It occurred to me the other day that in all my years of writing for Mommybites, I have neglected to discuss one of the most important relationships in a parent’s life. Sure, I’ve written about a mom’s relationship with her partner, her children, her friends, her co-workers and even with herself. But in addition to these (and, in fact, in some cases above these), one of the most important relationships any mom/parent can have is with her… pediatrician.
I was really lucky when my sister-in-law recommended her pediatrician to me. We have now been with Dr. O. (from Weill Cornell Medical Associates) for over 10 years. My kids love him, my husband loves him, the grandparents love him and I love him. More importantly, I trust him. I trust his whole team. I can’t tell you how many times, when I have been worried about the health of one of my boys, that my husband or mom has asked me, “What did Jackie say?” Jackie is a pediatric R.N. at Weill Cornell Medical Associates and no matter how mundane my question, she always calls me back, always calms me down and always has great advice. I feel the same way about Dr. O and all the pediatricians there.
Here’s to what I will say from now on when I am asked for parenting advice: “Find a really good pediatrician that works with outstanding people. It’s one of the most important relationships you will have as a parent.”
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