Well Child Check is an annual check-up similar to a school physical, independent of the start of school, to give a general picture of the child’s health. The doctor checks physical and mental development, growth and checks for any hidden health problems. The check-up is also an opportunity to update vaccinations and, if requested, to ask questions about good nutrition, exercise and other lifestyle issues.
Regular well-child visits are essential for keeping track of your child’s health and spotting potential issues early. These check-ups with a pediatrician also give you the chance to address any concerns you may have about your child’s health and development.
Wáberer Mecial Center’s Well-Child Check offers a thorough medical examination, personalized to meet your child’s specific needs, carried out by caring, English-speaking pediatricians. Since childhood is a critical period of rapid growth and development, regular pediatric visits are necessary to ensure your child is healthy and progressing as expected.
What does Wáberer Mecial Center’s Well-Child Check include?
Our well-child checkups provide a comprehensive health assessment. During the one-hour appointment, our experienced pediatrician will review your child’s developmental milestones.
The Well-Child Check includes:
- Reviewing your child’s medical history,
- Administering any necessary vaccinations,
- Measuring growth and blood pressure,
- Assessing vision and hearing,
- Performing developmental screenings,
- Discussing nutrition and sleep habits,
- Recommending specialist referrals if needed.
Additionally, age-specific lab tests — such as iron levels, lipid profiles, hemoglobin, and blood sugar (glucose) levels, along with urine tests — offer further insight into your child’s health.
You’ll also have the opportunity to talk about any behavioral, sleep, or eating concerns, as well as interactions within the family.
Overall, the well-child check is a vital exam that helps maintain your child’s long-term health and well-being.
The importance of well-child checks at every stage of development
As your child moves through different stages of growth, well-child visits serve as important checkpoints to manage their health and address any issues early.
Well-child visits are especially important at these ages:
- Newborn check
- 1–2 weeks old
- 1 month old
- 2 months old
- 4 months old
- 6 months old
- 9 months old
- 12 months old
- 15 months old
- 18 months old
- 2 years old (24 months)
- After 2 years: annual visits
For children over two, even if they are healthy, yearly check-ups are highly recommended. These visits ensure that your child is growing and developing properly, catch any physical or mental health issues early, keep their vaccinations up to date, and give you a chance to discuss any concerns. Annual well-child visits are advised up until the age of 18.