Medical Care & Your Baby

• 1 Month Well-Child Checkup

  Find out what to expect during your 1-month-old’s well-child checkup.

• 2 Month Well-Child Checkup

  Find out what to expect during your 2-month-old’s well-child checkup.

• 3-to-5 Day Well-Child Checkup

  Find out what to expect during your baby’s 3-to-5 day well-child checkup.

• 4-Month-Old Well-Child Checkup

  Learn what to expect during this well-child check and find out what your 4-month-old might be doing.

• Apnea of Prematurity

  Apnea of prematurity (AOP) is a condition in which premature infants stop breathing for more than 15 to 20 seconds during sleep. AOP usually goes away on its own as a baby matures.

• Birth Defects

  Some birth defects are minor and cause no problems. Others can be serious and require lifelong treatment.

• Bringing Your Premature Baby Home

  If you’re about to begin caring for your preemie at home, try to relax. With some preparation and planning, you’ll be ready.

• Caring for Your Premature Baby at Home

  Here’s what you need to know about keeping your baby safe and healthy over the next few weeks.

• Cesarean Sections (C-Sections)

  Many babies are delivered via cesarean sections. Learn why and how C-sections are done.

• Choosing a Pediatrician for Your New Baby

  Along with considering baby names and buying a crib, choosing the right health care provider should be on your to-do list when you’re expecting.