Normal delivery in Kolkata costs Rs 30,000-1.5 lakh at private hospitals. C-section ranges from Rs 60,000-2.5 lakh. Premium maternity packages with private rooms cost more. Most maternity insurance plans have separate sub-limits.
The top IVF centres in Kolkata have high cycle volumes and transparent success rate publishing (per ESHRE format). IVF success depends heavily on patient age and cause of infertility — always discuss expected outcomes for your case.
Most major maternity hospitals in Kolkata offer painless delivery (epidural). Confirm 24x7 anaesthetist availability before booking — epidural requires immediate anaesthetist presence which not all hospitals guarantee at night.
Many leading maternity centres in Kolkata are BFHI (Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative) certified or follow similar protocols. They provide lactation consultants, rooming-in, and avoid formula promotion. Ask about BFHI status before booking.