Choosing a pediatrician is one of the many important decisions you’ll make as you prepare to welcome a new baby. Your pediatrician will be there for everything from those first newborn checkups and developmental milestones to sick visits, questions and the moments when you simply need reassurance.
At Children’s Medical Group (CMG), we’ve been partnering with Central Mississippi families since 1948. We know parenting comes with a lot of questions, a few sleepless nights and more milestones than you can count. Here’s what we believe parents should look for when choosing a pediatrician — and how CMG supports families from the very beginning.
Do You Feel Comfortable Asking Questions?
Newborns don’t come with an instruction manual, and no parent is expected to have all the answers. Your pediatrician should be someone you feel comfortable turning to with questions, whether they’re about feeding and sleep or a concern you aren’t quite sure how to explain.
At CMG, personalized care is at the heart of what we do. Our pediatricians and pediatric-trained nurses work closely with families to make sure every child is seen, heard and supported. We want parents to feel comfortable asking questions and confident that they have a trusted partner throughout their child’s development.
Does Their Approach to Newborn Care Feel Right for Your Family?
Every baby is different, and every family is, too. Look for a pediatrician who combines medical expertise with an understanding of your individual child’s needs.
A newborn consultation is a great time to talk about topics like feeding, sleep, growth and development, vaccinations and preventive care. It’s also an opportunity to understand how your pediatrician approaches decision-making and communication with parents.
CMG combines decades of pediatric experience with modern, evidence-based medicine and a family-first approach to care. Our goal isn’t simply to care for your child when they’re sick. We want to build a relationship with your family and provide consistent, compassionate care from your baby’s first days through young adulthood.
What Happens When Your Baby Is Sick?
Well-child visits are only one part of pediatric care. Babies can get sick unexpectedly, and parents should know where they can turn when they need help. Ask about sick appointments, how quickly your child can typically be seen and what options are available outside of regular office hours.
CMG offers same-day sick appointments at all four of our locations. Our Jackson office also offers After-Hours Care during evenings and weekends, because children don’t always get sick between 9 and 5. Having those options can make it easier to get your child the care they need when an unexpected fever, cough or other concern arises.
Is the Practice Convenient for Your Family?
You’ll see your pediatrician frequently during your baby’s first year, so convenience matters more than you might think. Consider the office location, hours and appointment availability — not just for routine checkups, but for the days when your child wakes up sick.
CMG has four convenient locations throughout the Jackson metro area in Jackson, Clinton, Madison and Richland. With multiple locations, same-day sick appointments and After-Hours Care available at our Jackson office, families have more options for accessing pediatric care when they need it.
Does the Practice Have the Experience to Grow With Your Child?
Your relationship with a pediatrician doesn’t end after the newborn stage. Ideally, you’re choosing a practice that can care for your child through infancy, childhood, the teenage years and into young adulthood.
CMG has cared for Mississippi children since 1948. Today, our team includes 11 board-certified pediatricians along with pediatric-trained nurses who bring together decades of experience caring for children at every stage.
From your baby’s first checkup to your teenager’s last sports physical, our goal is to provide the consistent care and familiar relationships families can rely on year after year.
Start Your Child’s Care With CMG
Choosing a pediatrician before your baby arrives can help you feel a little more prepared for everything that comes next.
Preparing to welcome a new baby? Schedule a newborn care consultation with Children’s Medical Group and discover why generations of Central Mississippi families have trusted CMG with their children’s care.