Well-Baby Visit

What are well-baby visits?

Well-baby visits are medical evaluations in which your pediatric specialist assesses your baby’s overall health and wellness. They can also detect possible medical problems before they turn serious. The Astoria Pediatric PC providers have many years of experience caring for babies of all ages.

What are the benefits of routine well-baby visits?

Some of the benefits you can expect when attending routine well-baby visits at Astoria Pediatric PC include:

• Better health for your baby
• Disease management
• Early detection of medical problems
• Low risk of complications
• Exceptional medical care

By seeing your child’s pediatric specialist regularly, your baby has the best chance of growing and developing properly. 

What should I expect during well-baby visits?

During well-baby visits at Astoria Pediatric PC, friendly providers greet you and your baby and complete the following:

Vital signs check

A pediatric specialist weighs your baby and assesses their pulse, length, and head circumference. They also evaluate your child’s growth patterns.

Medical history review

An Astoria Pediatric PC provider reviews your baby’s medical history with you. This includes personal and family medical history, possible symptoms, and medications they may take. 

They also inquire about your baby’s eating habits, sleeping habits, and activity patterns. Your provider asks a series of questions about your baby’s developmental milestones.

Physical exam

A pediatric specialist also completes a physical exam to evaluate your baby’s overall health and development. They assess their eyes, ears, heartbeat, reflexes, breathing, abdomen, physical and cognitive development, and more.

Testing or treatment

If your baby has unusual symptoms, their specialist may recommend diagnostic testing, such as blood tests, to diagnose possible problems. Treatment may include dietary supplements, medications, or lifestyle changes. Astoria Pediatric PC also offers vaccinations for babies.

How often should I schedule well-baby visits?

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) suggests scheduling well-baby visits when your baby reaches the following ages:

• 3-5 days old
• One month old
• Two months old
• Four months old
• Six months old
• Nine months old
• 12 months old
• 15 months old
• 18 months old
• 24 months old

You can also schedule wellness checkups when your child turns age two-and-a-half, three, and every year after age three.

To schedule a well-baby visit at Astoria Pediatric PC, call the office or use the online booking tool today.