Expectant Patients
We’re here to offer support and guidance as you prepare for your baby's arrival
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Meet & Greets
Expectant parents are welcome to attend a Meet & Greet before their baby arrives. These visits are an opportunity to tour the office, get familiar with our space, and ask general questions about newborn care and how our practice works.
Meet & Greets are informal and informational. They are not medical appointments and do not include an exam or provider-specific consultation. Their purpose is to help parents feel prepared and comfortable before their baby’s first visit.
To learn more or ask about upcoming Meet & Greets, please call our office at 252-329-7337. Information may also be shared on our Facebook page.
Planning Ahead for Your Baby’s Care
Preparing ahead can make the first days with your newborn feel a little easier. Parents are welcome to contact Children’s Health Services at any point during pregnancy with questions or to learn more about getting started.
Before calling to register your newborn, we ask that families review our current vaccine policy so expectations are clear from the beginning.
Newborns are typically seen for their first pediatric visit within 3–4 days after birth, depending on hospital discharge. Our team will help guide you through scheduling and what to expect once your baby arrives.
Your Baby’s First Pediatric Visit
Newborn visits are typically scheduled shortly after birth. During your baby’s first appointment, providers will:
- Review birth and hospital information
- Check weight, feeding, and growth
- Screen for jaundice and early development
- Answer questions about feeding, sleep, and newborn care
- Explain what to expect in the first weeks and months
Our physicians also make hospital visits to see newborns delivered at Vidant Medical Center. Depending on delivery time, providers visit either before or after office hours.
Expectant Parent FAQs
Helpful information as you prepare for your baby’s arrival
Parents are welcome to contact our office at any point during pregnancy with questions or to learn more about our practice. Many families reach out ahead of delivery to plan next steps.
Yes. We offer Meet & Greets, which allow expectant parents to tour the office, get familiar with our space, and ask general questions before their baby arrives. These visits are informational and do not include medical care or exams.
Newborns are typically seen for their first visit within 3–4 days after birth, depending on when they are discharged from the hospital. Our team will help schedule this once your baby is born.
Our physicians make hospital visits to see newborns delivered at ECU Health. Visit timing depends on when your baby is born and may occur before or after office hours.
Yes. Before calling to register your newborn, families are asked to review our vaccine policy so expectations are clear from the start. For newborn patients, the Vitamin K injection is required prior to establishing care.
Ready to Schedule Your Child’s Visit?
We’re here to support your family with care that’s trusted, accessible, and centered on your child’s health.
