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Baby GP Services in Mona Vale
Trusted Care for Your Little One
Supporting Your Baby’s Health
Our caring GPs are here to give your baby the best start in life, providing expert guidance and continuous care from day one.
We understand how important those early months are for your baby’s development. It’s a time full of milestones, questions, and more than a few challenges. Our expert team is here to provide personalised care to support your baby’s health and wellbeing every step of the way.
From newborn health checks and immunisations to advice on growth and development, we deliver the highest standard of medical care in a calm, reassuring environment. With same-day appointments and a commitment to continuity of care, we make caring for your baby a little less overwhelming.
Explore Our Full Range of Baby’s Health Services
We’re here to support your baby’s health from day one, and look after you as new parents too. Each visit provides a friendly space to talk it out, feel heard, and build trust.
Newborn Health Checks
We provide a full head-to-toe assessment to ensure your baby is growing healthily, taking the time to discuss any early concerns.
Postnatal Checks for Mums
We support your recovery after birth with comprehensive health checks, plus advice on rest, nutrition, and overall postnatal well-being.
We track your baby’s growth and reflexes, celebrating milestones from first smiles to first steps, giving you personalised advice so you know they’re thriving.
We provide a safe, confidential space to talk through the challenges of early parenthood, with care plans and referrals if you need some extra support.
Growth and Developmental Checks
Common Illnesses and Conditions
From colic and reflux to coughs, colds, and rashes, we diagnose, treat, and guide you through managing common baby health concerns.
Infant Settling and Sleep Support
Our expert team offers advice on effective strategies and reassurance to help you create a safe sleep environment and healthy sleeping habits for your baby.
Infant Feeding Support
Whether breast, bottle, or mixed feeding, we give evidence-based advice and gentle guidance to suit your baby’s needs and your preferences.
Mental Health Support for Mums and Dads
Recognising Danger Signs
We help you recognise signs of serious illness in your baby, when to seek urgent care, and feel confident in how to respond.
Routine Immunisations
Protect your baby’s health in a calm and caring environment with vaccinations following the NSW Health Immunisation Schedule.
Healthy Babies Start with Regular Checks
Those early months fly by, and regular health checks help ensure your baby is growing well and meeting important milestones. They’re also a chance to ask your GP questions, share concerns, and feel supported as a parent.
Frequent visits also help your GP understand what’s typical for your baby, making it easier to notice small changes and act early if needed.
NSW Health’s Blue Book recommends regular health and development checks for children at specific ages: 6-8 weeks, 6 months, 12 months, 18 months, 2 years, 3 years, and 4 years and are designed to track your child’s growth and development, ensuring any concerns are addressed early.
With a GP who knows your baby well, each visit becomes a reassuring step in helping your baby grow and thrive.
Why Parents Choose Mona Vale Doctors
Same-day appointments when your baby is unwell.
Specialist early years support, from feeding and settling to developmental guidance.
A strong referral network to trusted specialists when needed.
Immunisations and milestone reviews onsite.
A calming clinic environment designed to put parents and babies at ease.
Kind, approachable GPs who take the time to listen and provide clear explanations.
Care rooted in the community, trusted by Northern Beaches families for decades.
Consistent care from familiar faces, so your baby sees a GP who knows them well.
Meet Our Caring GPs
At Mona Vale Doctors, your baby’s health is in the caring, competent hands of our expert team.
Our knowledgeable GPs Dr Cindy Wong, Dr Kathryn Hutt, Dr Marianthe Sakiris, Dr Michelle Penm and Dr Staś Ulaszyn bring a wealth of expertise in newborn and infant care, paediatrics, women’s health, reproductive health, and family medicine, alongside the warmth and attentiveness that families value most.
They’ve trained and worked in settings like Sydney Children’s Hospital and community paediatrics, and hold additional qualifications in child health and women’s health. Nurse Anna Bruce offers specialist early childhood care and breastfeeding support, while Nurse Hannah Johnston provides a warm, holistic approach to family wellbeing.
Families across Mona Vale and the Northern Beaches trust our team to provide gentle, conscientious care for their babies, combining clinical expertise with kindness and compassion.
FAQs
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The first health check for your baby usually happens at 6 weeks unless directed by the hospital to come in for an earlier check. We’ll make sure your baby is feeding well, gaining weight, and growing as expected, while also giving you the chance to ask questions about feeding, sleep, and newborn care.
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We follow the NSW Health Vaccination Schedule, which recommends immunisations at 6 weeks, 4 months, 6 months and 12 months during the first year, against serious illnesses such as whooping cough, hepatitis B, polio, and meningococcal disease. Your GP will guide you through each visit, ensuring the process is as gentle and stress-free as possible.
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Yes, our nurse, Anna Bruce, cna give advice on feeding issues. We offer gentle, practical support for all kinds of baby feeding challenges, whether you’re breastfeeding, bottle-feeding, or doing a bit of both. We’ll help with common concerns like latching, milk flow, or finding a feeding routine that works for you, so you can both enjoy calmer moments together.
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It’s normal to worry about your baby’s health, especially in the early months when changes can happen quickly. Signs your baby may be unwell include a persistent fever, difficulty feeding, unusual sleepiness, trouble breathing, or a sudden change in their behaviour or cry. If you’re unsure, don’t hesitate to contact us on 02 9997 4266. In emergencies, call 000 immediately.
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For children before primary school age, there is no out-of-pocket fee. Once children start primary school, standard fees apply. We will always tell you the cost upfront and can help you claim your Medicare rebate easily. Please call us if you’d like to confirm costs for your child’s appointment.
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Mona Vale Doctors is a private billing practice, so most visits have an out-of-pocket fee after the Medicare rebate. Reduced fees may be available for pensioners. Preschool children and DVA Gold Card holders may not have an out-of-pocket fee, at the doctor’s discretion.
