Bonitas Member Magazine Issue 1. 2020 | Page 5

We believe that as an expecting mom your pregnancy should be a unique and joyful experience. Through targeted support during each trimester, pregnancy education and specific related engagements, via telephone and digital channels, we aim to help you achieve this. With our new Maternity Programme, we hope to improve the health of moms-to-be and, as a result, reduce the number of complications. To register for the programme, call 087 056 9888 and have your membership number on hand. PREGNANCY EDUCATION EMAILS You’ll also receive emails on a weekly basis for the duration of your pregnancy to help you prepare for the birth. These emails will be stage appropriate and cover topics such as preparing for childbirth, normal delivery vs caesarean, breast care, breast feeding, nutrition, etc. BONITAS BABY BAG We give all pregnant members a beautiful baby bag to congratulate you on the arrival of your bundle of joy. The baby bag is packed with goodies for you and your newborn. This may include nappies, baby wipes, a blanket or toy, bath products, toiletries and other items*. To register for your baby bag, you must be at least 24 weeks pregnant and have obtained pre-authorisation for your delivery. *Contents dependent on availability DIGITAL WEBINARS AND EVENTS Twice a month there will be digital webinars and region specific events that will cover various aspects of maternity and baby care. Once you have registered for the Maternity Programme, you will be informed via email or SMS about the details of the webinars and events. You’ll be able to access the webinars through a link from the Bonitas website. MATERNITY CARE BENEFITS We also offer the following maternity benefits* to our members: • • • • • • Up to 12 consultations during pregnancy 2 x 2D ultrasound scans 1 amniocentesis Antenatal Classes 4 consultations with a midwife after delivery (1 of these can be with a lactation specialist) New born hearing screening *Plan dependent (Excludes BonCap) BABY VOUCHERS GIFT VOUCHER As a mom-to-be you’ll have access to the Bonitas voucher platform to redeem vouchers (specific to baby care) from our partners every month, so you can save on baby essentials and put more money in your pocket. Page 4