Well Child Visits
Routine care that supports your child’s growth, health, and development
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Why Well-Child Visits Matter
Well-child visits play an important role in helping children stay healthy as they grow. These appointments focus on prevention, early detection, and ongoing guidance rather than treating illness alone.
During regular well visits, providers are able to monitor growth and development over time, identify concerns early, and support healthy physical, emotional, and behavioral development. These visits also give parents a consistent opportunity to ask questions, share observations, and receive guidance as their child reaches new milestones.
Staying on schedule with well-child visits helps ensure your child is developing as expected and allows small concerns to be addressed before they become bigger issues.
What Happens During a Well-Child Visit
Each well-child visit is tailored to your child’s age and individual needs. During these appointments, your child’s provider may:
- Measure height, weight, and growth patterns
- Review developmental milestones
- Perform age-appropriate screenings
- Discuss nutrition, sleep, behavior, and activity
- Administer recommended vaccines
- Complete school, daycare, or sports forms when appropriate
Parents are encouraged to ask questions and bring up any concerns no matter how small they may seem. These visits are designed to support both your child and your family.
How Often Should Visits Be Scheduled
Well-child visits follow the recommended schedule from the American Academy of Pediatrics. These visits typically occur at:
3–5 days old
1 month
2, 4, 6, and 9 months
12, 15, and 18 months
24 and 30 months
Annually through adolescence
Your provider will help you plan upcoming visits, keep your child on schedule, and explain what to expect at each stage.
Well Child Visits FAQs
Helpful answers for routine care
Well visits focus on growth, development, and prevention. Sick visits address specific symptoms or illnesses.
Yes. Many school, daycare, and sports forms can be completed during a scheduled well-child visit.
Vaccines are given at certain ages based on the recommended schedule. Your provider will review what is due at each visit.
Parents may call the office or use the patient portal for non-urgent questions. If concerns arise after hours, nurse triage is available by phone.
If an appointment is missed, please call to reschedule as soon as possible so your child stays on track with routine care.
Ready to Schedule Your Child’s Visit?
We’re here to support your family with care that’s trusted, accessible, and centered on your child’s health.
