Tender Touch Mother & Baby Clinic
Cape Town, ZA
About
Tender Touch Mother & Baby Clinic is based in Kirstenhof, in the southern suburbs of Cape Town. Run by Registered Nurse & Midwife, Megan Benn, the clinic offers expectant and parents a wealth of support and assistance with their babies and toddlers, including: Antenatal & Parent Preparation Classes; Postnatal home visits; Breastfeeding assessments, support & advice, Baby weighing and wellness checks; Vaccines (state vaccines available); Developmental screening; Baby care and advice including sleeping, feeding and routines. Megan is passionate about what she does and aims to offer a very personal and holistic approach to her care. Please visit FB/Instagram: TenderTouchCapeTown for reviews and client feedback.
Services (28)
Antenatal Consultation
Consultation before baby's birth to discuss any concerns including birth options, breastfeeding or care of newborn.
Antenatal & Parent Preparation Classes
PLEASE DO NOT BOOK ONLINE - WhatsApp me on 0835641671. This is for Information only. Please note that 2026 classes are now fully booked.
From 2027, Antenatal Classes are run on a Thursday evening from 18h45- 20h45 for 6 consecutive weeks. The course costs R3050 for the 6 weeks.
Classes are no longer held at the clinic, but have moved to The Care Collective in Tokai. Each course can take up to 10 couples.
Please contact the clinic to book your spot - 083 564 1671/ tendertouch.ct@gmail.com
Here are the dates for 2027:
14/01/2027 - 18/02/2027 - FULLY BOOKED
04/03/2027 - 08/04/2027 - 9 spots left
22/04/2027 - 27/05/2027 - 10 spots left
Pregnancy - Whooping Cough (Adacel) vaccine - state subsidised
Adacel is a Tetanus, Diphtheria & Pertussis (whooping cough) vaccine. Administered in pregnancy between 26 -36 weeks. We receive government stock of this vaccine for pregnant women only (only admin fee charged). Partners, Grandparents and other caregivers can book for the private Adacel Quadra.
Pregnancy - RSV vaccine (Abrysvo)
PLEASE NOTE: Due to the cost, stock is not kept at the clinic. We will need to order it in for you, so please allow at least a 3 day lead time for bookings. Please message us when you book so we can see if we can get stock.
The RSV vaccine (Abrysvo) is indicated for pregnant woman between 28 and 36 week gestation. Although it can be given with the Whooping cough vaccine, it is recommended that it is given at least 2 weeks apart for better efficacy.
Postnatal Home visits - Postnatal check on mom& baby and Breastfeeding Consultation
Off site
PLEASE DO NOT BOOK ONLINE. This is for information only and subject to availability. Please WhatsApp Megan directly on 083 564 1671 or email tendertouch.ct@gmail.com
x 1 Postnatal Home visit is offered after discharge from hospital. Subsequent visits are now at the clinic.
Discovery clients are able to get up to 3 subsidized postnatal visits/consults in the first 6 weeks after baby is born, subject to availability. The first visit is always at home with a surcharge of R300 and subsequent follow ups will be at the clinic for free.
To book a Home visit, please contact the clinic directly. The first visit is 1hr30- 2hrs and follow ups are 1hr.
If not with Discovery, the prices are as follows:
Sr Megan Benn: First visit R900; follow-up visit R600-750 (depending on time spent)
Sr Brigitte Williams: R1300 for 2 hours (Please book under Home visit Lactation Consultation)
Lactation Consultation with SA Certified Lactation Consultant - Sr Brigitte Williams
Sr Brigitte Williams is a Registered Nurse & Midwife, and a SACLC (South African Certified Lactation Consultant). Brigitte will assess and assist any moms who are experiencing challenging breastfeeding journeys.
She offers this service as a Home visit or clinic visit
Newborn Check- First Consultation
First newborn check/ consultation after discharge from hospital
This includes:
Full newborn assessment - full newborn health check - please book 1hr appointment
If you need breastfeeding/ Bottle feeding advice and assessment - please book the 1hr30 min appointment
Breastfeeding Consultation with Sr Megan Benn
Sr Megan Benn is a Registered Nurse & Midwife and Breastfeeding counsellor with many years experience assisting breastfeeding moms and babies.
A Breastfeeding Consultation is offered to any clients experiencing any challenges with breastfeeding, or who just want to check that all is going well with their breastfeeding journey.
All Discovery clients get a FREE breastfeeding consultation within the first 6 weeks - we will ask you to please pay upfront but a detailed invoice will be provided to submit to Discovery.
General Consultation
Follow-up and general consultations: weekly weigh ins, advice on feeding, fussy babies, sleep, routine, emotional support, starting solids, any other advice required
Baby massage classes - 4 week course
PLEASE DO NOT BOOK ONINE. This is for information only.
Come and join our 4 week baby massage classes offering postnatal support and interaction with other moms. From 6wks - 5 months
Wednesday mornings - 10am - 11h30ish
Cost: R1000 for 4 week course
Contact Megan on 083 564 1671 or tendertouch.ct@gmail.com
Dates:
29 July to 19 August 2026
2 September to 23 September 2026
30 September to 21 October 2026
4 November to 25 November 2026
Baby massage offers numerous evidence-based benefits for infants and parents, categorized into four key areas: interaction, stimulation, relaxation, and relief. Key advantages include deeper bonding, improved sleep, reduced stress, relief from colic/gas, enhanced muscular development, and boosted confidence for caregivers.
