Your Guide to welcoming New Life in Japan

Once your pregnancy is confirmed at the hospital, visit your local city or ward office to submit a pregnancy notification form.

After confirming your pregnancy, make sure to attend regular prenatal checkups.

If the hospital where you are receiving prenatal checkups does not have delivery facilities,  you will need to get a referral to a...

1.Cost The cost of childbirth in Japan typically ranges from ¥550,000 to ¥750,000. This amount can vary depending on: The delivery style...

You can find consultation services for general daily life on this website: TIPS for Tokyo Life

Find and join organizations in your area, such as international exchange centers or groups that support and connect with foreign...

Maternal and parenting classes are often offered at the hospital where you plan to give birth or at local health centers, primarily...

Items Needed for Procedures Maternal and Child Health Handbook Seal (Hanko) Health Insurance Card Money Maternity Clinic Appointment Card...

Start with the Essentials. What items are essential for the high-priority activities of "sleeping, nursing, diapering, bathing, and...

It is common for signs of labor to appear after the 37th week of pregnancy. If you experience regular contractions , small amounts of...

Around the 5th week of pregnancy, morning sickness often begins and typically lasts until about the 16th week. It can be mentally...

A Health Center is a facility that provides comprehensive health services to community residents, including maternal and child health...

Submit a Birth Registration within 14 Days of Birth to the City or Ward Office Where You Reside Required Items: Birth registration form...

1. Postpartum Care Facilities Postpartum care facilities provide support for mothers by assisting with childcare and offering mental and...

After submitting the birth registration, the health center will contact you to schedule a newborn home visit. During the visit, a midwife...

The one-month checkup is conducted at the hospital where the baby was born and includes examinations for both the mother and the baby....

From the second month, your child will begin receiving vaccinations. You will receive vaccination coupons addressed to your child from...

Depending on the municipality, this checkup may be conducted at a health center or a designated medical institution. You will receive...

When to start introducing solid foods Start around 5~6 months, depending on the baby's situation. Signs your baby is ready for solid...

As children grow, many parents may feel concerns about their development. You might wonder: Is my child hard to care for? Are they...