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Medical Care

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

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

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

Regular well-child exams are an important part of keeping kids healthy and up to date on vaccines against serious diseases. Find out what to expect at the doctor's office.

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

Because your baby begins to show their personality during these months, your questions might focus on physical and social development.

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

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

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

You'll see your baby's doctor often during your little one's first year. Here's what to expect right after your baby arrives.

Newborn Well-Child Checkup

Find out what to expect during your newborn's well-child checkup.

Occupational Therapy

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

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.

Preventing Caregiver Burnout

Caregiver burnout happens when you try to do it all without having access to the help or rest you need. Learn the signs, how to prevent burnout, and get support.