There are a lot of newborn appointments, and they’re all important, says an expert at UChicago Medicine. Learn why. I have selective memories about those first few months with my new baby. Years later ...

At her first prenatal appointment for her first pregnancy, Shana Westlake of Beacon, New York, remembers entering her OB-GYN's office full of anxiety. "They took my blood pressure, and it was ...

You will be expected to bring proof of insurance and other medical records to a doctor’s appointment. You will also need to complete different types of paperwork to protect your privacy and ensure ...

Important paperwork to take to a doctor’s appointment includes insurance cards, medical records, and a list of current medications. However, the necessary paperwork may vary depending on the ...

Preparing well for a doctor’s appointment can ensure a person gets the most out of their time with the doctor and covers everything necessary, including questions and concerns. A person can feel more ...

A new mother has shared her frustration over her mother-in-law's (MIL) behavior during and after the birth of her first child. "She was on the phone FaceTiming, making calls, putting the camera in my ...

Haupt is a health and wellness editor at TIME. Haupt is a health and wellness editor at TIME. Primary care doctors have heard it all—yet there are four words they hope their patients don’t say. Here’s ...

Taking time to prepare for your doctor’s appointment can help ensure you make the most of your time and cover everything important to you. This can include writing down your questions beforehand and ...