Congratulations on the arrival of your precious newborn! After being discharged from the hospital, your first visits with their pediatrician are at 24-72 hours and again at 2 weeks. Our dedicated pediatricians prioritize their availability for these comprehensive 3-day and 2-week newborn visits designed to ensure the health and well-being of your newest family member.
If you have not yet selected a pediatrician, you can call the ARC information and referral line for personal help to choose a pediatrician that is best for your family. Call 512-272-4636 (512-ARC-INFO).
Comprehensive newborn assessments
During our 3-day and 2-week newborn visits, we conduct thorough assessments to monitor your baby's growth, development, and overall health. From measuring weight and length to assessing feeding and weight gain, our pediatricians conduct appropriate screenings to ensure your child is meeting milestones, and can provide you with the appropriate resources to promote your baby’s well-being.
Common questions to ask during a newborn visit
Here are some commonly asked questions you may want to ask your pediatrician during your 3-day and 2-week newborn visits:
- Can you help provide breastfeeding resources?
- How long will it take for my baby’s umbilical cord to fall?
- How often should I feed my newborn?
- How should I take care of my baby’s umbilical cord?
- How should I wash/bathe my baby?
- How soon can I take my baby outside?
- Should I give my baby any supplements?
- What should I do if I’m experiencing postpartum depression?
- What vaccines and screenings should I expect?
- Where should my baby sleep?
- Why does my baby have trouble latching on when I breastfeed?
Well-check schedule
After the first two visits, your baby will typically see a physician or advanced practice clinician (APC) when they reach:
- 2 months
- 4 months
- 6 months
- 9 months
- 12 months
- 15 months
- 18 months
- 2 years
Sick child visits
If your baby is sick or if you have concerns about your baby’s health, do not wait for their next well-baby visit. For your convenience, ARC Pediatrics offers many types of appointments at different times of the day or night to fit your needs and schedule.
- Regular appointments during weekday clinic hours
- Same-day appointments with an ARC pediatrician for urgent concerns
- Evening and weekend appointments at ARC After Hours Clinics
- Telemedicine appointments for those times you cannot leave your home
- 24/7 phone nurse to help with middle-of-the-night worries
Attentive pediatric care
Rest assured that your baby is in safe hands with our team of experienced and compassionate pediatricians. Our physicians, advanced practice clinicians (APCs), and pediatric staff specialize in caring for babies and children and are dedicated to providing personalized attention to address any concerns you may have. We encourage open communication to ensure that you feel informed and confident in the care your child receives.