Well-Child Visit
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At Katy Pediatric Associates, we know your child’s well-being is one of your main concerns. Well-child visits are essential as childhood is a time of rapid change and growth.
What Is a Well-Child Visit?
A well-child visit is a routine visit to the pediatrician, independently if your child is ill. These are very important check-ups as they help to keep a record of your baby’s growth and development. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, well-child visits should be performed at least once during each of these stages:
- 3-5 days old.
- 1 month.
- 2 months.
- 4 months.
- 6 months.
- 9 months.
- 12 months.
- 15 months.
- 18 months.
- 2 years.
- 2 and a half years.
- 3 years.
- 4 years.
From 4 through 21 years old, yearly well-child visits are highly encouraged.
What Other Information Can I Get at a Well-Child Visit?
Well-child visits are an amazing opportunity to get more information on certain topics, such as:
- Sleep routines.
- Safety at home and school.
- Diseases.
- Nutritional advice.
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What Happens During a Well-Child Visit?
During a well-child visit, a variety of exams can be performed. Unlike sick visits, where the main goal is to diagnose and treat an illness, the main focus of a well-child visit is to monitor your children based on their age. At Katy Pediatrics Associates, we pay special attention to your children’s growth compared to normal developmental milestones. We keep a track record of your children’s: height, weight, and head circumference while also performing a series of exams, such as:
- Immunization and vaccines.
- Auscultation (listening to heart, breath, and stomach sounds).
- Infantile reflexes.
- Ophthalmic exam.
- Temperature measurement.
- Hearing, cholesterol, and blood pressure (at recommended ages).
- Autism screening.
- Evaluation of your child’s emotional health.
- For parents, a place where they can raise their concerns
- For teenagers, a great opportunity to voice their doubts in confidence.
Your Trusted Pediatric Practice
At Katy Pediatrics Associates, we place great importance on prevention. Regular well-child visits are a great opportunity to learn more about safety and prevention, while also providing a chance to address any concerns you or your child may have. It also helps to create a trustworthy relationship between the parent, pediatrician, and child.
To learn more about well-child visits in Houston, Texas, schedule your visit by calling 281-492-7676 or send us a message online today.