Newborn & Baby Care
Care Built for Your Newborn
We have been caring for the children of the Santa Clarita Valley since 1972. If you have small children, chances are you will spend a lot of time with us over the years both in the office and on the phone. We want this to be a positive, supportive experience for you and your children. There is no question that we will enjoy your family, but we also want you to enjoy ours.
As parents ourselves, we know how hectic life can be, so we are committed to making our practice convenient and accessible for your family. We want you to feel confident that when you choose the ABC Pediatrics as your child’s primary care provider, you’ll be working with professionals that are patient, friendly, qualified, experienced and caring. We pride ourselves on a knowledgeable “whole child” approach to the practice of pediatrics. We recognize that children grow up as part of a family and a community and that keeping them healthy means tending to their emotional as well as their physical health.
Give us a call today at (661) 702-0100 to schedule your visit, ask a question or receive more information about our care.
Newborn Care Visit Schedule
We follow the American Academy of Pediatrics well-child visit schedule, which is outlined below. This list includes the recommended age for each well child visit and what to expect during your child’s exam. Well child visits are important to ensure necessary preventative care, track your child’s growth and development, and establish a strong relationship with your pediatrician.
- By 1 Week: Jaundice check, weight check, feeding issues, metabolic screening, newborn vaccines (if needed), parent vaccines (if needed)
- 2 Weeks: Weight check, physical exam, newborn vaccines (if needed), parent vaccines (if needed)
- 1 Month: Weight check, physical exam, vaccines (if needed)
- 2, 4 & 6 Months: Physical exam, growth and development, vaccines (if needed)
- 9 Months: Physical exam, growth and development, finger stick (hemoglobin), vaccines
- 12 Months: Physical exam, growth and development, TB skin test (if needed), vaccines
Well-Child Visits
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1Prevention
Your child gets scheduled immunizations to prevent illness. You also can ask your pediatrician about nutrition and safety in the home and at school.
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2Tracking Growth & Development
See how much your child has grown since your last visit, and talk with your doctor about your child's development. You can discuss your child's milestones, social behaviors, and learning.
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3Raising Concerns
Discuss topics you want to talk about with your child's pediatrician such as development, behavior, sleep, eating, or getting along with other family members.
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4Team Approach
Regular visits create strong, trustworthy relationships among pediatricians, parents, and children. This team approach helps develop optimal physical, mental, and social health of a child.
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