A pediatrician, family practice healthcare provider, physician's assistant, family nurse practitioner, or pediatric nurse practitioner can be your baby's primary care provider. The medical specialty dealing with children is called pediatrics.
You take your kids to the pediatrician for tummy aches and fevers, but a pediatrician does a lot more than care for sick children. They are responsible for your child’s physical, mental, and emotional well-being—in sickness and in health.
Watch this video to learn tips on newborn care including creating a safe sleep enviroment, having a feeding plan, and asking for help before you leave the hospital.
