Preventive Care for Lifelong Health: Well-child visits are essential preventive care appointments that allow us to monitor your child’s growth, development, and overall health. These regular check-ups are crucial for catching potential issues early and ensuring your child reaches important milestones.

Recommended Visit Schedule:

• Newborn: 3-5 days after birth
• Infancy: 1, 2, 4, 6, 9, and 12 months
• Toddler: 15, 18, and 24 months
• Preschool: 3, 4, and 5 years
• School Age & Adolescents: Annual visits

What Happens During a Well-Child Visit:

Physical Examination:

• Height, weight, and BMI measurements
• Blood pressure monitoring (age-appropriate)
• Vision and hearing screenings
• Heart and lung examination
• Abdomen and reflexes check
• Skin examination

Developmental Assessments:

• Infants: Motor skills, social smiling, rolling over, sitting, crawling
• Toddlers: Walking, talking, potty training readiness
• Preschoolers: Language development, social skills, school readiness
• School-Age: Academic progress, peer relationships, physical coordination
• Adolescents: Puberty development, emotional health, risk behaviors

Age-Appropriate Screenings:

• Newborn metabolic screening
• Lead screening
• Anemia testing
• Cholesterol screening (for at-risk children)
• Depression and anxiety screening (adolescents)
• Substance use screening (teens)

Immunizations: Review and administration of age-appropriate vaccines according to the recommended schedule.

Guidance & Counseling:

• Nutrition: Age-appropriate dietary recommendations
• Sleep: Healthy sleep habits and routines
• Safety: Car seats, helmets, water safety, internet safety
• Behavior: Discipline strategies, emotional development
• School: Academic performance, learning concerns