Why are group activities like baby massage so important for my new moms? Because you don't have to do this alone. Connecting with other moms combats isolation, reduces stress and anxiety, provides practical support and shared knowledge, normalizes difficult feelings, and boosts mental well-being, creating a vital support system for navigating the challenges and joys of early motherhood.
6 Week check and vaccinations - state subsidised
The 6 week vaccines:
Polio (oral)
Rotarix (oral)
PCV 1 (injection)
Hexaxim 1 (injection)
10 Week check and vaccinations - state subsidised
10 week vaccine:
Hexaxim 2 (injection)
14 Week check and vaccinations - state subsidised
The 14 week vaccines:
Rotarix 2 (oral)
PCV 2 (injection)
Hexaxim 3 (injection)
Solids Talk
PLEASE DO NOT BOOK ONLINE. This is for information only
A monthly talk for parents and caregivers on starting solids. The talk includes how to know when your baby is ready, practical tips and how to introduce allergens.
Next date: 23 June 4-5pm
Please contact Megan on 0835641671 for upcoming dates.
6 month government measles/rubella vaccine - NB only given on specific days
PLEASE DO NOT BOOK ONLINE. This is for information only.
Please note that the 6 month old vaccine, Measles/Rubella is done on specific days every month, as the government stock gives us a 10 dose vial which, when opened, has to be used on 8-10 babies in one six hour period.
Upcoming dates for the rest of 2026 (subject to change - but timeous notification will be given):
28 May 2026 - Fully booked
25 June 2026 - Fully booked
23 July 2026 - Fully booked
13 August 2026- Fully booked
3 September 2026 - Fully booked
22 September 2026 - Fully booked
8 October 2026
29 October 2026
26 November 2026
Please WhatsApp Megan directly on 083 564 1671 to book your spot
9 Month PCV vaccination - state subsidised
PCV 3 (injection) - protection against Pneumococcal bacteria.
12 months MMR (Private) - Priorix/ Omzyta
MMR - measles, mumps and rubella vaccine
12 month - MMR (Private) & Meningococcal ACWY (Private) vaccines
Measles, Mumps & Rubella vaccine can safely be given at the same time as Menquadfi -
Meningococcal meningitis vaccine against A, C, W & Y strains
12mth+ Meningococcal ACWY vaccine (private)
Menquadfi (Private) - vaccine against Meningococcal meningitis (A, C, W & Y strains).
Menquadfi replaces Menactra. It is now available as a single dose from 1yrs old
+/-15mths or older - Chicken Pox and Hepatitis A (1) vaccine (both Private)
Onvaro (Chicken Pox) and Havrix (Hepatitis A) vaccines - optional private vaccines that can be given from 12mths. A second Hepatitis A will be due 6 months after the first one.
18 mth booster - State subsidised vaccine Only - 4th Hexaxim vaccine
Hexaxim 4 (injection)
Government vaccination which covers Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis & Injectable Polio
18mth booster - State subsidised Hexaxim (6-in1) booster AND Hepatitis A private vaccine
18mth Hexaxim booster
Hepatits A -Private (optional) - if not done at 15mths
Meningococcal Meningitis Type B vaccine - Bexsero (Private) - from 4.5mths +
Bexsero is a new to South Africa (has been offered in the UK and parts of Europe for many years).
Protects against Meningococcal meningitis vaccine Serotype B. Available from 8 weeks but preferred age 4.5mths +
Babies under the age of 2 need 3 doses. The first and second dose at least 2 months apart, with a booster thereafter.
Toddlers or children over the age of 2, need 2 doses, 1-2 month apart.
If you are bringing more than one child, you can make just 1 appointment.
2 yr+ Chicken Pox and Hepatitis A (2) vaccine
Onvaro (Chicken Pox) and Hepatitis A (Havrix) vaccines - optional private vaccines. This second Hepatitis A should be at least 6 months after the first one.
Chicken Pox Vaccine (Private) from 12+months
- Highly contagious varicella-Zoster viral infection causing itchy, blistery fluid filled pustules.
- Spread via skin to skin contact, saliva, sharing cups, skin to skin and contaminated surfaced
- The virus can cause Shingles in later life
Hepatitis A Immunization (Private) from 12+months
- A highly contagious infection of the liver spread via faecal contamination of food and water
- Spread via restaurants. crèches and other food outlets
- Havrix Junior
6 yr old Booster/ Whooping Cough vaccine - Diptheria, Tetanus, Pertussis & Inactivated Polio Immunization (Private) - Adacel Quadra
Diptheria, Tetanus, Pertussis & Inactivated Polio Immunization (Private) - Adacel Quadra. Typically given at 6 years old, 12 years old and in adults needing the Whooping Cough vaccine when they have a pregnant partner.
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Immunization - Gardisal 9
Gardisal 9 strain protects against HPV
Location
Megan Benn
18 km
13 Nederburg Road
Kirstenhof, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7945, ZA