Raleigh Group Offers Prenatal Consultations
These days, most pediatricians encourage expectant mothers and their partners to visit their selected pediatrician for a routine prenatal consultation during the third trimester. This is the best way to establish a relationship with your child’s soon-to-be doctor, as well as getting any lingering questions answered. Becoming a new parent can be overwhelming, but Raleigh Group is prepared to be your baby’s patient-centered medical home from the very first day.
What is a Prenatal Consultation?
Simply put, a prenatal consultation is a routine appointment that we recommend as part of your baby’s care plan before they’re born. For the majority of your pregnancy, you should have an established relationship with an OBGYN. However, as you progress towards the end of your third and final trimester, your doctor may suggest you visit a pediatrician to ensure your child is set on the path to health the moment they take their first breath! The more we know about you and your baby before they’re born, the better prepared we can be to treat any issues that might arise.
Why is a Prenatal Consultation Important?
Prenatal consultation is vital to the health of both mom and her baby. Regular visits allow doctors to address issues (if any) and prevent others. Prenatal consultations are also an ideal opportunity to prepare for your baby’s future.
Establish Pediatrician-Family Relationship
Setting up a prenatal appointment with your pediatrician is the start of an important relationship! A visit like this allows you and other supportive adults to meet the team who is caring for their child/grandchild/niece or nephew. Visiting a pediatrician before your baby is born is a wonderful way to gain confidence and get your questions answered by one of our knowledgeable doctors or nurses.
Tell Us About Your Family
As we’ve mentioned, Raleigh Group is a patient-centered medical home, which means we’re dedicated to providing parents with the resources they need to ensure the well-being of their little ones. In addition to becoming comfortable with your pediatrician, it’s our chance to meet you, gather some family history, and determine if there are any additional details we should know about you or your baby’s health prior to birth. The more we know, the better we can help you prepare for what comes next. This includes any potential hereditary issues, valued cultural beliefs, or even lifestyle habits.
Enhance Your Parenting Skills
A prenatal consultation is the best time for expecting parents to ask questions about what comes next. It’s our job to provide you with guidance and you can rest assured that we’ve heard and seen just about everything. You can use this time to learn about everything from changing a diaper to breastfeeding. There are no silly questions! Our doctors have helped hundreds of new parents find their footing, and be a resource long after their children are born!
Address High-Risk Issues
One of the most important elements of visiting a pediatrician for a prenatal visit is for us to learn about any important family details, such as pre-existing conditions, congenital diseases, and other issues. If your pediatrician knows about these items ahead of time, we can help you plan and make arrangements if necessary.
Raleigh Group is Here From Day 1
Scheduling a prenatal appointment with your selected Raleigh Group pediatrician is a great step in the right direction when it comes to the health and wellness of your child. Once you’ve established us as your child’s PCMH, you can depend on us to be there every step of the way. From newborn to teen, we grow and learn with your family. Our expert Memphis pediatricians are dedicated to guiding growing households of all sizes.