7 Questions to Ask Your Pediatrician Before Birth (U.S.)

Choosing a pediatrician before birth can feel overwhelming. In this video, you’ll learn the 7 questions to ask your pediatrician before your baby arrives so you know exactly who to trust after delivery.

Hi, I’m Cherry — a certified maternal & newborn nurse and postpartum coach. I’ve helped hundreds of families pick a pediatrician with confidence, and today I’ll guide you through office hours, sick-visit access, bilirubin follow-ups, vaccine approach, feeding support, and what to expect during that first newborn visit.

We’ll cover:
• The 7 questions that reveal whether a pediatrician is a good fit
• How to book before birth (exact script to use)
• What newborn access should look like in the first 48 hours
• Feeding + weight check expectations
• Vaccine clarity and evidence-based care
• Portal messaging, forms, and insurance tips for working moms
• Red flags to trust when choosing your baby’s provider

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Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction: Choosing the Right Pediatrician
00:23 Quick Tips for Finding a Pediatrician
00:45 Meet Your Postpartum Coach
01:25 Seven Essential Questions to Ask
01:30 Question 1: First Week Plan
02:28 Question 2: Sick Visits and After Hours
03:16 Question 3: Breastfeeding and Lactation Support
04:12 Question 4: Vaccine Schedule and Evidence-Based Care
04:48 Question 5: Practice Size and Continuity
05:37 Question 6: Patient Portal Features
06:18 Question 7: Logistics and Billing
07:25 How to Book Before Birth
08:04 Red Flags to Watch Out For
08:29 Making the Final Decision
09:17 Conclusion and Next Steps

DISCLAIMER:
While I am a registered nurse and a certified family nurse practitioner, I am not your medical provider. This video, and the ideas presented in it, are for entertainment and informational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice. It is your responsibility to take all necessary steps to independently verify and ascertain that any information you choose to rely on or take action based on this video is accurate, as we are not responsible for using the information obtained from this video.