Questions to Ask While Interviewing Pediatricians

Picking a paediatrician is a big decision and for some parents…but it is a bit of an odd experience: Not many of us interview 5 dentists before choosing one.

What should you ask? How do you know you’re choosing the right one for your baby…and you?

How to Choose a Paediatrician

When you interview health care providers for your baby, there are two main areas you want to learn about: general philosophy – someone who is in sync with your approach to wellness and who will support you on your parenting journey – and the nitty-gritty of how the office is run.

Parents often change paediatricians not because of the doctor themselves, but because of how the office is run!

Questions to Ask a Paediatrician

When you’re interviewing a paediatrician, take this list of questions with you: 

• Do you support breastfeeding? How so? Whom do you recommend as a lactation consultant when a mom has problems?
• What are the early signs of breastfeeding problems…and what is the best way to avoid problems?
• Do you recommend using formula?
• What is your stance on immunizations?
• What are 4-5 ways you would recommend to prevent illness in a baby?
• Are there other doctors/nurse practitioners/physician's assistants in the practise?
• Who sees me if my child is sick? Who sees me in an after-hours emergency?
• Do you have sick and well visitor entrances?
• How long is the usual wait to be seen, after a family arrives in office?
• Do you take my insurance plan?
• What are your office hours?

Putting in the time to choose the best doctor and practise for your baby is well worth it! Good luck!

Descargo de responsabilidad: La información en nuestro sitio NO es un consejo médico para ninguna persona o condición específica. Solo se proporciona como información general. Si tiene alguna pregunta o preocupación médica sobre su hijo o sobre usted mismo, por favor contacte a su proveedor de salud. La leche materna es la mejor fuente de nutrición para los bebés. Es importante que, en preparación para la lactancia y durante la misma, las madres lleven una dieta saludable y equilibrada. La combinación de lactancia materna y alimentación con biberón en las primeras semanas de vida puede reducir la producción de leche materna y es difícil revertir la decisión de no amamantar. Si decide utilizar fórmula infantil, debe seguir las instrucciones cuidadosamente.