Welcome to
Catering for children aged 0 - 14 years and breastfeeding mothers.
Operating Hours:
Sunday and Public Holidays – CLOSED
Patients are seen strictly by appointment only.
18 Phillips Street, Parow Valley, Cape Town
Our Services
Medical Doctor
Breastfeeding Support
Baby Immunisations
Occupational Therapist
Social Worker & Play Therapist
Medical Hiring Service
Hiring of Mobile Baby cots
Rates for 2026
Medical Consultations (Mon-Fri mornings)
R380
Medical Consultations (Evenings and Saturdays)
R480
Medical Consultations (Telephonic consultations)
R350
Medical Consult follow-up (within 7 days)
R200
Breastfeeding Consultation (first visit)
R600
Breastfeeding Consultation Follow up (within 2 weeks)
R300
Medical forms / reports / prescriptions / referrals
R200
Nebulisation
R200
Consultation for Government-provided Vaccinations
R200
Ask us for a cash discount
Family Planning (injections only)
R200
Baby weighing (without vaccination)
R150
Private vaccinations:
- Hepatitis A (2 doses required at least 1 month apart) [R270 + R200 administration fee = R470 per dose]
- Chicken Pox (2 doses required at least 1 month apart) [R660 + R200 administration fee = R860 per dose]
- Menactra [R950 + R200 administration fee = R1150]
- Measles, Mumps and Rubella (2 doses required) [R260 + R200 administration fee = R460 per dose]
NB: Medical Aid patients pay as per their scheme rules. Co-payments may apply.
Practice Guidelines
Welcome to Kids Medicare & Breastfeeding Care – Helpful information for our patients. We want to provide the best possible care for everyone. To help things run smoothly, fairly and safely, please read through our practice guidelines.
1. Please let us know what you are booking for
Consultation times will vary depending on whether you book for a vaccination, newborn baby check, medical consultation, breastfeeding consultation, ADHD screening, etc. Standard consultation times are 15 minutes. Breastfeeding consultations typically take 45-60min.
2. If you need more time for multiple concerns
If you’d like us to address more than one issue and need an additional 15-minute extended consultation, there will be an additional fee of R300 (cash, this is not covered by medical aids). Please arrange this with our receptionists when you book. Alternatively arrange a second consultation at another convenient time.
3. If you need more time for more than one child
Please let us know this in advance when you book so that we can allocate an appropriate booking duration.
4. Punctuality is important to us
We understand that things do not always run on schedule with young children but please let us know if you are running late as it affects all our other bookings. We try our best to accommodate everyone and only under rare circumstances may we need to reschedule your booking.
In the case of a medical emergency at the surgery (e.g. a child needing oxygen, or stitches, or a burn wound), we may run late ourselves, but we will try our best to not keep you waiting too long. Saturdays can be busy at the practice. We ask for and appreciate your patience on such days.
5. Missed appointments
To avoid being billed for the booked slot, please note that we require 24-hour notice for cancellation of vaccination bookings and breastfeeding consultations. For general medical consultations, we require at least a one-hour notice of cancellation.
6. Infection control and safety
To prevent the spread of illness, it is advisable to give the receptionist some idea of what you are booking for, e.g. let us know if you suspect your child has chicken pox. You may be asked to wait in the car if we are running behind and our waiting room has other patients.
7. We are not a dispensing practice
The doctor will provide you with a prescription if needed.
8. Speaking to the doctor
Our doctor may be busy in a consultation and unable to take your phone call. You’re welcome to leave a message with our receptionists on WhatsApp on 079 639 2542 or send an email to info@kidsmedicare.co.za. The doctor will respond as soon as possible, usually by email or WhatsApp. Medical advice that is sought via your message may be viewed as a consultation and a fee will apply.
9. Paperwork and forms
Additional paperwork outside of a regular consultation for medical forms/reports/prescriptions/referrals are billed at R200.
10. Medical aid claims
We submit claims directly to your medical aid. If your medical aid doesn’t pay or pays only partially, you will be responsible for payment of the remaining amount.
11. Outstanding balances
If you have any unpaid fees with us, we kindly ask that you settle them as soon as possible.
12. Kindness towards our team
We treat everyone with respect and ask the same in return. Rudeness, swearing, threatening or shouting at any staff member will not be tolerated, and we may refuse to see you as a patient.
13. Authorization
Some medical aids require authorization before being able to see a specialist or allied Healthcare. Please inform us at least 1 week before your specialist appointment if we need to help you get authorization.
14. Finding the healthcare provider for you
- We strive to offer compassionate, patient-centred care. If our approach and guidelines align with what you are looking for in a medical practice, we will do our best to care for your family’s health.
- We understand that we cannot meet everyone’s expectations and may not be the perfect fit. We recognise that every patient’s needs are unique and hope you find the healthcare environment that feels right for you.
Consulting GP & Director
Dr Rahmat Bibi Bagus
t/a Kids Medicare & Breastfeeding Care
Our Team
Reception Staff - Magmoeda
Our friendly and professional reception team is here to help you with appointments, queries, and ensuring a smooth visit for you and your child.
+27 21 933 7004
+27 79 639 2542
Speech Therapist - Firdowz Parker
Our speech therapist specializes in helping children with communication challenges, language development, and speech disorders.
+27 72 956 1282
parkerfirdowz@gmail.com
Occupational Therapist - Asgeree Dalvie
Our occupational therapist works with children to develop fine motor skills, sensory integration, and school readiness, providing comprehensive developmental support.
