Childhood is a time of rapid growth and change. You will have
pediatric well-child visits most often when your child is
developing the fastest. Each visit includes a complete physical
examination. At this exam, the health care provider will check
the infant or young child's growth and development and try to
find problems early. The health care provider will record your
child's height, weight, and other important information.
Hearing, vision, and other tests will be part of some visits.
Preventive care is important to keep children healthy. Well-
child visits are key times for communication. Expect to be given
information about normal development, nutrition, sleep, safety,
diseases that are "going around," and other important topics.
Make the most of these visits by writing down important
questions and concerns to bring with you. Special attention is
paid to whether the child is meeting normal developmental
milestones. The height, weight, and head circumference are
recorded on a growth chart , which the health