6 symptoms you should never ignore in your newborn
Know when to take your infant to the pediatrician.
Jan, 2026
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It can be a delicate balance when you’re a new parent. You may not want to call your pediatrician for every little hiccup, cough. or bump. But you also don't want to overlook potentially serious health issues.
So how do you know when your baby should be checked out by a medical professional? We spoke with William Thomas, DO, a family medicine physician in Christianburg, Virginia, to learn about some of the symptoms that may be cause for concern.
Written byOlivia DeLong.
Medically reviewed byJoanne Perron, MD.
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