Performed by
Pediatrician
What happens during this examination?
- Physical examination
- Developmental assessment (sitting, grasping, social interaction)
- Vaccination status check and possible follow-up vaccinations
- Complementary feeding counseling
Preparation Tips
- Bring vaccination record and yellow booklet
- Note any developmental peculiarities
Questions for your doctor
- How to best introduce complementary foods?
- Does my baby need additional iron?
- Is motor development on track?
When to call the doctor
- No active reaching attempt
- No babbling ("baba", "mama")
- No rolling from back to tummy
Parent Tips
- Introduce complementary foods slowly
- Continue practicing tummy time