As a pediatrician, I have witnessed the beautiful chaos that comes with raising a family. Whether you have twins, triplets, or siblings close in age, the love in your home is multiplied. However, I also know that the logistics are multiplied, too. One of the biggest stressors for parents with multiple children is managing their healthcare. From scheduling appointments to dragging healthy kids into a germ-filled waiting room because their brother has a fever, the traditional healthcare model often feels like an uphill battle.
I am Dr. Anita Sabeti, and I believe there is a better way to handle your familyās health. Today, I want to talk to you about a model of medicine that is changing the lives of large families everywhere. We are going to explore how concierge pediatric siblings care can turn a stressful medical experience into a seamless, supportive, and positive part of your family life.
The Logistics Nightmare of Traditional Care
Letās be honest about what a typical trip to the doctor looks like when you have more than one child. If you have a baby and a toddler, just getting out of the house is an event. You have to pack the diaper bag, find shoes, buckle everyone into car seats, and hope you don’t hit traffic.
Once you arrive at a standard clinic, you are usually greeted by a waiting room. This is often the most anxiety-inducing part of the visit. You might be there for a well-child checkup for your youngest, but you are surrounded by other children coughing and sneezing. You spend twenty minutes trying to keep your healthy kids from touching the toys that might have germs on them.
When you finally see the doctor, the visit might feel rushed. In the traditional insurance-based model, doctors are often required to see a high volume of patients every day. This means you might only get 10 to 15 minutes of face time. If you have questions about your other children, there often isn’t enough time to address them deeply. This is not the fault of the doctors; it is a flaw in the system. But it leaves parents feeling unheard and overwhelmed.
What is Concierge Pediatric Care?
Concierge care, also known as direct primary care, flips the script on the traditional model. Instead of dealing with insurance companies and high-volume clinics, families pay a membership fee directly to the practice. In exchange, the patient load for the doctor is kept very small.
Because I limit the number of families I accept into my practice, I can offer things that standard clinics simply cannot. I offer extended appointment times, 24/7 access to me directly via phone or text, and often, same-day appointments. But the biggest game-changer for families with multiple children is the personalized attention and flexibility.
Streamlining Health for the Whole Family
When you focus on concierge pediatric siblings care, you are prioritizing convenience and continuity. One of the massive benefits I offer is the ability to schedule “block appointments.”
In a standard practice, you might have to bring your 2-year-old in on Tuesday and your 5-year-old in on Friday. With concierge care, we can schedule everyone at once. I block out a large chunk of time so we can handle checkups, vaccinations, and questions for all your children in a single visit. This saves you multiple trips and hours of driving time.
Furthermore, I get to see the family dynamic in action. When I see siblings together, I learn so much more about their development and social skills than I would seeing them individually. I can observe how they interact, how they play, and how you manage them. This gives me a holistic view of your family’s health.
The Power of House Calls
Perhaps the most popular feature of my practice for parents of multiples is the house call. Imagine your middle child wakes up with a high fever and a sore throat. In the old days, you would have to wake up the baby, pull your oldest out of school or find a sitter, and drag everyone to the clinic.
With concierge care, I come to you. Your sick child stays in bed, resting comfortably. Your healthy children can play in their own playroom or finish their homework. There is no exposure to waiting room germs, and there is zero travel stress. I can examine your child right in the comfort of your living room.
This approach reduces anxiety for the children as well. Many kids experience “white coat syndrome,” where they get nervous just being in a doctor’s office. When I visit them at home, they are relaxed. They see me as a friend of the family rather than a scary doctor. This allows me to get a better exam and build a stronger trusting relationship with your little ones.
Stopping the “Domino Effect” of Illness
Parents of multiples know the “Domino Effect” well. One child comes home with a cold, and within a week, every single person in the house is sick, including the parents. It can feel like a month-long cycle of misery.
With concierge pediatric siblings care, we can act fast to mitigate this. Because you have 24/7 access to me, you can text me the moment the first symptom appears. We can come up with a plan immediately. If I am doing a home visit for the sick child, I can also do a quick check on the siblings to see if they are showing early signs.
