What Real Pediatric Support Looks Like in the First Year

Let me be honest: The first year of parenting is a whirlwind. It’s beautiful and overwhelming, magical and exhausting. What you need most during this time is support — and not the kind that only shows up every few months at a well visit. I'm talking about real, ongoing, deeply personal support that adapts to your life.

That’s why I built Healthy Home Pediatrics around a different kind of care model. Here’s what true pediatric support looks like for our families in the first year:

1. Access When You Need It

Our families call me when they are worried and we talk. Our families can text us. Need to know if that rash looks normal? We’ve got you. Wondering if it’s time to start solids? We’re on it. You’re not alone and you don’t have to wait for an appointment to get help.

2. Care That Centers Around You

We make house calls or you come to our beautiful office in my garden. Yes, really. Whether you're postpartum, your baby is napping, or you just don’t want to deal with traffic, we come to you. And if you would like to come to us, come, take your shoes off and let me provide you with a cup of tea in our lovely office. Taking our time and being comfortable, helps us see your child in their real environment and build relationships with your whole family.

3. Emotional Check-Ins

Your baby isn’t the only one adjusting. We check on YOU, too. Your mental health matters. Your questions matter. The hard days matter. We hold space for that.

4. Guidance You Can Trust

We don’t believe in fear-based parenting or one-size-fits-all advice. We help you understand what’s normal, what’s not, and how to follow your own instincts with confidence.

5. Education that Empowers You

Our Newborn Course was born from years of sitting with families just like yours. It offers bite-sized videos, checklists, and real talk about those early months. It’s a companion for new parents who want to feel less overwhelmed and more informed.

If you’re expecting or have a baby under one, now is the perfect time to join HHP or sign up for our course. We’re ready to welcome you with care that centers your family, not just the medical chart.

You deserve a pediatrician who sees the whole picture. And we're honored to be that for you.

– Dr. J

Ready to get the support you deserve? Learn more about our Newborn Course and how it can guide you through those early weeks and months with confidence. Newborn Course Link