Looking for a caring and compassionate newborn doctor in or around Saginaw, MI? Dr. Gayatri Shanker and the team at Caring Pediatric Partners are committed to providing the care your little one needs. 

Importance of Establishing a Relationship with a Pediatrician 

 Having a new baby is both incredible and overwhelming. You want to do everything right for them, but knowing what that is can be hard to determine – and it doesn’t get much easier as they grow. However, there is one step you can take for both you and your baby: establishing a relationship with a newborn doctor. Dr. Shanker and the team at Caring Pediatric Partners in Saginaw, MI, share why this step is so important below. 

A Pediatrician Is a Childhood Partner 

 Unless you move away or choose to change doctors at some point, your pediatrician will be with you through every stage of your baby’s development. And that will continue as they grow into toddlers and teens. They don’t just have to be a visit you check off of your to-do list. They can partner with you to ensure every stage is the healthiest and most fulfilling it can be. 

Early Detection and Intervention

 At each visit, your pediatrician will monitor your little one’s growth and development. This gives them an in-depth look into your child and how they are doing. When they know your child, it’s easier for them to detect potential issues or changes that signify your child might need some additional care. By detecting and addressing these problems early, your child has a much higher chance of successfully overcoming whatever they face. 

Help for Parents 

 Again, having a baby can be overwhelming, but your pediatrician can make it less so. From helping you navigate breastfeeding and sleep routines to bonding with your little one and postpartum depression, your baby’s pediatrician can be as valuable a resource for you as for your baby. 

Dr. Shanker and our team at Caring Pediatric Partners of Saginaw, MI, are committed to helping both parents and their little ones get a healthy, joyful start. Call (989) 793-1095 to schedule an appointment with our newborn doctor today.