Baby's First Visit to the Doctor

Pediatrician Q & A: I just brought my baby home from the hospital. When should she have her first visit with her pediatrician?

Although it depends on whether or not your baby was already jaundiced when she went home, how well she was feeding, and if she had any medical problems, the American Academy of Pediatrics advises that 'it is important for your baby to be seen by a nurse or doctor when the baby is between 3 and 5 days old.' { more }

You might read about whether or not it is a good idea to give your baby a pacifier, like the baby in the photo, too.

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