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#WELL CHILD VISITS SCHEDULE PDF#

Beginning at the 7 year visit, there is both a Parent and Patient education handout (in English and Spanish).įor the Bright Futures Parent Handouts for well-child visits up to 2 years of age, translations of 12 additional languages (PDF format) are made possible thanks to the generous support of members, staff, and businesses who donate to the AAP Friends of Children Fund.

#WELL CHILD VISITS SCHEDULE PDF#

Each educational handout is available in English and Spanish (in HTML and PDF format). Each educational handout is written in plain language to ensure the information is clear, concise, relevant, and easy to understand. Flumist (a nasal spray instead of a shot) is offered for children over the age of 2.The Bright Futures Parent and Patient Educational Handouts help guide anticipatory guidance and reinforce key messages (organized around the 5 priorities in each visit) for the family. The first year your child will need two separate doses one month apart, and then every year after that only one. The COVID vaccination is available and will be discussed at your visit as recommendations continue to change and vaccines are becoming more available for children.įlu shots are typically available from early September through April depending on the flu season.

CDC Schedule for Children 7 to 18 Years Old.

CDC Schedule for Children Birth to 6 Years Old.

Our vaccine schedule is in line with what the CDC and ACIP (Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices) recommends. Because of vaccines, many of these illnesses are now rare. They reduce the number, contagiousness, and severity of infections that are dangerous or life threatening.Įxamples include tetanus, diphtheria, mumps, measles, pertussis (whooping cough), meningitis, and polio. Vaccines help protect against many diseases that used to be much more common. We also offer an annual flu vaccine after 6 months and the COVID vaccine as well. We have chosen a vaccine schedule that covers everything your child needs in as few "pokes" as possible. At Milestone we make sure to explain the vaccines being given at every visit, so you can feel comfortable that your child is fully protected. Vaccines are important to lifelong health. Routine follow-up on certain conditions helps keep things on track. We also do 6 month follow-ups in between well checks for certain conditions like mental health (e.g. Well Visit ScheduleĪfter your baby is born, the next visit should be 1 to 2 days after bringing the baby home.Īfter that, it is recommended that visits occur at the following ages:

At Milestone, we make sure to know the whole child which includes review of their medical care at the ER, urgent care, or specialist office. This helps us make sure your child is getting up to date care.

If your child has a health need, we will review medications and referrals as well. Talking about ways to improve care and prevent problems helps keep your child healthy. Safety, discipline, potty training, sleep, school, and extracurriculars are just some of the many things you will touch on with your doctor. Hearing, vision, mental health and other screening tests will be part of some visits.Įven if your child is healthy, there's still a lot to talk about. Infants growth centers much around diet, and as your child ages, exercise as well. Talking about your child's growth is a good place to begin a discussion about your child's general health. Your child's height, weight, and head circumference are recorded on a growth chart. What Happens at a Well Visit?Įach visit includes a complete physical exam. Children grow up and change quickly, so each well visit is a little different. It helps your doctor get to know your child and family and develop a relationship with you that leads to better health for everyone.

Well Child visits are an important part of your child's health. Well Child Visits & Immunizations Well Child Visits