You know that playing sports helps keep kids fit and are a fun way for them to socialize and make friends. But you might not know why it’s so important for kids to get a sports physical at the beginning of their sports season. About Sports Physicals In the sports …
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When Your Child Outgrows Pediatric Care
It might seem like only yesterday that you stepped into the pediatrician’s office for your child’s very first visit. And you might have been a little nervous as you got to know the person who’d be caring for your little one. But after years of interaction (complete with late-night phone …
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: 10 Years
What to Expect During This Visit Your doctor and/or nurse will probably: 1. Check your child’s weight and height, calculate body mass index (BMI), and plot the measurements on growth charts. 2. Check your child’s blood pressure, vision, and hearing using standard testing equipment. 3. Ask questions, address concerns, and …
Your Child’s Checkup: 11 Years
What to Expect During This Visit Your doctor and/or nurse will probably: 1. Check your child’s weight and height, calculate body mass index (BMI), and plot the measurements on growth charts. 2. Check your child’s blood pressure using standard testing equipment. 3. Ask questions, address concerns, and offer advice about …
Your Child’s Checkup: 12 Years
What to Expect During This Visit Your doctor and/or nurse will probably: 1. Check your child’s weight and height, calculate body mass index (BMI), and plot the measurements on growth charts. 2. Check your child’s blood pressure using standard testing equipment. 3. Ask questions, address concerns, and offer advice about …
Your Child’s Checkup: 13 Years
Your doctor and/or nurse will probably: 1. Check your teen’s weight and height, calculate body mass index (BMI), and plot the measurements on growth charts. 2. Check your teen’s blood pressure using standard testing equipment. Examine spine for curvature. Examine your teen to determine sexual maturity and screen for sexually …
Your Child’s Checkup: 14 Years
What to Expect During This Visit Your doctor and/or nurse will probably: 1. Check your teen’s weight and height, calculate body mass index (BMI), and plot the measurements on growth charts. 2. Check your teen’s blood pressure using standard testing equipment. Examine spine for curvature. Examine your teen to determine …