Information for Mother's 6 Week Check-up

It is recommended that women take their infants for a well-baby check-up within 2-4 days of delivery.  During this time your doctor will do a physical examination of the infant to ensure good health and will discuss upcoming vaccinations and other important information.  However, don’t let the doctor do all of the talking.  Before your visit, write down a list of questions or concerns that you may have and be prepared to ask the doctor on this visit.

Remember that in the postpartum period you will need to sign your baby up for insurance.  Your baby is only covered for 30 days under your insurance, so it is very important to contact your case worker in the first 30 days to make sure your baby has insurance.

At your six week check-up, your doctor will want to make sure that you are healing correctly after delivery, but this is also a time when you can ask your doctor questions.  Again, write a list of any questions or concerns you may have about your new baby or your body, and discuss those questions or concerns with your doctor on this visit.

During your check-up, you should discuss:
  • Any concerns or questions you may have concerning breastfeeding
  • Any pain or tenderness you still feel
  • Vaginal discharge
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Problems with urination
  • Constipation
  • Weight loss
  • Exercise
  • Concerns about postpartum depression
  • When to resume sexual activity and contraception
Postpartum Depression is more than typical “baby blues.”  Most women experience some sort of anxiety or sadness following the birth of their baby, but if these feelings continue for more than about 7-10 days, contact your doctor.  “Baby blues” should not last past a few weeks and should not get progressively worse.


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Disclaimer:  This information is meant for educational purposes only and cannot replace medical advice.  Contact your doctor about any concerns you have.