We can discuss hygiene strategies, isolation techniques, and prophylactic measures to try and stop the spread within your home. Having a doctor who knows your specific home layout and family dynamic allows for much more practical advice than a generic handout given at a clinic.
Direct Access for Peace of Mind
When you have multiple children, statistically, things go wrong more often. Someone falls off the monkey bars, someone eats something they shouldn’t, or a fever spikes at 2 AM. The mental load of worrying about these “what ifs” is heavy.
My concierge families have my cell phone number. They know that if they are worried, they don’t have to wait for a call back from a triage nurse line. They can text me a picture of a rash or a video of a cough. Often, I can reassure parents immediately, saving them a trip to the ER or Urgent Care.
For parents juggling multiple kids, this peace of mind is priceless. You don’t have to second-guess yourself. You have a partner in parenting who is a medical expert.
Comparing the Experience
To help you visualize the difference, I have put together a chart that compares what a typical medical experience looks like versus what you get with my concierge service.
| Feature | Standard Pediatric Clinic | Concierge Pediatric Care |
|---|---|---|
| Appointment Length | 10ā15 Minutes (Rushed) | 30ā60 Minutes (Relaxed) |
| Scheduling Siblings | Hard to sync; often separate visits | Block appointments for everyone |
| Wait Times | Average 20+ mins in waiting room | No wait time or Home Visits |
| After-Hours Support | Nurse hotline or Urgent Care | Direct text/call with Dr. Sabeti |
| Germ Exposure | High (crowded waiting rooms) | Minimal (private office or home) |
| Doctor Consistency | Rotates between different doctors | Always Dr. Sabeti |
A Focus on Developmental Health
Raising siblings means watching different personalities bloom side-by-side. Sometimes, parents worry about comparisons. “Why did my first child walk at 10 months, but my second is 14 months and not walking?” These concerns are normal, but they can cause a lot of stress.
Because I spend so much time with your family, I can provide deep reassurance and guidance regarding developmental milestones. I know your children’s medical history intimately. I can distinguish between a genuine delay that needs intervention and a normal variation in development.
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, having a continuous relationship with a pediatricianāknown as a “medical home”āensures that care is accessible, family-centered, and compassionate. In my concierge practice, we take the concept of a “medical home” literally, often providing care within your actual home.
The Financial Perspective
I know that families often worry about the cost. Concierge medicine is an investment. However, when you calculate the value, especially for multiple children, the math often makes sense.
Think about the cost of your time. How many hours of work do you miss taking different children to different appointments? Think about the co-pays for Urgent Care visits because you couldn’t get a same-day appointment with your regular doctor. Think about the cost of gas and the sheer emotional toll of stress.
Many of my families find that the monthly membership fee is well worth it for the convenience and the high level of preventative care. By keeping your children healthier and catching issues early, we avoid expensive hospitalizations and specialized treatments down the road. We are investing in wellness rather than just treating sickness.
Building a Partnership
As Dr. Anita Sabeti, my goal is not just to be a doctor who prescribes antibiotics when your child has an ear infection. I want to be a partner in your parenting journey. I want to help you navigate sleep regression, picky eating, behavioral challenges, and sibling rivalry.
When you sign up for concierge pediatric siblings care, you are inviting me to be a part of your village. I take that responsibility very seriously. I love watching your children grow. I love seeing the bond between siblings strengthen. And I love seeing parents who feel confident and supported rather than frazzled and alone.
Your Next Steps
If you are tired of the assembly-line approach to medicine and you want a doctor who knows your children’s names, their favorite colors, and their medical histories by heart, it might be time to consider concierge care. Managing the health of multiple children does not have to be a nightmare. It can be a personalized, attentive, and positive experience.
You deserve a pediatrician who values your time and treasures your children’s health as much as you do. Letās make healthcare work for your family, not the other way around. I invite you to reach out and see how we can simplify your life and maximize your family’s well-being.
