Newborn Care in Bolingbrook, IL
Newborn Checkups at 3 Nearby Offices
WELL-CHILD CHECKUPS FOR NEWBORNS
At A2Z Pediatrics, we believe in the importance of specialized care from day one. Our pediatricians believe in the power of family-based newborn care, consistent well-child checks, newborn immunizations, and prevention measures. Call our office today to setup your newborn’s first well-child check.
Newborn Immunizations
At your baby’s well-child checks, your Bolingbrook pediatrician will discuss an immunization schedule for your baby. We will provide education for you to make the best well-informed decision for your child.
Newborn Growth and Development
Our pediatricians will measure your baby’s height, weight, and head circumference. These numbers are tracked closely to ensure your newborn is healthy and continues to grow appropriately.
Common Illnesses And Conditions
At your baby’s well-check, the doctor will discuss common illnesses and their symptoms. Our doctor will also discuss important signs indicating when to bring your sick baby in for a visit.
Head-To-Toe Physical Exam
You can expect a thorough physical exam at the appointment. Be sure to mention any concerns or questions you may have as your Bolingbrook newborn doctor examines your baby.
Time To Talk
At every exam, you will have ample opportunity to bring any concerns to your pediatrician. Our doctors will ask several questions about your baby’s sleeping, eating, diapers, and activity.
Heading Home
Before leaving your newborn’s well-check, be sure to schedule your next newborn wellness exam. Ask for the best way to contact your pediatrician if you need help in the meantime.
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Newborn Care in Bolingbrook, Downers Grove and Darien
A2Z Pediatrics provides newborn care at our Bolingbrook, Downers Grove and Darien offices. Babies should have a first pediatric visit within the first week, and we help you plan it, track growth and feeding, check for jaundice, and plan vaccines. Call 630-755-5437 to book your baby’s first visit.
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Newborn visit schedule for the first year
This schedule follows the American Academy of Pediatrics visit timing. Your pediatrician may add visits if your baby needs them.
| Age | What happens |
|---|---|
| 3 to 5 days old | First newborn visit: weight check, feeding, jaundice check, head-to-toe exam |
| By 1 month | Growth and feeding review, newborn screening follow-up, parent questions |
| 2 months | Well-child visit and first routine vaccines |
| 4 months | Well-child visit and vaccines |
| 6 months | Well-child visit, vaccines, starting solid foods |
| 9 months | Development check and growth review |
| 12 months | Well-child visit and vaccines |
Feeding and weight in the first weeks
Newborns feed often, about 8 to 12 times in 24 hours. Most babies lose a little weight in the first days and are back to birth weight by about 2 weeks. Your pediatrician weighs your baby at each early visit and answers your feeding questions.
Newborn jaundice
Jaundice is a yellow color of the skin and eyes that is common in the first week. Your pediatrician checks for it at the first visit. Call us if the yellow spreads, your baby is very sleepy or feeds poorly.
Safe sleep
The AAP recommends putting your baby to sleep on their back, on a firm, flat surface such as a crib or bassinet with only a fitted sheet. Keep soft bedding and toys out of the sleep space, and keep your baby’s bed in your room, not in your bed. Read more in the AAP guide to safe sleep.
When to call us right away
- A rectal temperature of 100.4°F (38°C) or higher in a baby under 3 months
- Trouble feeding, or fewer wet diapers than usual
- Yellow skin that spreads, or a baby who is very hard to wake
- Fast or hard breathing: call 911 or go to the ER
Read our guide to the 10 steps of essential newborn care. For vaccines, see child immunizations, and for a sick baby, see same-day sick visits.
Office hours
All three offices share the same hours: Mon and Wed 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Tue and Thu 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Fri 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Sat 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, Sun closed.
Newborn care FAQs
When should my newborn have the first pediatrician visit?
Most babies should see a pediatrician 3 to 5 days after birth, or sooner if you left the hospital early or your baby is breastfed. Call us at 630-755-5437 as soon as you are home, or even before the birth, so we can book the first visit.
How often are well-baby visits in the first year?
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends visits at 3 to 5 days, by 1 month, and at 2, 4, 6, 9 and 12 months. Each visit checks growth and development, answers your questions and reviews vaccines. Your pediatrician may add visits if your baby needs closer follow-up.
What should I bring to my newborn’s first visit?
Bring your insurance card, the hospital discharge papers, your baby’s birth record and any newborn screening results. Write down how often your baby feeds and how many wet and dirty diapers you see. Bring a list of questions too, since the first weeks bring many.
When should I call about newborn jaundice?
Mild jaundice is common in the first week. Call us if the yellow color spreads to the belly, arms or legs, if your baby is very sleepy or hard to wake, or if feeding is poor. Your pediatrician checks for jaundice at the first visit.
What is a fever in a newborn, and what should I do?
A rectal temperature of 100.4°F (38°C) or higher in a baby under 3 months is an emergency. Call us right away, or go to the ER if you cannot reach us. Do not give fever medicine before talking to a doctor.
How do I book a newborn visit?
Call 630-755-5437 or send a request on our booking page, and tell us your baby’s birth date. We have offices in Bolingbrook, Downers Grove and Darien. We are accepting new patients, and our staff will tell you what to bring.
