It does take a village to raise a child. As a first-time mom, I learned this to be true from the moment I found out I was pregnant. Our small village started with my own mother, of course, who had to rush here at home to help me while my husband was at work, and I was on bed rest for almost a month.

Eventually, our village grew bigger as my family and friends would check up on me from time to time asking me how I am, offering me tips on how to walk in this new territory that is motherhood. Now that I’m nearing my ninth month, messages would pop up asking me if there’s anything else I need for baby’s arrival! The support is inspiring and encouraging.

With this community, I learned to ask, speak out, and listen, since everything is new to me. I am amazed with everyone’s generosity in sharing their time and experiences!

When my baby comes out, this village will definitely expand. For one, we need to have a pediatrician on board. As usual, I asked my mom friends how they chose their pediatrician as this clueless mom to be needed help! I mulled over their answers, and here is the list of considerations I came up with based on their responses. If you’re also a first-time mom like me, I hope this helps you in choosing your pedia, too!

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