What can i expect at my baby's first checkup?

Full review and exam: A thorough review of the pregnancy, delivery and hospital course should be done at your baby's first checkup. Additionally, family history and the baby's feeding, sleeping and elimination patterns should be discussed. The baby should have a full examination including measurements of head, length and weight, and any questions or concerns you have should be addressed.

Complete exam: Your doctor will examine your baby from head to toe to look for any signs of underlying illness. Examination of the skin is important to detect jaundice and other newborn rashes. A heart exam is important to make sure your baby has not developed a heart murmur (this can develop even within days of birth). Also, your baby's weight and feeding will be assessed to make sure he is feeding well.

Checkup: Your baby' first exam will take place within the first 24 hours of his birth. It consists or an examination from head to toe. Upon discharge from the hospital the american academy of pediatrics recommends an exam at 5 days if age to make sure that the baby isn't jaundiced. And that you are nursing properly.

Multiple issues : Your pediatrician will review a number of important medical areas including weight gain, feeding, review of elimination and sleep. A review of the baby’s stay in the hospital and lab testing will be conducted.