The ABCs of Breastfeeding
There’s so much for new parents to learn, and breastfeeding is a common area of concern for new mothers. Let’s review the basics of breastfeeding to give you an overview of best practices and what to expect.
Preparing for Your New Parent Appointment
As an expectant parent, you have a lot on your plate. Preparing to welcome a new member into your family takes a great deal of time, effort, and resources. That’s why the team at Hubbard Pediatric Group, LLC offers new parent counseling, a service that supports new parents and delivers top-quality guidance and advice.
Holly Hubbard, MD, loves meeting with new parents to explore how to best prepare them for the joys and challenges that lie ahead. If you’re planning to come in for a new parent visit, here are some things you can do to prepare.
What is the purpose of new parent counseling?
New parent counseling is a service intended to give expectant or new parents the information they need to thrive in their new roles. Though Dr. Hubbard offers the full scope of pediatric services, she also feels strongly that the best way to support healthy kids is by giving parents the information and advice they need to shape a happy, healthy childhood for their kids.
New parent counseling is a dynamic service, shaped to fit the needs of each family. We can cover a wide range of topics during your visit, and you’re encouraged to ask questions and express concerns as they arise.
In short, new parent counseling is intended to give you the knowledge, confidence, and resources you need to shine as a parent.
What are some topics I can discuss during new parent counseling?
When it comes to healthy parents and kids, no topic is prohibited during new parent counseling. One of the basic things we cover is the timing for well-baby visits and the importance of bringing your little one in for these appointments.
We’ll talk about how well-baby care tracks your child’s development, ensures they have the vaccines needed to build a strong immune system, and how you can support their nutritional needs as they grow.
Here are some other topics you might choose to discuss during your new parent visit:
- Breastfeeding
- Sleep schedules
- Babyproofing
- New sibling adjustments
- Bonding
- Ensuring adequate parent rest
- Supporting maternal nutrition
- Signs of postpartum depression
No matter what subjects you’d like to explore, Dr. Hubbard is here to provide up-to-date, scientifically backed guidance and advice.
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