Newborn & New Parent Guide: Checklists, First Weeks & Baby Care

Whether you’re still preparing or already home with your baby, this guide collects everything on Pediatric.me for expecting and new parents: what to pack, what to buy, and what to expect in the first weeks.

Before baby arrives

• Baby Registry Checklist
• Newborn Essentials
• Nursery Setup Checklist
• Hospital Bag Checklist
• Partner’s Hospital Bag Checklist
• Choosing a Car Seat

The first weeks at home

• First Week Home With Baby: A Survival Guide
• New Mom Checklist: Postpartum and Newborn Essentials
• Newborn Sleep and Safe Sleep Guide
• Is It Safe to Let Others Hold Your Newborn?
• Colic and Soothing a Crying Baby

Doctor visits

• First Pediatrician Visit Checklist
• How to Choose a Pediatrician
• Find a Pediatrician Near You

Feeding and growth

• Complete Baby Feeding Guide
• Baby Development Milestones: Birth to 24 Months
• Free Baby Milestone Tracker

When your baby is sick

• Sick Child Guide: Fever, Colds and When to Call

Any fever of 100.4°F (38°C) or higher in a baby under 3 months old needs a call to your pediatrician right away. This page is for general information and is not a substitute for medical advice.