Choosing the Right Pediatrician Near Colonia, NJ

Thursday, November 27, 2025 | By: Kristin Baker Photography + Design

Preparing for your baby’s arrival involves many important decisions—from prenatal nutrition and birthing plans to choosing a pediatrician and thinking ahead to those first newborn portraits. I’m Kristin Baker, a newborn photographer based in Manasquan, and I often speak with expectant parents about early choices like medical care because they set the tone for this special first year. While my focus is on capturing your baby’s earliest days, I also want to help you feel confident about your infant’s health journey right from the start.

If you live near Colonia, New Jersey, here are four pediatricians—each with a distinct style—so you can find the best fit for your family. And when your little one is here, I’ll be ready to photograph those fleeting, tender moments in the studio.

1. Kids Care Pediatrics

This practice emphasizes warm, child‑friendly care focused on infancy through adolescence with a strong foundation in evidence‑based medicine and preventive wellness. They aim to create long‑term relationships with families in a welcoming environment. 

2. Colonia Pediatrics

With board‑certified doctors and a focus on comprehensive, personalized care—from newborns through teens—this clinic offers same‑day sick visits, extended hours, and a strong emphasis on “whole‑child” well‑being.

3. Dr. Vani Gayam, MD

A seasoned pediatrician with 25+ years of experience, Dr Gayam is known for a compassionate, partnership‑based style. Ideal for parents looking for someone with deep experience and a thoughtful approach to childhood health. 

4. Dr. Naveen Mehrotra / My Whole Child Pediatrics 

Though just outside Colonia, this practice offers a more integrative, holistic pediatric approach—blending traditional care with additional focus on development, lifestyle, and family dynamics. Great for parents who value broader wellness in addition to standard pediatrics.

How to Choose the Right Fit

When you meet prospective pediatricians, consider:

  • How comfortable you feel discussing newborn care, feeding, sleep and development.

  • Whether the practice supports your parenting philosophy (from traditional immunizations to holistic wellness).

  • Convenience‑factors: location, hours, ease of sick visits, communication.

  • How the practice supports infancy specifically—newborn check‑ups, lactation support, sleep consults.

Alongside choosing medical care, it’s important to plan for how you’ll remember those earliest days. My studio in Manasquan specializes exclusively in newborn sessions—safe, calm, and tailored to your baby’s rhythms. While your pediatrician supports baby’s health, I capture the pure connection, love, and tiny details of these first precious weeks.

Choosing a photographer who focuses solely on newborns means you get specialized care, relaxed sessions, and beautifully curated images you’ll treasure for years. When you combine that with thoughtful pediatric care, you’re setting your baby up for a healthy start and creating memories you’ll adore.

 

Kristin Baker is a photographer serving Middlesex, East Brunswick, Metuchen, Plainsboro, NJ. Kristin specializes in fine-art newborn, maternity, and family portraiture. Kristin's style is a mix of organic and contemporary, she focuses on muted and neutral tones to create timeless photos that you'll cherish for years to come.

To check out Kristin's newborn portfolio and collections, click here. Booking for newborns is currently open through May 2026 with limited spots available. For more information or to book a session, contact Kristin today!

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