Newborn Care

Consistent medical care during the early weeks of your baby’s life is critical for their long-term development. Set Apart Pediatrics provides high-quality, personalized newborn care starting soon after birth. Dr. Dudley uses holistic and conventional strategies to optimize your baby’s health. She and her team also provide resources for new parents so they can care for themselves and their babies. Call the Decatur, Alabama, office to schedule a newborn care appointment. You can also use the online feature to book a consultation at any time. 

What is newborn care?

Newborn care includes medical services that babies need soon after birth. These services help infants adapt to life outside of the womb and address any complications that may arise during labor and delivery.

Set Apart Pediatrics offers comprehensive newborn care in a comfortable, clean office environment.

Dr. Dudley provides resources that support new parents in caring for their baby. She also monitors your baby’s growth and development to ensure they thrive physically, mentally, and developmentally.

Which newborn care services are available?

Set Apart Pediatrics provides a range of services that focus on newborn care, including:

• Physical exams
• Immunizations
• Infant hygiene
• Umbilical cord care
• Infection prevention
• Breastfeeding support
• Sleep scheduling

Ideally, you should schedule a consultation with Dr. Dudley before you give birth so she can prepare to evaluate your baby after discharge from the hospital.

During your initial consultation, you also have an opportunity to view the office and learn more about the available pediatric services. Dr. Dudley can recommend when to schedule your first newborn exam soon after your delivery.

What happens during my first newborn care consultation?

At your first newborn care appointment, Dr. Dudley reviews your labor and delivery information and your family health history. She asks questions about your baby’s habits, including their eating and sleeping schedule.

A physical exam allows Dr. Dudley to make notes about many areas of your baby’s health, including their:

• Weight
• Length
• Muscle strength
• Joint flexibility
• Physical development
• Body temperature

She also checks your baby’s skin and umbilical cord and may order blood work to assess the function of their kidneys, liver, and other organs. 

If your baby has any health issues, Dr. Dudley discusses their options for treatment. She offers comprehensive care for acute and chronic pediatric conditions to ensure your baby develops properly. 

Educational resources are available for parents to help care for their children and themselves as they settle in at home. Dr. Dudley also lets you know when to schedule follow-up visits for routine exams and developmental screenings.

Call Set Apart Pediatrics to schedule a newborn care consultation or book an appointment online today.