Introduction
The Postpartum Unit at Punalur THQ Hospital provides compassionate care for new mothers and their newborns in the critical hours and days following delivery. Staffed by trained nurses, obstetricians, and pediatric support, the unit ensures maternal recovery, lactation support, newborn care, and postpartum monitoring in a safe, hygienic, and mother-friendly environment.
Dr Shambu
MD Pyschiatry
Head of the department Psychiatry and De-addiction
Our Services
Family Planning Services
Postpartum counseling and provision of contraceptive options to support informed decisions on birth spacing and reproductive health.
Universal Immunization Programme
Delivery of life-saving vaccines to newborns and children as per national schedule to prevent vaccine-preventable diseases.
Discharge Counseling and Follow-Up Planning
Detailed counseling on newborn care, maternal health, danger signs, follow-up appointments, and family planning before hospital discharge.
Referral for Special Newborn Care
Timely referral of at-risk or ill newborns to NICU or SNCU for advanced evaluation and care.
Management of Postpartum Complications
Early detection and treatment of postpartum hemorrhage, infections, hypertension, and other complications to reduce maternal morbidity.
Pain Management and Monitoring
Timely administration of safe analgesics and monitoring of pain levels for optimal maternal comfort and functional recovery.
Family Education on Infant Handling
Hands-on instruction for caregivers on safe infant holding, bathing, diapering, feeding, and recognizing warning signs in newborns.
Emotional and Psychological Support
Supportive counseling for postpartum anxiety, baby blues, or depression, ensuring maternal mental well-being and confidence in newborn care.
Counseling on Breastfeeding & Nutrition
Guidance on exclusive breastfeeding, maternal diet, and infant feeding techniques to promote healthy growth and mother–child bonding.
Post-Caesarean Section Care
Focused post-operative care including wound assessment, pain control, mobility support, and infection prevention after cesarean delivery.
Our Services
Family Planning Services
Postpartum counseling and provision of contraceptive options to support informed decisions on birth spacing and reproductive health.
Universal Immunization Programme
Delivery of life-saving vaccines to newborns and children as per national schedule to prevent vaccine-preventable diseases.
Discharge Counseling and Follow-Up Planning
Detailed counseling on newborn care, maternal health, danger signs, follow-up appointments, and family planning before hospital discharge.
Referral for Special Newborn Care
Timely referral of at-risk or ill newborns to NICU or SNCU for advanced evaluation and care.
Management of Postpartum Complications
Early detection and treatment of postpartum hemorrhage, infections, hypertension, and other complications to reduce maternal morbidity.
Pain Management and Monitoring
Timely administration of safe analgesics and monitoring of pain levels for optimal maternal comfort and functional recovery.
Family Education on Infant Handling
Hands-on instruction for caregivers on safe infant holding, bathing, diapering, feeding, and recognizing warning signs in newborns.
Emotional and Psychological Support
Supportive counseling for postpartum anxiety, baby blues, or depression, ensuring maternal mental well-being and confidence in newborn care.
Counseling on Breastfeeding & Nutrition
Guidance on exclusive breastfeeding, maternal diet, and infant feeding techniques to promote healthy growth and mother–child bonding.
Post-Caesarean Section Care
Focused post-operative care including wound assessment, pain control, mobility support, and infection prevention after cesarean delivery.
Newborn Care and Initial Immunization
Essential newborn care including warmth, hygiene, breastfeeding initiation, and first-dose vaccines per national immunization schedule.
Post-Delivery Observation and Recovery
Continuous monitoring of mother’s vital signs, bleeding, and recovery after childbirth to ensure stability and early complication detection.
