Parent and Baby

During this first year of baby’s life, you’ll probably see your pediatrician a lot. It’s not uncommon for a baby to have ear infections, colds, diarrhea and other ailments that require medic care. In addition to seeing baby’s doctor for illnesses, you’ll alsoj visit the office for well-baby checkups.

According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), your pediatrician should see your baby about eight times during his firs year. Checkups are done within 24 hours after birth in the hospital, If a few days after discharge if you were in the hospital less than 24 hours, at 2 weeks, 4 weeks (1 month), 8 weeks (2 months), 16 weeks (4 months), 24 weeks (6 months), 36 weeks (9 months) and 52 weeks (1 year).