The prenatal pediatric visit

Carlos López-Candiani

doi:10.18233/APM35No1pp69-73

Carlos López-Candiani Instituto Nacional de Pediatría

DOI: https://doi.org/10.18233/APM35No1pp69-73

Palabras clave: Prenatal care, prenatal evaluation,

Resumen

In Mexico, the prenatal pediatric visit is uncommon despite the advantages for the doctor, the family, and the child. It provides an opportunity to begin the doctor- family relationship, obtain medical information to identify potential risks in the mother and in the newborn, share information with the family on the care the infant will receive, and in case of special risks establish a plan of action where the parents participate in the medical decisions. It is also an opportunity to provide emotional support for the family and begin educating the parents in neonatal care.

Biografía del autor/a

Carlos López-Candiani, Instituto Nacional de Pediatría

Head of Neonatology Department

Citas

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