Pediatrics & Neonatology in India
Expert care for babies, children and teenagers: premature and sick newborns, growth and development, asthma and allergy, infections, kidney, liver and gut problems, vaccines and complex conditions, from paediatricians and neonatologists in JCI and NABH accredited hospitals, with full family support.
Can my child get paediatric and newborn care in India as an international patient?
Yes. India’s JCI and NABH accredited hospitals have paediatricians, neonatologists, paediatric subspecialists and dedicated NICUs and paediatric wards that care for newborns, infants, children and teenagers, including premature and sick babies, growth and developmental problems, asthma, allergy, infections, kidney, liver, gut and hormone conditions, and complex or rare diseases. Child-friendly wards, play support and parents’ accommodation help families feel at ease. NajmCare reviews your child’s records free within 24 hours and arranges visa letters, transport, family stay and interpreter support.
How child health care is planned: calm, clear and family-centred
Children are not small adults. Care is paced for your child and explained to you at every step.
Listen to parents
A long first conversation about your child’s history, worries and goals.
Gentle examination
Child-friendly examination, growth charts and developmental screening.
Targeted tests
Only the tests your child needs, with play support and sedation when needed.
A shared plan
The doctor explains the diagnosis and options in plain language.
Follow-up
A written plan, vaccine schedule and video check-ins with your own paediatrician.
Why international families choose India for child health care
Child specialists, NICU care and long-term follow-up can be costly and slow to access abroad. India offers experienced paediatric teams in child-friendly hospitals at a fraction of the price.
Child health conditions we assess and treat
Select a condition to see typical signs, how it is diagnosed and treated, follow-up and the time you may need in India.
Premature and low-birth-weight babies
Newborn jaundice and breathing problems
Growth, puberty and hormone problems
Developmental delay, autism and learning problems
Asthma, allergy and eczema
Infections and fever
Kidney, liver and gut problems
Seizures, headaches and nerve problems
See how newborn and premature babies are cared for
Tap a situation to see the incubator change. This is a simple illustration, and every baby’s care is individual.
What describes your child’s situation?
Choose the closest match to see what is usually advised and what to send our team first. This is a guide only, not a diagnosis.
Services we offer for children
Care covers the whole child, from newborn screening to teenage health.
Newborn and NICU care
Incubators, CPAP, ventilation, phototherapy and feeding support.
Vaccination and wellness
Complete vaccine schedules and regular growth and development checks.
Child-friendly tests
Blood tests, ultrasound, EEG and MRI with play support and sedation when needed.
Asthma and allergy care
Lung function, allergy testing and action plans.
Development and therapy
Speech, occupational and behaviour therapy for delays and autism.
Paediatric subspecialists
Heart, brain, kidney, liver, gut and hormone teams.
Milestones and checks by age
Typical checks at each stage and the time you may need in India.
| Age | Typical checks | Time in India |
|---|---|---|
| Newborn (0–1 month) | Jaundice, heart, hearing and metabolic screening, and feeding review | 3–10 days, longer for NICU care |
| Infant (1–12 months) | Growth, vaccines, development, feeding and anaemia checks | 2–4 days |
| Toddler (1–3 years) | Speech, walking, vaccines, vision and hearing checks | 2–5 days |
| Preschool (3–5 years) | School readiness, behaviour, vision, dental and allergy review | 2–5 days |
| School age (6–12 years) | Growth, vision, attention, asthma, nutrition and mental well-being | 3–7 days |
| Teenager (13–18 years) | Puberty, hormones, skin, mental health, nutrition and vaccines | 3–7 days |
From first message to follow-up, step by step
Share your child’s records
Birth summary, growth chart, vaccination card, reports and a medicine list.
Paediatrician’s opinion
Likely tests, plan, time in India and estimated cost. It is free and carries no obligation.
Visa for the family
Hospital invitation letter for a medical visa, flights and a hotel near the hospital. See our Medical Visa Guide on najmcare.com. Visa letters cover your child and travelling parents.
Examination and tests
Airport pick-up, interpreter, child-friendly tests and a full review with the specialist.
Treatment and therapy
Medicines, NICU or ward care, or therapy started, with parents close by.
Follow-up with your paediatrician
A written plan, vaccine schedule and video follow-up.
How we help you choose child health care safely
Parents deserve clear answers. These checks help you choose with confidence.
Qualified paediatricians
Paediatricians (MD or DNB Paediatrics) and neonatologists with subspecialty training, with profiles shared first.
Child-friendly wards
Play specialists, parents’ rooms and gentle, age-appropriate communication.
Infection control in the NICU
Strict hygiene, isolation rooms and trained NICU nurses protect fragile babies.
Care for the whole family
Visa letters, hotel, interpreter and vaccine and follow-up planning for the family.
Planning your child’s trip to India
A few simple steps make travel calmer for your child.
- Bring all records: birth summary, growth chart, vaccination card, reports and scans.
- Bring a list of medicines, allergies and feeding details.
- Pack comfort items, feeds, formula or a breast pump, and nappies for the journey.
- Tell us about fever, cough or rash before you fly. Sick babies may need medical clearance.
- Ask your doctor about flying with a newborn or a premature baby, since airlines set minimum ages.
- Book a hotel near the hospital with space for your child and a parent.
What does paediatric care cost in India?
Indicative hospital costs in US dollars. Final prices depend on the hospital, the doctor and your condition.
Estimates for comparison only. Ask for a written plan and quote before you travel.
Get a written quote
Send your reports. We reply with the doctor’s plan, the hospital, the days you need in India and an itemised estimate.
Questions parents ask about paediatric care in India
Can my child be treated in India as an international patient?
Yes. Accredited hospitals treat children from many countries, with paediatric specialists, child-friendly wards and support for the whole family.
How much does paediatric care cost in India?
A paediatrician consultation costs about $25 to $70, a developmental assessment $100 to $300 and NICU care $150 to $600 per day, depending on the hospital and care level. You receive a written estimate before you travel.
Can a newborn or premature baby travel to India?
Sometimes. Very young or sick babies may need medical clearance, and airlines set minimum ages. Premature babies and newborns with breathing problems are usually treated where they are born, and we help you decide between local treatment and a transfer with a medical team.
What is a NICU and what does it do?
A neonatal intensive care unit cares for premature and sick newborns with incubators, breathing support, special feeding, monitors and specialist nurses and doctors.
What vaccines do children need?
Schedules differ by country. Your paediatrician reviews your child’s card and advises on missing or travel vaccines such as typhoid and hepatitis A, with a catch-up plan if needed.
Can you help with developmental delay and autism?
Yes. Teams assess development with hearing, vision and, if needed, genetic or brain tests, and offer speech, occupational and behaviour therapy. Much of the therapy can continue at home with video guidance.
How long should we stay in India?
A consultation and tests take 3 to 7 days. NICU care or complex conditions take longer, and some follow-up continues by video.
Can parents stay in the ward with the child?
Most paediatric wards allow a parent to stay, and some have rooms for parents. NICU and ICU visiting rules depend on the hospital, and we confirm them before you travel.
How fast can I get a paediatrician’s opinion?
Within 24 hours of receiving your child’s records. The opinion is free and carries no obligation.
Share your child’s records. We’ll reply personally.
Tell us what you need. We reply with options, estimated cost and next steps, usually within 24 hours.
- No cost, no obligation
- Reviewed by a paediatrician
- Your reports stay private
General information only, not medical advice. Costs and timelines are estimates and may change. Results vary. Content reviewed October 2026.
