Newborn Care

Newborn Care

Having a newborn is an exciting time in your life. You may wonder how often your baby will need to have a wellness visit. As each child is unique, their check up schedule may vary but don’t worry, we will guide you every step of the way! And if you have any questions or concerns, we are here for you.

OB Consultations

Dr. Okezie offers free consults for expecting parents to meet with her and see the office.

Request an Appointment

Circumcision (Up to 3 Weeks)

Circumcision Information

It can be tough to get all the information needed to make a decision. Give us a call or follow the link to a WebMD article for more information.

Tongue Clipping

Schedule a visit today to see if you’re child is at risk of having speech problems.

Tongue Clipping Information

By 1 Week

Jaundice check, weight check, feeding issues, metabolic screening, newborn vaccines (if needed), parent vaccines (if needed)

By 2 Weeks

Weight check, physical exam, newborn vaccines (if needed), parent vaccines (if needed)

By 1 Month

Weight check, physical exam, vaccines (if needed)

By 2 Months

Physical exam, growth and development, vaccines (if needed)

By 4 Months

Physical exam, growth and development, vaccines (if needed)

By 6 Months

Physical exam, growth and development, vaccines (if needed)

By 9 Months

Physical exam, growth and development, finger stick (hemoglobin), vaccines (if needed)

By 12 Months

Physical exam, growth and development, TB skin test (if needed), vaccines (if needed)

By 15 Months

Physical exam, growth and development, vaccines (if needed)

By 18 Months

Physical exam, growth and development, vaccines (if needed)

Newborn Information

Back to Sleep, Tummy to Play

Born Early (Preterm): At the Hospital

Care of the Uncircumcised Penis

Circumcision: Information for Parents

Colic

Diaper Rash

Breastfeeding Your Baby

Jaundice and Your Newborn

Newborn Hearing Screening and Your Baby

Newborn Illness – How to Recognize

Sleeping

Starting Solid Foods

FLU ANNOUNCEMENT

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