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Waiting To Pick Your Baby's Name Is Risky, Study Says

A new study published in the journal Pediatrics states that waiting to name your newborn puts your child at risk for medical mistakes. Here's why.

Choosing your baby’s name is one of the most exciting milestones for expectant parents. While some like to decide on a name early, others like to wait until their baby is born. However, a new study published in the journal Pediatrics states that waiting to name your newborn puts your child at risk for medical mistakes.

In the video above, Dr. Steve Salvatore explains why.

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