All babies come into this world with a set of reflexes to ensure that they survive and thrive. Sometimes it might be tough to figure out the point of some of these reflexes (the fencing reflex, for starters).| What to Expect
In the rush of excitement at meeting your newborn (and the flurry of activity in those first hours post-delivery), you might not realize your little one gets his very first well-baby checkup, including a physical exam, while you’re still in the hospital — either from your chosen pediatrician or a staff pediatrician.| What to Expect
Though most babies are born healthy and stay that way, a very small percentage are apparently healthy at birth and then get sick because of a metabolic disorder — which can be potentially life-threatening if left undetected and untreated.| What to Expect
Babies are pretty darn smart right from the start. Healthy babies are born with basic motor responses, known as newborn reflexes, that help them survive and thrive in their brand new environment.| What to Expect