Newborn Check Up after Birth Issaquah, WA
Make the Most of Your Baby’s Visit to The Doctor (Ages 0 to 11 Months)
The arrival of a new addition to the family is quite an exciting experience. This is true whether it is your first child, second, third or eighth. The arrival of a new addition also means new challenges. One such challenge is ensuring that your child is in their best health. Fortunately, you don’t have to go on this journey alone. Dr. Nicole Schick, MD, offers newborn check-up Issaquah services designed to help you stay on top of your child’s health and development. With regular newborn doctor visits in Issaquah, problems can be identified early, giving you a chance to have them treated more easily. Our well-baby visits are also a good opportunity for you to ask our doctor all the questions that you have regarding the care of your baby. You can learn what to expect, what to look out for and what to do. Get in touch with us now to schedule for your newborn first check-up Issaquah
How Often Do I Need to Take My Baby for Checkups with the Doctor?
The first year of your child’s life is crucial in their growth and development. Your child will grow and change quickly. It is critical that you have at least 6 newborn wellness check Issaquah visits before their first birthday. We recommend that you set your infant wellness checks Issaquah appointments for when your child is 1 month, 2 months, 4 months, 6 months and 9 months old. However, if you are concerned about your child’s health, you shouldn’t wait to schedule a visit. You should contact Dr. Nicole Schick right away.
Is My Baby’s Growth and Development on Schedule?
Every child is unique. Well-baby visits are therefore the best way to understand the growth and development of your child. However, general milestones to look out for in the growth and development of your child include:
2 Months
At 2 months of age, most babies will be able to:
- Lift their head while lying on their stomach
- Loot at your face
- React when you talk to them as well as to loud sounds
6 Months
By this age many babies are able to:
- Sit and lean on their hands for support
- Rollover to their back from their stomach
- Recognize people they are familiar with
- Reach for objects
- Look at themselves in a mirror
4 Months
At the age of 4 months, many babies are able to:
- Make cooing sounds
- Hold items in their hands
- Bring their hands to their mouth
- Respond to people talking to them by making sounds
9 Months
By this age, many babies are capable of:
- Making intelligible sounds such as babababa or mamamama
- Sit up without support
- Look at you when you call their name
- Laugh and smile
- React when you leave
- Lift arms up to indicate that they want to be picked up
I am Worried about My Baby’s Development. What Should I Do?
If you have specific concerns about your child’s growth and development, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us. You don’t have to wait until your next check-up to raise your concerns. It is often easier to manage or avoid problems completely when they are addressed early. Get in touch with us right away and schedule an appointment. We’d be glad to be of service.
Call Dr. Nicole Schick for Answers to All Your Newborn Check-up Questions!
Want to schedule an appointment with Dr. Nicole Schick? Have questions about your child’s development? Contact us right now. A member of our team will be available to assist you in scheduling an appointment or simply answering your questions.
Services
Meet and Greet
Meet Dr. Schick personally during a complimentary 10-minute phone call or virtual meeting to determine whether she is the right fit to help you and your baby. You can discuss how she can best help meet your needs and goals.
No Charge
Initial Breastfeeding Consultation
One in-home visit to provide lactation support and breastfeeding counseling for a variety of concerns, addressing both infant and maternal issues related to breastfeeding. Issues addressed are covered above but this is not a comprehensive list. The visit is typically 90-120 minutes in length and includes seven days of support via telephone or text.
$400
Follow-up Breastfeeding Consultation
One in-home visit to address ongoing breastfeeding and lactation concerns after an initial consultation. These visits are typically 45-60 minutes in length and include seven days of support via telephone or text.
$200