Bambini Pediatrics PC
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prenatal visits
There's an awful lot to think about during the third trimester! And in meeting a doctor / visiting a medical practice for the first time, one's mind can go blank. So it may be helpful to have a list of concerns that often come up. We hope you find the ones below useful:Questions You Might Want to Ask:
- Which hospital(s) do you have privileges at?
- What are your office hours?
- What if there is a problem after hours?
- How long do appointments last? How far out are you booked?
- What can I do now to optimize the baby's health?
- Should the cord be clamped immediately, or delayed?
- How do you feel about the vitamin K shot?
- How long after delivery should a bath be given?
- What is your viewpoint on antibiotics?
- What is your general feeling about the hepatitis B shot?
- Do you answer non-urgent questions by e-mail?
- What books / websites do you suggest?
- What is your due date? What's your vitamin D level?
- Has your weight gain been reasonable?
- Any complications? Ultrasound?
- Previous pregnancies?
- Dad's health? Occupation? Genetic concerns?
- Same for mom, plus maternity leave plans?
- Child care plans -- babysitter, daycare, other?
- Plan to breast feed? How long?
- Safety concerns: car seat, sleeping position?
- Circumcision planned?
- Your support systems?
- What is your feeling about herbal & homeopathic remedies?