Our Doctors
Dr Shambu Sugathan
MBBS, MD Psychiatry , Junior Consultant
Department : Department of Psychiatry and De-addiction
Our Doctors
Dr Subash S
Junior Consultant
Department : Department of Surgical
Dr Abiya Kunjumon
HMC
Department : Department of Casualty / Emergency Medicine
Dr Amala Das
(NHM)
Department : Department of Casualty / Emergency Medicine
Dr Arun Kumar T S
(NHM)
Department : Department of Casualty / Emergency Medicine
Dr Jayasurya P
AD-HOC Medical Officer
Department : Department of Anesthesiology
Dr Ajith David Thampi
MD, Diabetology, DM Neurology
Department : Department of Neurology
Dr Bhagya A S
Casualty Medical Officer
Department : Department of Casualty / Emergency Medicine
Dr Bismil Aisha Basheer
Casualty Medical Officer
Department : Department of Casualty / Emergency Medicine
Dr Lovely
Junior Consultant in ENT
Department : Department of ENT
Dr Jisha R Raju
(NHM)
Department : Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dr Vijaynath R
MBBS, MS (ENT), Specialist (N H M)
Department : Department of ENT
P. S. Supal
MLA Punalur
Department : Department of Anesthesiology
Dr K R Sunilkumar
Superintendent
Department : Department of Anesthesiology
Sreeja M
Nursing Superintendent
Department : Department of Anesthesiology
Athulya S
Public Relation Officer (PRO)
Department : Department of Anesthesiology
Sujith Kumar S R
Lay Secretary and Treasurer
Department : Department of Anesthesiology
Dr Pramod A
MBBS , DLO , Consultant
Department : Department of ENT
Dr Resmi N R
MBBS , MS , DNB (Gynac), Junior Consultant
Department : Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dr Rehana Mashoodh K
MBBS , Casualty Medical Officer
Department : Department of Casualty / Emergency Medicine
Dr Arun V R
BDS , MDS (Orthodontics) , Dental Assistant Surgeon
Department : Department of Dental
Dr Vidhusree S Nair
MBBS , DNB , MNAMS (Dermatology) , Junior Consultant
Department : Department of Dermatology
Dr Gireesh G S
MBBS , MD , DM (Cardio)
Department : Department of Cardiology
Dr Sunil R
MBBS , MS , MCH (Uro)
Department : Department of Urology
Dr Bismitha Salim
BDS , MDS (Periodontist)
Department : Department of Dental
Dr Divyasree H K
MBBS , MS (Gynac), Junior Consultant
Department : Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dr K S Muhsina
MBBS , AD-HOC Medical Officer
Department : Department of Casualty / Emergency Medicine
Dr A J Devi Lekshmi
MBBS , (NHM)
Department : Department of Casualty / Emergency Medicine
Dr Merin Robin
BDS , HMC
Department : Department of Dental
Dr Ancy J Crystal
MBBS , MB (RT) , Casuality Medical Officer
Department : Department of Oncology
Dr Jasim Salim
MBBS , D.Ortho , DNB ,Junior Consultant
Department : Department of Orthopedics
Dr Firoz Majeed
MBBS , D.Ortho , DNB , Assistant Surgeon
Department : Department of Orthopedics
Dr Anjaly S R
MBBS , DO DNB (Opht) , Junior Consultant
Department : Department of Ophthalmology
Dr Mahima Munaf
MBBS , DLO (ENT), Casuality Medical Officer
Department : Department of ENT
Dr Sreekanth P
MBBS , MD (Med) Junior Consultant
Department : Department of General Medicine
Dr Surabhi Nair
MBBS , HMC
Department : Department of Casualty / Emergency Medicine
Dr Karam Chand B
MBBS , DCH , MD (Med) , Consultant
Department : Department of General Medicine
Dr Manuraj V S
MBBS , MD (Anesthasia), Junior Consultant
Department : Department of Anesthesiology
Dr Jaya Dev
BAMS , MBBS (NHM)
Department : Department of Casualty / Emergency Medicine
Dr Hima M S
MBBS , MD (Med) ,Junior Consultant in General Medicine
Department : Department of General Medicine
Dr Surjith Kumar P
MBBS , DCH , Junior Consultant
Department : Department of Pediatrics
Dr Mary Sanshya
MBBS , MD (Transfusion Medicine), Junior Consultant
Department : Department of Blood Bank and Blood Transfusion
Dr Sumithra Nair
MBBS , DNB (RT) , Junior Consultant
Department : Department of Oncology
Dr Deepa K M
MBBS , DPMR , Junior Consultant
Department : Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PMR)
Dr Jisha Ann Sunu
MBBS , HMC
Department : Department of Casualty / Emergency Medicine
Dr Amjitha S
MBBS , HMC
Department : Department of Casualty / Emergency Medicine
Dr Abhilash K Thomas
DCH , DNB (ped), Junior Consultant
Department : Department of Pediatrics
Dr Sreejith MG
MBBS , MD , DM (Nephro) , Consultant
Department : Department of Nephrology
Dr Shambu Sugathan
MBBS, MD Psychiatry , Junior Consultant
Department : Department of Psychiatry and De-addiction
Advanced Medical Infrastructure
Emergency Resuscitation Facilities for Mother & Baby
Essential resuscitation equipment like Ambu bags, oxygen, and suction units to manage postpartum or neonatal emergencies immediately.
