South Florida Pediatrics Inc provides newborn care in Doral with Roberto Uriel, MD and his team. Your baby’s first pediatrician visit is an opportunity to check growth and feeding, review hospital information, and discuss your questions about caring for your newborn.
Learn when to arrange the first checkup, what to expect, and what to bring. Our office is at 3905 NW 107th Avenue, Suite 412, Doral, FL 33178.
Call (786) 360-2030
Ask about newborn appointment availability.
When should your newborn have their first checkup?
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends a first-week checkup when your baby is 3 to 5 days old. Your baby may need an earlier appointment depending on when they leave the hospital and their individual needs.
Follow the timing given by your baby’s hospital team, and contact the pediatrician’s office before discharge to arrange follow-up. Read the AAP’s first-week visit guidance.
What happens at the first newborn visit?
The first appointment helps the pediatrician understand how your baby is adjusting after birth. It generally includes:
- Measuring weight, length, and head circumference.
- Reviewing feeding and wet and dirty diapers.
- Checking hydration and signs of jaundice.
- Performing a physical examination.
- Discussing whether additional follow-up is needed.
These checks help identify concerns early and guide your baby’s care. See the AAP’s newborn assessment guidance.
There is also time to discuss your questions about sleep, feeding, diaper changes, and umbilical cord care.
What to bring to your baby’s first appointment
Bring your baby’s hospital discharge paperwork, including any screening results and vaccination records you received. A short list of questions and notes about feeding and diapers can help you make the most of the appointment.
When scheduling, ask our office which registration forms, identification, and insurance information are needed. Our new patient guide explains how to prepare and ask about sending records securely.
Newborn care questions from parents
Medical content reviewed by Roberto Uriel, MD.
Can I contact the office before my baby is born?
Yes. Call (786) 360-2030 to ask about establishing care and arranging your baby’s first appointment. Our prenatal pediatrician visits in Doral offer a chance to meet the pediatrician before delivery. Ask about available visit options when you call.
How often should I feed my newborn?
Breastfed newborns often nurse about every 2 hours; bottle-fed newborns commonly feed every 2 to 3 hours. Follow your baby’s individual feeding plan, respond to hunger cues and ask the pediatrician when to wake your baby. Feeding needs may differ for premature babies or those with medical concerns. Bring your breastfeeding or formula questions to the visit.
Learn more: How Often and How Much Should Your Baby Eat?
How many wet diapers should my newborn have?
By day 4 or 5, expect at least 6 wet diapers in 24 hours. Counts differ in the first days. Contact the pediatrician promptly if wet diapers are fewer than expected or feeding worsens. Diaper counts are only one part of assessing intake.
Learn more: First Office Visit, 3–5 Days · Newborn Illness — How to Recognize
Is it normal for a newborn to lose weight?
Some weight loss after birth is expected. Many babies regain birth weight within 7 to 14 days. The pediatrician checks the amount lost, feeding and hydration to decide whether closer follow-up is needed.
Learn more: First Office Visit, 3–5 Days
What should I do if my baby’s skin or eyes look yellow?
Yellow skin or eyes can be a sign of jaundice, caused by a buildup of bilirubin. Contact the pediatrician if yellowing appears or increases, and keep the follow-up and bilirubin checks recommended at discharge. Skin color alone cannot show how serious jaundice is. Do not use sunlight to treat it.
Learn more: Jaundice in Newborns
What temperature is a fever in a newborn?
For a baby 3 months old or younger, a rectal temperature of 100.4°F (38°C) or higher requires an immediate call to the pediatrician and urgent medical assessment, even if the baby seems well. If you cannot reach a clinician promptly, go to an emergency department. Do not wait for the office to reopen.
Learn more: Fever and Your Baby
Which other newborn symptoms need urgent care?
Call 911 if your baby cannot be awakened, has blue or gray lips, tongue or face, or has severe trouble breathing. Go to an emergency department for green vomit or a weak suck. For other new illness or changes in feeding or behavior, contact the pediatrician immediately. Do not wait for a scheduled checkup.
Learn more: Newborn Illness — How to Recognize
How do I check whether my baby’s insurance is accepted?
Call (786) 360-2030 with the exact plan name before arranging the visit. Ask about coverage verification and referral requirements. Our new patient guide explains how to prepare and ask about sending records securely.
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South Florida Pediatrics Inc
3905 NW 107th Avenue, Suite 412
Doral, FL 33178
(786) 360-2030
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