- posted: Jan. 11, 2024
When you find out that you are pregnant it's easy to get carried away and start making a million plans. But before you get too carried away an important first step that can help you make all the future decisions is to attend a prenatal visit with your child's future pediatricians at Southwest Children's Clinic in West Jordan, UT.
Common Concerns
The goal of a prenatal visit is to provide you with the answers, so bring along every question you may have. But if you're looking for some guidance regarding the most common concerns, below are a few important topics.
Children get sick more often than adults, so sick visits are likely something you'll have to deal with, and you'll want to know how the practice handles these and if same-day visits are available.
Preventive care takes many forms and although all pediatrician practices will typically offer the same services, you can ask about what you can expect during well-child visits, how many you should expect to have, and how immunizations are handled, among others. It's all important information for new parents to get to know.
Why So Early?
It's always a good idea to plan early, but it's especially important to make as many preparations as possible before your baby arrives. If you think things are hectic now, wait until you are sent home from the hospital with a brand-new baby.
This is why so many experts recommend that you choose your child's pediatrician months before they are born. It gives you a chance to get acquainted with your future doctor and get to know the practice and the office you and your child will be visiting for years to come.
Prenatal Visits in West Jordan, UT
Prenatal visits are an excellent way to get to know your West Jordan, UT, pediatrician so if you're expecting, it's not too early to schedule a visit with your Southwest Children's Clinic experts by dialing (801) 563-1975.
