You've waited nine (long) months to cuddle, kiss, touch, and smell your brand-new baby. But now, you must keep your infant healthy, protect them from harmful illnesses and diseases, and safeguard them from injury. You and your partner shouldn't fight the good fight alone. Instead, call upon Dr. Allyson Self-Stoico at A to Z Pediatrics in Pasadena, CA, to discuss their growth and development, learn when they should have appropriate vaccines, and how to go about breastfeeding, bathing, or feeding. As a parent, you can't have all the answers, but Dr. Stoico can fill in the blanks to provide newborn care which you can trust.
FAQS About Newborn Care
Here we've listed a few frequently asked questions (FAQs) new parents have asked about newborn care. If your question is still outstanding, please call our office.
- How Often Should I Feed My Newborn? Newborns typically eat every two to three hours or on demand. When breastfeeding or using a formula, four to six daily feedings (four to six-ounce bottles) are typical.
- When Should I Be Concerned About Bowel Movements? Healthy bowel movements are yellow or greenish, especially while breastfeeding, and have a creamy consistency. An unhealthy stool is bloody, pale yellow, gray, or white and should receive medical attention.
- When Should My Newborn Visit the Pediatrician? Consult Dr. Stoico immediately if your infant refuses to eat, is excessively sleepy, has watery or bloody stools, has a fever of over 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or if you can't console them while they cry.
Parenthood is as equally challenging as it is magical. When you visit our office for newborn care, Dr. Allyson Self-Stoico at A to Z Pediatrics in Pasadena, CA promises to effectively communicate with you every step of the way regarding their vaccination schedule, and address concerns you may have about their health. Please explore our website to learn more about the conditions we treat and the services provided in our practice. For more information about newborn care or to schedule your child's first doctor's appointment, call (626) 389-2869.