Did you know regular well child visits are one of the most important things you can do to keep your child healthy? Preventive care promotes healthy growth and development. Your child should have a well child visit at the intervals listed below. Our provider schedules are open 12 months ahead so we recommend that you call our office months in advance to schedule an appointment with your child's primary care provider on the date that best fits your needs.
Your baby is finally here. Newborns are wonderful, but exhausting! Having friends or family around to provide extra help and support can be very helpful. Make sure all visitors wash their hands well.
We do a lot at this visit, including:. Immunizations :. Helpful Info:. The 2 Week Visit sooner if you have concerns! Feeding, bowel habits and sleeping are common topics.
If you are breastfeeding, you will have the opportunity to meet with one of our Lactation Consultants for personalized breastfeeding assistance. Babies usually lose weight right after birth. By 2 weeks of age, your baby will likely have regained his or her birth weight. Please remember that it is important to always put your baby to sleep on his or her back in a flat, firm and separate sleep space to reduce the risk of SIDS.
As always, we are here to answer questions and offer anticipatory guidance. Families are usually settling in some by this visit. Feeding, sleeping and bowel habits are sometimes a concern. At this visit we will track your baby's growth and development and answer any questions.
