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If possible, the family should meet the baby's doctor before the birth. If the baby has a health problem, the obstetricians following the pregnancy communicate with the pediatricians. Having a pediatrician, or preferably a neonatologist, present at birth is important in case risks arise during delivery.
The first minutes after birth are important for preventing many conditions the baby might experience throughout life. Under ideal conditions, a vaginal birth if possible, placing the baby on the mother's chest immediately, and bringing the baby to the breast in the first minutes, perhaps before the umbilical cord is cut, are the first steps toward a healthy, long life.
To prevent health risks during these procedures, a pediatric specialist at every birth, a neonatologist for babies at risk, and a baby nurse to support the baby in the first minutes of life are recommended.
