Adolescent Vaccines
An important part of many well child visits is vaccination. This is a vital way to protect your child against severe illness. Your child’s healthcare provider will discuss vaccines that are recommended for your child during the well-child visit, and…
Early Adolescence Well-Child Visits (ages 11-13y)
We will look at ages 11-13y, known as early adolescence, as a group rather than individually. It is still important that your child come to see the Pediatrician once per year during this time. There are important milestones, school discussions,…
Middle Childhood Well-Child Visits (ages 5-10y)
We will look at the middle years of childhood, those from 5-10 years of age, as a group rather than individually. It is still very important that your child come to see the Pediatrician once per year during this time.…
“Kindergarten” Vaccines – Age 4-5y
An important part of many well-child visits is vaccination, including booster vaccines. This is a vital way to protect your child against severe illness. Your child’s doctor will discuss vaccines that are recommended for your child during the well-child visit,…
4 Year Well-Child Visit
Your four year old is officially a “preschooler.” He or she can express emotions and opinions readily, but may not always have much control over these expressions. “Why?” is still a frequent question, and curiosity is ever present. What can…
3 Year Well-Child Visit
Some people call them “threenagers,” some the “trusting three’s,” but whatever the case may be for your child, it is likely that he or she is active, demanding of your attention, and curious about everything. This year is all about…
24 Month Well-Child Visit
Your little one is 2! So much has happened since the last check up – language ability has exploded, activity is constant, and exploration of abilities and the environment continues. What can you expect at this visit with the Pediatrician?…
18 Month Well-Child Visit
Though many people think of the “terrible twos” being the start of tantrums and behavior outbursts, these often actually start closer to 18 months of age. A strong desire for independence clashes with a lack of language and communication abilities,…
