Infant & Newborn Services
Your baby's first months are filled with important milestones, and plenty of questions. We are here to help with regular visits, personalized care, careful monitoring, and the confidence-building support every new parent deserves.
Choosing a pediatrician before your baby arrives
The third trimester is the ideal time to choose your pediatrician. Expecting parents from across the Bayou Region and surrounding parishes are invited to schedule a complimentary 30-minute prenatal consultation to meet our team, tour the office, and discuss any questions or concerns. Establishing your pediatric home before your baby arrives provides peace of mind and one less thing to worry about during those first hectic weeks.
The newborn visit schedule
Newborns are seen frequently, and for good reason. After the initial visit at 3 to 5 days of age, we schedule checkups at 2 weeks, 1 month, 2 months, 4 months, 6 months, 9 months, and 12 months, with additional weight checks whenever feeding or growth concerns arise. This consistent schedule allows us to monitor your baby's health closely and identify concerns such as jaundice, slow weight gain, reflux, hip dysplasia, and developmental delays as early as possible, when intervention is most effective.
Answers to your questions about feeding, sleep, and more
New parents often have lots of questions, and chances are we have heard them before: Is my baby getting enough to eat? Why won't they sleep? Is this diaper count normal? Should I be worried about this rash? We encourage you to bring those questions to every visit, or call us between appointments. That is exactly what we are here for.
We support breastfeeding, formula feeding, and combination feeding, offering guidance tailored to your family's needs. When additional support is helpful, we work closely with local lactation consultants to ensure you have access to the resources and expertise you need.
Working with your hospital and OB
We work closely with Thibodaux Regional, Terrebonne General, and other Bayou Region hospitals where our patients are born. Our team coordinates the transfer of discharge records, follows up on newborn screening results, and ensures a smooth transition from the hospital to home, so your baby's care remains seamless from day one.
Complimentary Prenatal Consultation
Meet our team before your baby arrives. We offer a complimentary prenatal consultation where you can get to know our providers, ask questions, and feel confident in choosing the right pediatric home for your growing family.
Newborn Checkups
Your baby's first visit can take place as early as three days after birth, followed by regular checkups throughout the first months to monitor growth, development, and overall well-being.
Breastfeeding Support
We provide practical, compassionate support for breastfeeding, formula feeding, or combination feeding. When additional assistance is needed, we coordinate closely with local lactation consultants to help you meet your feeding goals.
Infant Weight Checks
Between scheduled visits, we offer convenient weight checks to ensure your baby is growing well and receiving the nutrition they need.
Sleep & Feeding Consultations
Get trusted, real-world guidance on feeding schedules, sleep habits, and establishing healthy routines that work for both your baby and your family.
Circumcision Care
We provide comprehensive aftercare guidance, healing assessments, and parent education to support a smooth recovery following circumcision.
Reflux & Colic Management
If your baby is struggling with reflux, colic, or persistent fussiness, we offer thorough evaluation, practical comfort strategies, and individualized care plans to help your family find relief.
First-Time Parent Guidance
No question is too small when it comes to your child's health. We encourage you to ask whatever is on your mind and are here to provide the guidance, reassurance, and support every new parent deserves.
Common questions from parents
Give Your Child a Healthy Start
Schedule a meet-and-greet before baby arrives, or your first newborn visit after.