+27 76 914 5804
Play Therapist - Sayeeda Dhansay
Supporting children through structured play to improve emotional regulation, social skills, and behavioral development.
+27 82 822 6106
About Us
Kids Medicare was started in July 2007 by Dr. Rahmat Bibi Bagus.
Dr Bagus is a general practitioner with a special interest in paediatric primary care and Breastfeeding Medicine.
She obtained the MBChB at the University of Cape Town in 1996.
She is registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa. She is also a Lactation Consultant registered with the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners.
Dr. Bagus has many years of work experience at the world-famous Red Cross Children's Hospital. Doctor Bagus worked as a senior medical officer in medical outpatients' clinic, allergy clinic and medical emergencies.
Doctor Bagus realised the need for affordable primary health care services in the private sector and therefore set about finding a dedicated team of professionals with a passion for paediatric primary care.
Other Work Experience
She completed her internship at Livingstone Hospital, the biggest tertiary care facility in the Eastern Cape serving rural and underprivileged communities. She rotated through the divisions of internal medicine, surgery, plastic surgery and paediatrics.
She has also worked as a medical officer at Mitchell's Plain Community Health Centre and done locum shifts at Heideveld and Elsies River Community Health Centres. She monitored premature babies at local community clinics (Heideveld, Vanguard, Mitchell's Plain, Retreat) after they were discharged from hospital.
In private practice she has worked in the emergency rooms of Tokai Medicross and Gatesville Medical Centre.
She has supervised and tutored 4th and 5th year UCT medical students during their paediatric rotations at New Somerset hospital.
Breastfeeding Care
Breastfeeding Support and Work Experience
Dr Bagus has four children of her own and has firsthand experience breastfeeding all 4 for extended periods of time.
Her first child was also partially formula fed after she returned to work at Red Cross Hospital. The other 3 were exclusively breastfed until they started solids, and they reached full-term breastfeeding as per the World Health Organisation recommendations of 2 years and beyond.
She has been involved with La Leche League South Africa and LLL International since 2008.
Her volunteer work with LLLSA includes:
- Running regular in-person and online support group meetings for breastfeeding mothers
- Supporting a very active WhatsApp group for breastfeeding mothers
- Supporting and training new volunteers (Leader Applicants for LLLSA)
- Writing up monthly case studies and updates for LLLSA Leaders
She serves as the Area Professional Liaison Leader for LLLSA offering support and information to LLLSA Leaders and mothers and healthcare professionals on medically complicated breastfeeding situations.
She serves on the LLL International Medical Advisory Team and the LLLI Global Professional Liaison Network.
She is well-regarded as a conference speaker and has presented at various international and national breastfeeding conferences in Panama, Peru and online, for La Leche League International, iLactation, Lactation Consultants of Southern-& Africa, City of Cape Town and the SA Department of Health.
As an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant she offers in-person and online breastfeeding consultations for mothers. She has experience with issues around:
...and many other challenging breastfeeding situations
Training and Courses Offered
1. For Mothers Returning to Work and Maintaining Breastfeeding
4 hours pre-recorded course via LLLSA – R500.
Related audio resources:
• Interview on Breastfeeding & Working Mums (SoundCloud)2. Ramadan Breastfeeding
Via LLLSA – Free – Usually scheduled before Ramadan each year
3. Breastfeeding Education for Healthcare Workers
30-hours of online training offered twice a year to any and all HCWs involved with mothers and babies or young children.
For more information visit: https://www.breastfeedingcare.co.za
Please email info@kidsmedicare.co.za to enquire about the next dates.
What Happens at a Breastfeeding Consultation?
While breastfeeding is natural, it can take some time to become comfortable with it. Some babies may take a little longer to learn. Just like not every baby does not roll or walk or talk at the same time, some need a little extra guidance and support on their journey.
Getting help early with breastfeeding challenges prevents small issues from escalating. Every mother can define her own success with breastfeeding with some guidance, support and information.
Consider setting up a prenatal breastfeeding consult before your baby is born.
This will help you and your family have a realistic idea of what to expect. It is helpful to have dads and grandparents or your support person of choice accompany you at the consultation.
Once the baby arrives, it is advisable to have a breastfeeding consultation within the first 1-2 weeks.
The first visit usually lasts about 1 hour and includes:
- A thorough medical history of mother and baby
- A physical assessment of mother and baby
- Observation of a complete breastfeed
- Optimisation of latch and positioning
- Addressing any particular concerns or challenges
On-going support by WhatsApp or follow up visits may be required until challenges are resolved.
Mom's Stories
Some of the moms that Dr Bagus has helped have written up their stories for the LLLSA website:
- 1.Perseverance Pays Off - Aniqah
- 2.The Tiny Tyrant's Milk Mutiny: A Tale of Boob vs Bottle - Hanri
- 3.Third Time Lucky - Wendy
- 4.Experiences That Are Worlds Apart - Amiena
- 5.Support Determination Pays Off - Saajidah
- 6.Pumping for My Premie - Kashiefa
- 7.DIY Engorgement Relief - Amiena
- 8.A Day in the Life of a Breastfeeding Working Travelling Mom - Nicolize
- 9.A Rough and Painful Start - Rae
- 10.Dr Nisreen Sayed - A Story of Relactation
Helpful Breastfeeding Videos
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- 3.Is Your Baby Getting Enough Milk?(6 minutes)
- 4.Natural Breastfeeding. Laid Back Positioning(38 minutes)
Get In Touch
We're here to help. Reach out to book an appointment or ask any questions.
Address
18 Phillips Street
Parow Valley, Cape Town