Newborn Care

Within 1 to 3 days for most babies, and within 24 to 48 hours for early discharges, breastfeeding babies, or babies who lost more than the usual amount of weight in the hospital. Call us before discharge if possible — we’ll get you scheduled.

Yes — and we don’t charge for weight rechecks in the first weeks. Babies usually lose weight in the first few days, then start to gain. We make sure that’s happening on track. Call any time if you’re worried.

We support whatever combination fits your family. We help with latch, supply, bottle technique, formula choice, and the transitions between them. We refer to a lactation consultant when more hands-on support would help.

Some yellow color is normal in the first week. We check at every visit and can do a quick bilirubin level if needed. Call sooner than your scheduled visit if the color is getting darker, your baby is hard to wake, or feeding is poor.

Anytime you’re worried about a baby under 3 months — fever (rectal temp 100.4°F / 38°C or higher), trouble breathing, refusing to feed, persistent crying, color changes, or simply doesn’t seem right. Better to call than to wait.

Newborn visits are about the whole family. We ask how you’re sleeping, eating, and feeling. We screen for postpartum depression and anxiety. We listen, and we connect families to resources — without judgment, without rushing.