- Pediatricians schedule regular "WellCare visits" for babies to monitor their growth and development and ensure they receive necessary immunizations.
- At these routine appointments, doctors check on the baby's growth, development, and overall health, and address any questions or concerns parents may have.
- A critical component of these visits is the administration of childhood vaccines to protect against serious illnesses.
- The frequency of visits is determined by the pediatrician, who follows recommended schedules from organizations like the American Academy of Pediatrics.
- Parents are encouraged to attend all scheduled appointments to help track the child's progress and to use the time to communicate with the doctor.
What to Expect from Newborn Doctor Visits
Babies should be seen regularly by their pediatrician for WellCare visits to monitor growth and development, answer questions, and stay up to date on important childhood vaccinations.
Zoe Frolking, MD, MSPH, Pediatrics
