Medical Care

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• School-Based Health Centers

  School-based health centers provide a range of services to meet kids' and teens' health care needs. Centers usually are inside a school building or right next door.

• Teaching Your Child How to Swallow Pills

  Swallowing a pill is something that many of us take for granted. But just like any skill, learning to swallow a pill takes practice.

• The Medical Home

  A medical home is a new term in health care. But what does it mean? Find out what a medical home is and why your child needs one.

• What’s a Primary Care Physician (PCP)?

  PCPs are health care providers that offer routine checkups, vaccines, and non-emergency medical care. Learn more about PCPs and how to choose a great one.

• Your Child’s Checkup: 21 Years

  Find out what this doctor's visit will involve when your son or daughter is 21.

• Your Child’s Checkup: 20 Years

  Find out what this doctor's visit will involve when your son or daughter is 20.

• Your Child’s Checkup: 19 Years

  Find out what this doctor's visit will involve when your son or daughter is 19.

• Your Child’s Checkup: 18 Years

  Find out what this doctor's visit will involve when your son or daughter is 18.

• Your Child’s Checkup: 17 Years

  Find out what this doctor's visit will involve when your son or daughter is 17.

• Your Child’s Checkup: 16 Years

  Find out what this doctor's visit will involve when your son or daughter is 16.

• Your Child’s Checkup: 15 Years

  Find out what this doctor's visit will involve when your son or daughter is 15.

• Your Child’s Checkup: 14 Years

  Find out what this doctor's visit will involve when your son or daughter is 14.

• Your Child’s Checkup: 13 Years

  Find out what this doctor's visit will involve when your teen is 13.

• Your Child’s Checkup: 12 Years

  Find out what this doctor's visit will involve when your child is 12.

• Your Child’s Checkup: 11 Years

  Find out what this doctor's visit will involve when your child is 11.

• Your Child’s Checkup: 10 Years

  Find out what this doctor's visit will involve and what your child might be doing by the tenth year.

• Your Child’s Checkup: 9 Years

  Find out what this doctor's visit will involve and what your child might be doing by the ninth year.

• Your Child’s Checkup: 8 Years

  Find out what this doctor's visit will involve and what your child might be doing by the eighth year.

• Your Child’s Checkup: 7 Years

  Find out what this doctor's visit will involve and what your child might be doing by the seventh year.

• Your Child’s Checkup: 6 Years

  Find out what this doctor's visit will involve and what your child might be doing by the sixth year.

• Your Child’s Checkup: 2.5 Years (30 Months)

  Find out what this doctor's visit will involve and what your child might be doing by two and a half years.

• Your Child’s Checkup: 1 Month

  Find out what this doctor's visit will involve and what your baby might be doing by the first month.

• How Can I Comfort My Baby During Shots?

  Find out what the experts have to say.

• Finding Your Way in the Health Care System

  It can be stressful when your child needs medical attention, and more so when you're worried about where to get that care and how much it will cost. Here are some basics on managing the health care system.

• Your Child’s Checkups

  These age-specific guides can help you be prepared for and keep track of your well-child visits.

• Your Child’s Checkup: 15 Months

  Find out what this doctor's visit will involve and what your toddler might be doing by 15 months.

• Your Child’s Checkup: 6 Months

  Find out what this doctor's visit will involve and what your baby might be doing by 6 months.

• Your Child’s Checkup: 5 Years

  Find out what this doctor's visit will involve and what your child might be doing by the fifth year.

• Your Child’s Checkup: 4 Years

  Find out what this doctor's visit will involve and what your child might be doing by the fourth year.

• Your Child’s Checkup: 3 Years

  Find out what this doctor's visit will involve and what your child might be doing by the third year.

• Your Child’s Checkup: 2 Years (24 Months)

  Find out what this doctor's visit will involve and what your child might be doing by the second year.

• Your Child’s Checkup: 1.5 Years (18 Months)

  Find out what this doctor's visit will involve and what your toddler might be doing by 18 months.

• Your Child’s Checkup: 1 Year (12 Months)

  Find out what this doctor's visit will involve and what your baby might be doing by the first birthday.

• Your Child’s Checkup: 9 Months

  Find out what this doctor's visit will involve and what your baby might be doing by 9 months old.

• Your Child’s Checkup: 4 Months

  Find out what this doctor's visit will involve and what your baby might be doing by the fourth month.

• Your Child’s Checkup: 2 Months

  Find out what this doctor's visit will involve and what your baby might be doing by the second month.

• Your Child’s Checkup: 3 to 5 Days

  Find out what this doctor's checkup will involve a few days after your baby is born.

• Your Child’s Checkup: Newborn

  Find out what this doctor's checkup will involve after your baby arrives.

• Going to the Emergency Room

  Knowing what to expect when you need to take your child to the emergency room can help make it a little less stressful.

• Is it a Medical Emergency?

  Should you head straight for the emergency room when your child is hurt? Different problems require different levels of care, and you have many options.

• Your Daughter’s First Gynecology Visit

  The idea of going to the gynecologist may make your daughter feel nervous. Here's how to make her feel more comfortable.

• Immunization Schedule

  Which vaccines does your child need to receive and when? Use this immunization schedule as a handy reference.

• Medical Care and Your 4- to 7-Month-Old

  Because your baby begins to show his or her personality during these months, your questions may move from simple sleeping and eating concerns to those about physical and social development.

• Medical Care and Your 1- to 3-Month-Old

  You probably have lots of questions about your baby's health. When should you call the doctor, and what medical care should you expect for your baby at this age?

• Speech-Language Therapy

  Working with a certified speech-language pathologist can help a child with speech or language difficulties.

• Medical Care and Your 1- to 2-Year-Old

  The toddler months might continue to bring colds, bruises, and other minor emergencies, but you'll also find yourself dealing with your toddler's emerging independence.

• Medical Care and Your 8- to 12-Month-Old

  As your baby becomes more independent, you may have questions about how to prevent bumps and bruises. Here are some other topics you'll cover with your doctor.

• Medical Care and Your Newborn

  By the time you hold your new baby for the first time, you've probably chosen your little one's doctor. Learn about your newborn's medical care.

• Talking to Your Child’s Doctor

  Building a relationship with your child's doctor requires communication and reasonable expectations.

• Physical Therapy

  Doctors often recommend physical therapy for kids who have been injured or have movement problems from an illness, disease, or disability. Learn more about PT.

• Occupational Therapy

  Occupational therapy can help improve kids' cognitive, physical, and motor skills and enhance their self-esteem and sense of accomplishment.

• Medical Care and Your 13- to 18-Year-Old

  Regular visits help your teen's doctor keep track of changes in physical, mental, and social development. The doctor can also help your teen understand the importance of choosing a healthy lifestyle.

• Medical Care and Your 6- to 12-Year-Old

  Regular well-child exams are essential to keep kids healthy and up-to-date with immunizations. Find out what to expect at the doctor's office.

• Medical Care and Your 4- to 5-Year-Old

  Regular well-child exams are essential for keeping kids healthy and up-to-date with immunizations against dangerous childhood diseases. Find out what to expect at the doctor's office.

• Medical Care and Your 2- to 3-Year-Old

  Regular well-child exams are essential to keeping kids healthy and up-to-date with immunizations against dangerous diseases. Here's what to expect at the doctor's office.