Keywords
parenting, newborn care, postpartum, emergency medicine, breastfeeding, sleep training, parental advice, baby health, parenting myths, Dr. Kailey Buller
Summary
In this episode of Prepared for Parenthood, Dr. Kailey Buller, a double-board-certified physician in emergency and family medicine, shares her insights on postpartum and newborn care. She discusses common parental concerns, the importance of seeking medical advice when worried, a checklist of the most important concerns with which to seek emergency care, and the challenges of breastfeeding and sleep for new parents. Dr. Buller emphasizes the need for flexibility in parenting and provides practical advice from her new book, Surviving Tiny Humans: The Messy Truth About Parenting and Your Guide to Baby's First Year.
Takeaways
~If you're worried about your baby’s physical health, you should always consult a medical doctor.
~Dr. Buller provides an important list for parents that includes five symptoms, four injuries, and three features of a fever that she would want parents to bring their child into the emergency room for evaluation.
~It's important to adapt all parenting strategies as needed. Parents should be skeptical of any blanket advice regarding parenting as there is often a sub-context from the provider.
~Breastfeeding and sleep challenges are common for new parents and are not a reflection of a parent's ability to care for their child.
~In both feeding and sleep issues, support and methods can vary widely and should be tailored to the needs of the whole family.
~Support systems play a significant role in new family success. Seek out professional support if needed.
~Dr. Buller's book, Surviving Tiny Humans: The Messy Truth About Parenting and Your Guide to Baby's First Year, provides practical advice for new parents.
Guest Contact:
Website: https://www.vitalswithdrbuller.com/
Book: Surviving Tiny Humans: The Messy Truth About Parenting and Your Guide to Baby's First Year
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