Newborn Care for First-Time Parents

Newborn care can be scary for new parents. You need support from family and friends, but the doctor of Phoenix Pediatrics is here for you too. First-time parents can depend on their Phoenix and Scottsdale, AZ, pediatrician.

What is newborn care?

This is a pediatric specialty for babies under three months old. Pediatricians ensure babies are developing properly and meeting nutritional requirements.

You definitely want to hit the ground running when it comes to your baby's care. Finding a newborn care pediatrician you're comfortable with takes time, so start your search before the baby arrives.

Caring for Your Newborn

Newborns are delicate and while a delight to bring home, parents can sometimes feel a looming worry, especially if it is your first baby. First-time parents have so many questions, like how to properly handle a baby, how much is enough food, and how to bathe him/her.

Relax. Take a deep breath. This is why you have your Phoenix and Scottsdale pediatrician. He/She will help you properly care for your newborn during regular appointments during the first three months of your child's development.

The Importance of Regular Checkups 

Regular checkups help ensure your baby is developing properly. So before your appointment, be sure to write down your questions, concerns, or even simple observations. Nothing is too small. Prepare this list for when you meet your doctor so he/she can address everything and put your heart at ease.

The purpose of these checkups is to chart the baby’s growth, so here's a rough schedule of when you should make your newborn care visits:

1. The first doctor’s appointment should be within a few days of your child’s birth
2. The second appointment is two weeks after the first
3. The third appointment should be at two months
   
   

Need to schedule your baby's first appointment?

Call Phoenix Pediatrics in Phoenix and Scottsdale, AZ, today at (602) 242-5121 to schedule an appointment.