Schedule Your Child's Jaundice and Weight Check Today

Laurelwood Pediatrics provides comprehensive jaundice and weight checks for newborns and infants in Memphis, TN. Our physicians monitor bilirubin levels and growth patterns to keep your child developing properly. With over 66 years of combined experience since our founding in 1957, we deliver careful assessments and personalized guidance. Reach out to us to schedule your appointment.

Signs Your Child May Need a Jaundice or Weight Check

Knowing when your newborn needs medical attention helps prevent complications. Laurelwood Pediatrics offers prompt evaluations to address your concerns.

• Yellowing of skin or eyes after the first 24 hours
• Weight loss over 10% of birth weight
• Difficulty feeding or decreased appetite
• Fewer wet diapers than expected
• Lethargy or excessive sleepiness
• Dark-colored urine or pale stools
• Yellow discoloration on abdomen or limbs
• Concerns about inadequate milk intake

Our locally owned practice provides 24-hour access to an on-call nurse for urgent calls. Contact Laurelwood Pediatrics for timely evaluation.

Why Your Newborn May Require These Checks

Jaundice and weight monitoring are necessary during the first weeks of life. Laurelwood Pediatrics helps families navigate these critical early days with confidence.

• Newborn jaundice affects about 60% of full-term infants
• Premature babies have higher risk of elevated bilirubin
• Breastfeeding challenges can impact weight gain
• Early hospital discharge requires follow-up monitoring
• Blood type incompatibility between mother and baby
• Dehydration concerns during feeding establishment
• Identification of underlying health conditions
• Prevention of kernicterus and developmental delays

We accept most commercial insurance plans to make care accessible. Schedule your child's check with Laurelwood Pediatrics.

Why Choose Laurelwood Pediatrics

Our Memphis practice has served families for over six decades with dedication and skill. Laurelwood Pediatrics combines experience with convenience for comprehensive pediatric care.

• Over 66 years of combined physician experience
• Practice founded in 1957
• Patient portal access for booking appointments
• Round-the-clock nurse availability for urgent concerns
• Acceptance of most commercial insurance plans
• Locally owned and community-focused practice
• Thorough monitoring protocols for newborn health
• Compassionate guidance for new parents

Trust our experienced team to monitor your infant's health during these important first weeks. Bring your child to Laurelwood Pediatrics for professional assessment.

Contact Us

Laurelwood Pediatrics is here to support your family with timely jaundice and weight checks in Memphis, TN. Our physicians provide thorough evaluations and clear guidance for your newborn's health. We offer the assessment your child needs when you have questions about yellowing skin or feeding concerns.

Contact us to schedule your child's jaundice and weight check appointment.

Schedule a Visit to Ensure a Strong Start

The first few days at home with a newborn can be scary for many parents. You’re not sure whether the baby is eating enough, why their eyes look a bit yellow, or why days and nights seem mixed up. Don’t worry. You’re not alone. All of our patient families started exactly this way, and we have years of experience helping new parents through their first few weeks at home with a newborn.

Common Concerns from New Parents

Parents often worry about how their newborn is feeding. If they’re nursing, it’s hard to know when the milk “comes in,” how much the baby is drinking, and whether the latch is good. Bottle-fed babies aren’t much easier. It’s still hard to tell if they’re getting enough milk and what schedule to follow.

Many babies develop a yellow discoloration of their eyes and skin called jaundice. A certain amount of jaundice is normal, but too much can be harmful for babies.

New parents also struggle with what to do about the schedule. It seems that all babies get days and nights reversed. Their parents wonder whether it’s best to stick to a strict schedule or go with the flow.



The pediatricians at Laurelwood are here to help new parents with these and other concerns.

Why Come for a “Weight and Color Check” Visit

Evaluate your child’s feeding and how it is affecting their weight

• Discuss feeding and common nursing challenges
• Check her color and help manage newborn jaundice
• Discuss the schedule and learn tips to help your child orient to day and night routines
• Remind you that we’re here to help you, even before your next appointment

Let Laurelwood Pediatrics guide you through these important transitional moments.