Services · Birth to 2 months
Newborn Care
Newborn care at Dare2Care Pediatrics covers the first hospital follow-up within days of birth, feeding and weight checks, jaundice screening, safe sleep guidance and 24-hour reassurance for new parents in Alpharetta.
About newborn care
The first weeks with a new baby are equal parts wonder and worry. We see newborns within two to three days of leaving the hospital, then as often as needed until feeding, weight and sleep settle into a rhythm.
What newborn care includes
- Hospital follow-up visit: weight, jaundice check, feeding assessment and a full exam
- Breastfeeding and formula support, including latch checks and supplementation plans
- Umbilical cord, circumcision and skin care
- Safe sleep, car seat and home safety guidance
- Newborn screening results review and the first vaccines
- A prenatal “meet the pediatrician” visit before your baby arrives, if you would like one
Why it matters
Most newborn problems, from feeding difficulty to jaundice, are easy to treat when caught in the first week. Regular early visits also give you a person to call before a small worry becomes a sleepless night.
When to come in
- Your baby is not feeding well or has fewer than six wet diapers a day after day five
- Skin or eyes look yellow, especially if it is spreading
- A rectal temperature of 100.4°F (38°C) or higher: this is an emergency in a baby under 2 months
- Breathing looks fast, labored or pauses
- You are worried. That is reason enough.
What to expect at the visit
Plan about 30 minutes. We will undress your baby for a full exam, weigh them, watch a feed if you would like, review the hospital record and screening results, and answer every question on your list. Bring the hospital discharge paperwork to the first visit.
Insurance and cost
Newborn visits are covered as preventive care by most plans. Add your baby to your insurance within 30 days of birth so claims process smoothly.
Need help outside office hours?
When the office is closed, call the main number, (770) 615-7000. After hours the call goes to our after-hours line for urgent concerns. Use the patient portal for anything that can wait until the next business day. In an emergency, call 911.
Questions parents ask
When should my newborn have their first visit?
Within 2 to 3 days of leaving the hospital, or sooner if the hospital asks for an earlier jaundice or weight check. Call us before you are discharged and we will hold a slot.
Can I meet the pediatrician before my baby is born?
Yes. We offer a free prenatal visit in the third trimester so you can see the office, meet the team and ask about feeding, vaccines and what to expect.
Provided by
Dr. Madhuri ViswanadhamMD, FAAP · Board-certified pediatrician · Founder