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Frequently Asked Questions About Well-Child Visits
What is a well-child visit?
A well-child visit is a preventive checkup that helps your provider monitor your child’s physical health, growth, development, and emotional well-being. It also gives families time to discuss questions and receive age-appropriate health guidance.
Does my child need a well-child visit every year?
After the more frequent visits of infancy and toddlerhood, well-child visits are generally recommended every year beginning at age 3 and continuing through adolescence and young adulthood.
Should I schedule a well-child visit if my child seems healthy?
Yes. Well-child visits focus on prevention, growth, development, and health needs that may not cause obvious symptoms. They are intended for children who are healthy as well as those with ongoing health concerns.
Is a well-child visit the same as a physical?
Not exactly. A physical focuses mainly on physical health. A well-child visit takes a broader look at physical, developmental, emotional, and social health and may include preventive screenings and recommended immunizations.
