Taking Your Child to your Pediatrician
You will be making frequent visits to your Pediatrician during the first year of your child's life, so that his growth and development can be closely monitored. Remember to write down any questions you may have for your doctor before the visit so that you don't forget them.At the eighteen month checkup, you can expect:
- An examination of your toddler's growth and development.
- A review of feeding and sleep schedules.
- Measurement of his height, weight and head circumference.
- Counseling for injury prevention, dental health, and a proper diet.
- A discussion of toilet training readiness.
- Immunizations: DTaP and possibly the Hepatitis A and IPV vaccines if they weren't given at the fifteen or twelve month checkup.
For more information:
- Infant Well Child Checklist
- Immunization Schedule
- Medical Advice
- How do I protect my kids from lead poisoning?
- When To Call Your Pediatrician for a Fever
More Topics for Your Eighteen Month Old:
- Biting at Daycare
- Potty Training Readiness Quiz
- Terrible Twos
- Gross Toddler Behaviors
- Toddler Sleep and Bottle Issues
- Overweight Toddlers and Obesity
- Safe Traveling with your Infant and Toddler
The Your Child At... articles are adapted from the Your Child newsletter and series of articles from keepkidshealthy.com and are used with the permission of Keep Kids Healthy, LLC.
