This is a set of medical services that includes an examination of the newborn by a doctor or medical worker, consultations on childcare, recommendations on breastfeeding and vaccination. Primary patronage of a newborn is carried out in the first days after discharge from the maternity hospital and is an important stage in supporting the baby’s health. In addition, patronage helps parents reduce anxiety and receive support in caring for the child.
Patronage
Patronage
The first days of a newborn’s life are extremely important for every family. The clinic “Oxford Medical” in Kyiv offers professional patronage of newborns, which helps ensure a healthy start for your child. Our doctors and medical specialists are always ready to provide caring support so that you feel confident and calm about your baby. Patronage of a newborn includes regular visits by a doctor to your home, allowing specialists to monitor the baby’s health, promptly detect possible problems, and provide the necessary recommendations for harmonious development.
What is patronage and its types
There are the following types of newborn care:
Primary patronage
Prenatal patronage
Helps pregnant women prepare for childbirth and parenthood. This service includes consultations with doctors on proper nutrition, physical activity, and emotional preparation. In addition, future parents receive information about childbirth, newborn care, and the first steps in parenthood.
Postnatal patronage
Focused on supporting the health of the mother and child after childbirth. It includes examinations, assistance with breastfeeding, and monitoring the baby’s development. This service helps to detect problems in time, contributes to the mother’s recovery and the child’s harmonious development.
How to make the visit comfortable for the child and parents
The first visit of a pediatrician to your home may cause some anxiety. However, the primary medical patronage of a newborn in the “Oxford Medical” clinic is fully aimed at creating comfortable conditions for the child and parents. Our specialists know how to make the visit convenient and unobtrusive while ensuring a high level of medical support.
Patronage of a child under one year includes not only regular examinations but also psychological support for parents. Medical staff provide advice on newborn skin care, breastfeeding, and disease prevention. This ensures the harmonious development of the baby and minimizes stress for the whole family.
What is included in patronage?
Patronage of newborns at “Oxford Medical” covers the following procedures and services:
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examination of the child by a pediatrician;
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assessment of the mother’s health condition after childbirth;
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recommendations on proper breastfeeding;
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consultations on vaccination and disease prevention;
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monitoring the child’s development according to age norms;
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a second patronage of the newborn to timely detect possible developmental deviations;
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patronage of an infant to ensure proper physical and psychological development.
Patronage of premature babies includes a special approach and individual recommendations aimed at ensuring optimal conditions for their growth and development. Medical staff also provide pediatric patronage visits to the newborn to monitor all necessary health parameters.
Tips for maintaining the newborn’s health
During the primary patronage of a newborn, ask the doctor all the questions that concern you. This will help dispel fears and feel confident in parenthood.
Follow the doctor’s recommendations on breastfeeding and childcare.
Monitor the baby’s sleep and nutrition schedule.
Ensure comfortable conditions at home, especially proper temperature and timely hygiene.
Patronage of newborns: price at “Oxford Medical” clinic
Prices for newborn care services may vary depending on the procedures selected. For up-to-date information, please contact our administrator. You can find out the price in advance here.
Our clinic offers professional medical care for children of all ages, including newborns, infants, and premature babies. If you do not know when and how to call for care for a newborn, our consultants are always ready to help you organize a visit.
Frequently Asked Questions about patronage
What is patronage?
Patronage is a set of medical measures aimed at monitoring the health of a newborn and providing recommendations on childcare. It includes initial and subsequent visits of a doctor or medical worker to the baby’s home.
How long does newborn patronage last?
The duration of newborn patronage depends on the child’s condition and the pediatrician’s recommendations. Usually, patronage lasts up to one year with periodic examinations every few months.
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