents find helpful for babies with colic.
  • A single room in a private ward for you and your baby in the event of a hospital stay.
  • Your choice of doctor, clinic or specialist if there are any health problems.
  • Healthcare coverage abroad for your holidays.

The advantages of prenatal insurance

Prenatal insurance allows you to take out mandatory and supplemental health insurance for your child before they are born. You can choose from the entire range of policies on offer – just as you would for a child that has already been born – and enjoy exclusive benefits, including:

  • No premiums to pay before the baby is born.
  • No health questionnaire to complete when taking out supplemental insurance.
  • No risk of being refused supplemental insurance, even in the event of congenital disorders or muscle weakness at birth.

Which health insurance should I choose for my baby?

  • Choose a basic health insurance model (either the standard model or an alternative model, which we recommend to save money on your premiums).
  • Include accident coverage.
  • Complement the coverage based on your needs by adding one or more supplemental insurance plans.
  • This will guarantee your child receives the best care possible.

Advantages of health insurance for children at Groupe Mutuel

  • The lowest premiums on the market in some Swiss cantons.
  • 24-hour telemedicine hotline
  • Customer app and user area to manage you and your child’s insurance.
  • Supplemental insurance specially designed for children

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Learn about basic health insurance models for your baby

An alternative insurance model to suit your needs
PrimaFlex

Pharmacy, telemedicine or family doctor: you decide! Discover the only basic health insurance in Switzerland that actively promotes health prevention and rewards your choices by offering attractive premium discounts and not charging the deductible on certain benefits.

PrimaFlex

Freedom in choosing your basic insurance
Standard

The standard model provides the freedom you require: it both allows you to choose your preferred doctor in all medical matters and covers the standard benefits according to the Swiss Federal Law on Health Insurance (LAMal/KVG).

Standard

Please do not hesitate to ask one of our advisers
to help you choose your supplemental insurance plan

Supplemental insurance allows you to cover your needs when they are not or only partially covered by the basic health insurance. Discover our range of supplemental insurance solutions and find the coverage that suits your lifestyle.

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Protect your baby from the moment they arrive

Discover our guide and learn all about prenatal insurance and providing for your child’s future.

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