Neonatal Care
Specialist care for your newborn, from their very first days.
The early days, weeks, and months with a new baby bring immense joy — and often plenty of questions. At Happy Kids Paediatrics, Dr Karen VanHaltren provides dedicated neonatal care for babies from birth up to 2 years of age, offering the specialist support and reassurance families need during this precious and sometimes overwhelming time.
We provide support for concerns such as:
- Follow-up care for premature (preterm) infants: ongoing monitoring and support as your premature baby grows and develops.
- Feeding and growth concerns: guidance where a baby is having difficulty feeding or isn’t growing as expected.
- Rashes and birthmarks: assessment of skin concerns that can appear in the newborn period.
- Irritability and unsettled behaviour: support for babies who are unusually unsettled, and guidance for the families caring for them.
Meet Dr Karen VanHaltren
Dr Karen VanHaltren is a neonatal paediatrician dedicated to supporting babies and their families from birth up to 2 years of age.
Karen has worked in paediatrics since 2014, completing her training predominantly at The Royal Children’s Hospital and The Mercy Hospital for Women, with additional experience across multiple neonatal intensive care units.
Karen welcomes referrals for preterm follow-up care, feeding and growth concerns, rashes and birthmarks, and irritability or unsettled behaviour in babies, among other neonatal concerns.
Every baby’s first months are unique, and having the right specialist support can make all the difference for you and your family. If you have a referral for neonatal care, we’re ready to help.