Finding the Perfect Pediatrician for Your Family
At East Portland Pediatric Clinic, we love connecting with expecting parents looking for newborn care. That’s why we offer free in-office or virtual meet-and-greets with our pediatricians before your baby arrives. We’re here to help you feel confident and prepared to care for your little one.
During a meet-and-greet, we’ll talk about how our office works, you’ll meet our team and we’ll go over our approach to pediatric care. The most important part of choosing a pediatrician is finding someone you feel comfortable with—someone who listens to you and earns your trust. We’d love for you to stop by and see if we’re the right fit for your family.
- What are your office hours?
- How can I contact someone after hours?
- How soon can I get an appointment if my child is sick?
- Who can I reach out to if I have questions about my baby?
- Do you adhere to the standard vaccine schedule?
- What usually happens during routine wellness visits?
Welcoming Your Child Into the World
After your baby is born, one of our pediatricians will check on them within 24 hours or sooner if needed. We offer newborn care at OHSU Adventist Health Portland and Providence Portland Medical Center. If you’d like us to be your child’s pediatrician, just let your nurse know, and they’ll make sure to notify us when your baby arrives. If you deliver at another hospital, their newborn doctors will handle the initial exams, and we’ll see your baby at our clinic at your first visit.
Our pediatricians are here to make your baby’s transition into the world as smooth as possible. During hospital visits, we’ll do a thorough exam to check your baby’s vital signs, reflexes and overall health. It’s also a great time to chat about any questions or concerns you might have.
Your Baby's First Appointment
This will be two to three days after you leave the hospital, so give us a call as soon as you know your discharge date. During this visit, we’ll check your baby’s growth, do a physical exam and answer any questions you might have after those first few nights at home. We’ll also ask about your baby’s feeding schedule, diapers and where they’re sleeping.
- A full physical exam
- Weight check
- Jaundice screening
- Feeding support
- Postpartum depression screening
- Plenty of time to answer your questions
We'll Be Seeing a Lot of Each Other
Your baby is going to grow and change so much in those first few weeks and months, and we’re here to support you every step of the way. If you’re worried about how your baby is growing, we offer free weight check visits. Some babies may need bilirubin checks in the first few days, and we can do those right here in our office—no need to visit a hospital lab. Plus, we’re always just a phone call away if you need us.
During your baby’s regular check-ups, we’ll answer your questions as well as track their growth and development. After the first visit, we’ll need to see your baby for well visits regularly in their first year. Here’s the schedule:
- 3-5 days
- 2 weeks
- 1 month
- 2 months
- 4 months
- 6 months
- 9 months
- 12 months