HBAC savings plan how much $$$$ will I need

[Jellybean29]

Hey all,
Although I wont be ttc again for 2yrs, I really want a HBAC.
I was thinking of starting a savings account to prepare for the costs of a private midwife and doula. How much should I aim to save? Will medicare cover anything? (like ultrasounds and antenatal appt). Should I get private health insurance or is the rebate so small am I better just saving the money myself?

I'm in Adelaide Northern suburbs.

[Lady-bug]

Hi BBB,

I've recently had a HBAC and it was the BEST decision I've ever made. Ours cost around $4,500. Thats an IM with a back up and a Doula. I didn't include ultrasounds etc, and we didn't get any back on medicare, although I never looked into it to see if we would. We don't have PHI either.

To be honest I would pay double to have my baby at home. There was simply no way I was going back to hospital. Good luck!!

[Jellybean29]

thanks heaps for the reply