Part of parenting is being in charge of your child’s medical care. Usually, it’s no big deal. You take your child to the same doctor every time for routine checkups and sick visits, and that’s about all you need to do. But what if your child has to see many …
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Your Child’s Checkup: 1 Month
What to Expect During This Visit Your doctor and/or nurse will probably: 1. Check your baby’s weight, length, and head circumference and plot the measurements on the growth charts. 2. Ask questions, address any concerns, and offer advice about how your baby is: Feeding. Infants should be fed when they …
Your Child’s Checkup: 1 Year (12 Months)
What to Expect During This Visit Your doctor and/or nurse will probably: 1. Check your toddler’s weight, length, and head circumference and plot the measurements on the growth charts. 2. Ask questions, address concerns, and offer advice about how your child is: Eating. By 12 months, toddlers are ready to …
Your Child’s Checkup: 1.5 Years (18 Months)
What to Expect During This Visit Your doctor and/or nurse will probably: 1. Check your child’s weight, length, and head circumference and plot the measurements on the growth charts. 2. Administer screening (test) that helps with the early identification of developmental delays or autism. 3. Ask questions, address concerns, and …
Your Child’s Checkup: 15 Months
What to Expect During This Visit Your doctor and/or nurse will probably: 1. Check your child’s weight, length, and head circumference and plot the measurements on the growth charts. 2. Ask questions, address concerns, and provide guidance about how your toddler is: Eating. By 15 months, most toddlers are eating …
Your Child’s Checkup: 2 Months
What to Expect During This Visit Your doctor and/or nurse will probably: 1. Check your baby’s weight, length, and head circumference and plot the measurements on the growth charts. 2. Ask questions, address concerns, and offer advice about how your baby is: Feeding. Your baby might be going longer between …
Your Child’s Checkup: 2 Years (24 Months)
What to Expect During This Visit Your doctor and/or nurse will probably: 1. Check your child’s weight, height, and head circumference and plot the measurements on the growth charts. Your doctor will also calculate and plot your child’s body mass index (BMI). 2. Administer a screening (test) that helps with …
Your Child’s Checkup: 3 to 5 Days
What to Expect During This Visit Your baby’s doctor and/or nurse will probably: 1. Check your baby’s weight, length, and head circumference and plot the measurements on the growth charts. 2. Ask questions, address any concerns, and offer advice about how your baby is: Feeding. Newborns should be fed when …
Your Child’s Checkup: 4 Months
What to Expect During This Visit Your doctor and/or nurse will probably: 1. Check your baby’s weight, length, and head circumference and plot the measurements on the growth charts. 2. Ask questions, address concerns, and offer advice about how your baby is: Feeding. Breast milk or formula is all a …
Your Child’s Checkup: 6 Months
What to Expect During This Visit Your doctor and/or nurse will probably: 1. Check your baby’s weight, length, and head circumference and plot the measurements on the growth charts. 2. Ask questions, address concerns, and offer advice about how your baby is: Feeding. If you haven’t already, it’s time to …