Next Up: Call the Pediatrician!
Join Dr. Zyra O’Connor on Sunday, September 7 at 7 pm for Episode 4 of Baby Talk: Call the Pediatrician! Learn the most common newborn issues, what’s normal, and when you actually need to pick up the phone for help.
Becoming a parent is life-changing—and let’s be honest, it is a little overwhelming. From hospital delivery rooms to sleepless nights at home, the newborn stage comes with plenty of questions, surprises, and “is this normal?” moments.
That’s why Community Care Physicians is offering a new Baby Talk Series—a collection of free, virtual sessions designed to guide parents through the early days with confidence, clarity, and a little bit of humor.
Whether you’re expecting your first baby, navigating those early newborn weeks, or adjusting to life with a preemie, our pediatric experts are here to help.
What You’ll Learn
Each session in the series focuses on a different stage of newborn care, giving you practical advice and answers to questions many parents don’t think to ask until they’re right in the thick of it. Check out the episode descriptions below to see what’s coming up and use the buttons to register for each—or all—session(s).
Why Attend?
- Ask questions live during each session
- Attend from anywhere—all sessions are virtual
- Led by real pediatric experts who care for newborns every day
- Totally free and open to all parents and caregivers
Join the Conversation
You don’t have to go at it alone. The Baby Talk Series is your chance to hear from experienced pediatricians and advanced practitioners—who also happen to be parents themselves. Whether you attend one session or all of them, you’ll leave feeling more informed, supported, and ready for whatever your newborn throws your way (figuratively and literally).
Ready to Join? Register for Each Session Below
Episode 1 – Welcoming Baby: What to Expect in the Hospital on July 29 at 7 pm with Dr. Melissa Deimling, Community Care Pediatrics – Latham
Understand what really happens during those first hours after delivery—how your baby is cared for, what you’ll be doing, and how to advocate for your needs.
Episode 2 – Newborn Sleep – Will I Ever Get Some? What to Expect and How to Survive on August 10 at 7 pm with Dr. Kristina Lahtinen-Aley, Community Care Pediatrics – Latham
Tired? We see you. Our board-certified pediatrician will break down safe sleep practices, what’s realistic in the early months, and how to build healthy sleep habits from the start.
Episode 3 – Baby is Here, Now What? on August 17 at 7 pm with Dr. Melissa Deimling, Community Care Pediatrics – Latham
Let’s talk about surviving the first few weeks at home. From feeding and soothing to healing and adjusting, get real-world advice on what life looks like once you walk through your front door with a newborn.
Episode 4 – Call the Pediatrician! on September 7 at 7 pm with Dr. Zyra O’Connor, Community Care Pediatrics – Latham
Learn the most common newborn issues, what’s normal, and when you actually need to pick up the phone for help.
Episode 5 – Caring for Premature and Late Preterm Babies on September 28 at 7 pm with Sarah Aluck, CPNP-PC, and Jessica Lawson, CPNP-PC, Community Care Pediatrics – Latham
Our advanced practitioners with expertise in neonatology nursing will walk you through the unique needs of babies born a little early—and how to support their growth and development at home.