Congratulations, that used-to-be tiny baby of yours is now officially a toddler!
While toddlerhood is actually a time filled with exciting milestones, beautiful memories, and boundless curiosity, it has gained a little notoriety for the tantrums and all the “NOs” it often comes with.
There’s no better person to help you and your child navigate the “terrible twos and threes” and ensure their health and well-being during this entre journey of self-discovery than your pediatrician.
Your pediatrician will guide you through many crucial decisions about your child’s health care not just during toddlerhood, but all the way through your child’s adolescent years. It’s therefore important to work on establishing a trusting relationship with them.
Foster good communication with your pediatrician by asking the right questions during your appointments: this will go a long way toward establishing a good, long-term relationship with them and ensuring you make the most out of each visit.
Questions Worth Asking Your Toddler’s Pediatrician
Below is a list of some of the questions about your toddler’s growth, development, and overall health that you’ll want to make sure you ask your pediatrician during your appointment.
- Is my child’s development or growth appropriate for their age?
- What specific health screenings and vaccinations should my toddler get and when?
- How many words should my toddler be saying by now?
- Will my child need a physical exam before starting nursery school?
- How can I improve my child’s diet?
- I think my child has a food allergy/intolerance. What should I do?
- What’s the best way to handle my toddler’s tantrums?
- How much sleep does my toddler need? What tips do you have that can improve their sleep?
- How will I know when my toddler is ready for toilet training? Can you recommend any strategies to help them?
- How much time should my child spend watching TV or using their electronic gadget?
- What developmental milestones can I expect during toddlerhood?
- My toddler is always sick. What should I do?
- How can I encourage my toddler to make friends?
- I think my child has ADHD. What should I do? What specific tests do you perform to confirm a diagnosis?
- Are there support groups available for parents of children living with ADHD or other types of mental health issues?
- How often do we need to see you for well-child visits?
- How much does my toddler have to weigh based on their height and age?
Recommended Schedule for Well-Child Visits
The following is a schedule of well-child visits, as recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP):
- First week- three to five days after birth
- 1 month
- 2, 4, 6, 9, 12, 15, and 18 months
- 2 years
- 2 1/2 years
- 3 years
After the age of 3, your child should see their pediatrician annually until they reach the age of 21, or more frequently, if necessary.
Reliable Pediatrician in Tuckahoe, New York
At Village Pediatric Group, our board-certified pediatricians pride themselves on their expertise, professionalism, compassion, and unwavering commitment to partnering with parents in laying the groundwork for their children to thrive physically, mentally, and socially. Through the comprehensive, holistic care we provide, we equip the children in Tuckahoe and beyond to live healthy, happy, and productive lives.
To find out more about the pediatric services we offer or to see one of our pediatricians, call us today at (914) 771-7070. You may also request an appointment right here on our website.