Breastfeeding Counseling Area
Private, calm space for lactation support, one-on-one counseling, and education on proper breastfeeding techniques.
Infant Warming and Monitoring Equipment
Thermal cradles and monitoring devices to maintain newborn temperature, check vital signs, and detect early signs of distress.
Separate Area for Normal and Cesarean Deliveries
Physically distinct zones to manage different postpartum recovery needs and reduce cross-contamination between surgical and non-surgical cases.
Dedicated Postpartum Ward with Mother-Newborn Beds
Comfortable, hygienic ward designed for rooming-in, promoting mother-infant bonding and round-the-clock monitoring after delivery.
Facilities
Well-maintained Cleanliness and Security
Regular sanitation, disinfection routines, and secured access ensure patient safety, infection control, and family peace of mind.
Access to Neonatal and Gynecology Specialists
Round-the-clock consultation and referral access to pediatricians and obstetricians for managing complications and providing expert postpartum care.
24/7 Nursing Support
Trained nursing staff available at all hours to monitor recovery, assist in care, and provide emotional and clinical support.
Advanced Medical Infrastructure
Emergency Resuscitation Facilities for Mother & Baby
Essential resuscitation equipment like Ambu bags, oxygen, and suction units to manage postpartum or neonatal emergencies immediately.
Breastfeeding Counseling Area
Private, calm space for lactation support, one-on-one counseling, and education on proper breastfeeding techniques.
Infant Warming and Monitoring Equipment
Thermal cradles and monitoring devices to maintain newborn temperature, check vital signs, and detect early signs of distress.
Separate Area for Normal and Cesarean Deliveries
Physically distinct zones to manage different postpartum recovery needs and reduce cross-contamination between surgical and non-surgical cases.
Dedicated Postpartum Ward with Mother-Newborn Beds
Comfortable, hygienic ward designed for rooming-in, promoting mother-infant bonding and round-the-clock monitoring after delivery.
Facilities
Well-maintained Cleanliness and Security
Regular sanitation, disinfection routines, and secured access ensure patient safety, infection control, and family peace of mind.
Access to Neonatal and Gynecology Specialists
Round-the-clock consultation and referral access to pediatricians and obstetricians for managing complications and providing expert postpartum care.
24/7 Nursing Support
Trained nursing staff available at all hours to monitor recovery, assist in care, and provide emotional and clinical support.
Timings and Schedules
Timings and Schedules
Achievements
Best Psychiatry Department
Achievements
Best Psychiatry Department
Most Number of Donation
Get in touch with Us
We are always committed to addressing your queries promptly and supporting your health and well-being with care and dedication.
Timing
8:00 AM to 4 PM
Call Us
+91 1234567890
Email Us
superintendent@
thqhpunalur.com
Visit Us
GOVT HOSPITAL PUNALUR,Panamkuttymala, Punalur, Kerala 691305
Get in touch with Us
We are always committed to addressing your queries promptly and supporting your health and well-being with care and dedication.
Timing
8:00 AM to 4 PM
Call Us
+91 1234567890
Email Us
superintendent@
thqhpunalur.com
Visit Us
GOVT HOSPITAL PUNALUR,Panamkuttymala, Punalur, Kerala 691305