Studies show the proportion of children receiving well visits declines with age. This may come as no surprise. Families with babies and young children are used to regular checkups for immunizations, development markers and concerns regarding things like teething, toilet training and temper tantrums. But as kids get older, they may be up to date […]
Tweens and teens need annual wellness visits, too
Studies show that as kids get older, they are less likely to see their doctor for their annual wellness visit. This may come as no surprise. Families with babies and young children are used to regular checkups for immunizations, development markers and concerns regarding things like teething, toilet training and temper tantrums. But by the […]
Prescription to read
When it’s time for your child’s 6-month well visit, his pediatrician will tell you how much your little one has grown since the last visit. He may need immunizations. And he definitely needs a book.
