A newborn can bring joy but also a whole slew of new responsibilities, it can seem overwhelming no matter how much you've read or been lectured about by relatives. But the good news is that you are not alone in this endeavor, for help, you can always turn to your Clarksburg and Montgomery Village, MD, pediatricians Dr. Armina Rahman, Dr. Hershita Raheja, Dr. Jacqueline Douge, Dr. Sehar Maruf, Dr. LeAnne Miller, and Dr. Maria Yoon of Clarksburg Pediatrics, and one of the very important ways in which they help is with the very important newborn care physical.

During Your Visit

You can expect this first visit to take place just days after leaving the hospital and although there may be a few differences in how your child's pediatrician conducts the exam this is generally what you can expect.

Your doctor will perform a thorough physical examination of your newborn, they'll check their heartbeat and inspect their umbilical cord. Their vitals will also be examined, such as their weight, length, and head circumference, and all of this is often logged into a growth chart.

Screening tests may also be performed during this visit, such as with their hearing, although these tests are also performed at the hospital before being discharged.

The pediatrician will also update your child's immunizations to make sure they're on the right track for their immunization schedule.

Lastly, your child's doctor may ask you questions regarding your child's sleeping and feeding habits, how many diapers you are going through, and generally about their development. This is also an excellent time for you to bring your own questions and concerns about these and other topics.

Newborn Care Physical in Clarksburg and Montgomery Village, MD

Because visits like these need to take place so soon after leaving the hospital, what experts often recommend to expecting mothers is to choose a pediatrician before giving birth. Doing so in the final months of pregnancy can help eliminate many of the unknowns and relieves you of the extra stress when you already have enough to worry about.

Schedule your newborn care physical in Clarksburg and Montgomery Village, MD with Dr. Armina Rahman, Dr. Hershita Raheja, Dr. Jacqueline Douge, Dr. Sehar Maruf, Dr. LeAnne Miller, and Dr. Maria Yoon of Clarksburg Pediatrics by dialing (301) 528-8181 for the Clarksburg, MD, office and (301) 869-6461 for Montgomery Village, MD.