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Taking Your Four Year Old to the Doctor

Going to the Doctor

By , About.com Guide

Updated March 15, 2012

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Taking Your Child to your Pediatrician

At the four year checkup, you can expect:
  • An examination of your preschooler's growth and development.
  • A review of feeding and sleep schedules.
  • Measurement of his height, weight and blood pressure.
  • Counseling for injury prevention, dental health, and a proper diet.
  • A discussion of toilet training progress.
  • Immunizations: DTaP, IPV, Varivax (if your child has not had chickenpox), and MMR boosters.
  • Screening test: vision test and hearing test.
The next check up with your pediatrician will be when your child is five years old.

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