Most hospitals will ask for the name of your pediatrician when you’re admitted to deliver your baby, so give yourself plenty of time, remembering that some babies arrive early. Ask others you trustThe best options often come from personal recommendations by family, friends, relatives and colleagues who have kids. Try to ask people who share your approach to medical care and understand your needs and perspectives about parenting. Osteopaths, family medicine providers and pediatric nurse practitioners do as well. You can check the certifications of pediatric medical doctors, family medicine doctors, and doctors of osteopathic medicine online.

Source: New York Times August 28, 2020 17:03 UTC