Drip Lounge

26/08/2026

10/08/2026

It takes a village. But what happens when yours is scattered?
Grandma's in another city. Your sister has her own job to get to. Your friends are drowning in their own babies, deadlines, and busy lives.

Sometimes what you really need is just one more pair of hands you can trust.
Someone to sit with your sick little one when you can't miss another day of work. Someone to take the 2am shift so you can finally close your eyes.
Someone you'd actually trust to step in when your family needs a little extra care.

That's the village we're building.

Little Care
Doctor-led support for families, at home.

Coming soon to Bloemfontein

27/07/2026

Difficult veins? We can help.

Some patients have veins that are challenging to access due to dehydration, previous chemotherapy, chronic illness, obesity or simply natural anatomy.

At Drip Lounge, we offer ultrasound-guided IV insertion for selected patients, allowing us to visualise deeper veins when standard insertion is difficult.

This may reduce repeated needle attempts and improve the likelihood of successful IV access.

Ask our team whether this option is appropriate for you.

25/07/2026

Did you know Drip Lounge is more than a wellness IV lounge?

Alongside our wellness infusions, we provide medically indicated intravenous therapies following a consultation and assessment by one of our doctors.

Whether you're seeking wellness support or require evidence-based medical treatment, your care is always personalised, medically supervised, and centred on your health.

24/07/2026

Meet the Team Behind Drip Lounge

Drip Lounge started with a shared vision between Dr Nellmarie Bodenstein and Dr Lieschen Pretorius: to create a space where patients could receive IV wellness therapy in a safe, professional, and welcoming environment.

As Drip Lounge grew, Dr Selma Smit joined the team, completing a partnership where each doctor brings her own strengths, experience, and perspective to patient care.

Together, they share a commitment to evidence-based medicine, patient safety, and making every visit as comfortable and personalised as possible.

Whether you're visiting for hydration, recovery, immune support, or simply a little self-care, the Drip Lounge team looks forward to welcoming you!

24/07/2026

Not All IV Drips Are Created Equal:

An IV drip isn't just "a bag of vitamins."

The quality of an IV treatment depends on far more than what's written on the label.

At Drip Lounge, we believe your health deserves more than a one-size-fits-all approach.

* Medical assessment before every treatment
* Premium-quality fluids and medications from reputable suppliers
* Treatments administered by trained healthcare professionals
* Strict infection prevention and sterile technique
* Evidence-based protocols
* Medical support available should you need it

IV therapy should always be safe, appropriate and tailored to your individual needs.

When choosing an IV lounge, don't just ask "What's the price?"

Ask:
• Who is administering the drip?
• Is there medical oversight?
• Where do the medications come from?
• Is the treatment appropriate for me?

Your health is worth choosing quality.

📍 Visit Drip Lounge Bloemfontein for professional, medically supervised IV therapy.

Disclaimer: Not every person is a candidate for IV therapy. A medical assessment is performed before treatment to determine suitability.

07/02/2026

🏅 Congratulations to all Kloppers Marathon finishers!
This was just the start of something big.
Every finish line is a new beginning.
Post-race cooling and recovery help your body regulate temperature and reduce the risk of heat illness:
🧊 Cooling towels or ice packs on the neck, armpits & groin
🚿 Cool (not ice-cold) shower
💧 Rehydrate with fluids + electrolytes
👕 Change out of wet clothes quickly
🌳 Rest in shade or air-conditioned spaces
These strategies support safe thermoregulation and faster recovery after endurance events.
Well done to every runner today — your body did something incredible. 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️🏅
Drip Lounge are the hydration experts.
👉 Call us to help you recover from this race

06/02/2026

🏃‍♂️💧 Race day is almost here!
If you’re running the Kloppers Marathon tomorrow, today is about:
✔ Hydration
✔ Electrolyte balance
✔ Muscle support

Our Fast & Furious drip is designed to support your body before and after long endurance events.
Drip Lounge are the hydration experts.

Good luck to all runners tomorrow — run strong and stay safe! 🏅

👉 Last bookings available today.

06/02/2026

Calling all Midmar Mile swimmers!
Cold water swimming is a massive physical and mental achievement.
This was just the start of something big.
Every finish line is a new beginning.
Post-swim recovery is about safe re-warming and hydration:

🧣 Dry off and layer up immediately
☕ Warm fluids and electrolytes
🚿 Avoid very hot showers straight away
💧 Rehydrate even if you don’t feel thirsty
🦵 Gentle movement to restore circulation

These steps help prevent delayed hypothermia and support muscle recovery after open-water swimming.
Well done to every swimmer — your body did something incredible. 🏊‍♂️🏅
Drip Lounge should be your first stop for top of the line recovery

04/02/2026

💧 Race week hydration: IV vs oral – what’s the difference?
Both have a role, but they’re not the same:

Oral hydration
✔ Convenient
✔ Works well for day-to-day training
✔ Depends on gut absorption
IV hydration
✔ Bypasses the gut
✔ Faster delivery
✔ Helpful if dehydrated or struggling with nausea or heat

The goal isn’t “more”, it’s smart hydration — especially in hot conditions and long races.
Drip Lounge are the hydration experts.
Wishing all Kloppers Marathon runners a safe and strong race weekend 🏃‍♂️🏅
👉 Share with your fellow racers this week