Well Baby Visits in Ottawa
If you’re in Ottawa, Ontario, and looking for “well-baby” or “well-child” assessments, our clinic is here to help. These assessments are crucial for monitoring your child’s growth and development, as most children are expected to meet certain health milestones at specific times. By keeping a close eye on your child’s progress, we can quickly address any abnormalities and ensure they’re on the right track.
Reassurance for baby and parents
In addition to monitoring your baby’s development milestones, our “well-baby” appointments in Ottawa, Ontario, also include addressing any concerns you may have as a new parent. We understand that adjusting to parenthood can be challenging, so we’re here to support you every step of the way. Our team is happy to consult with you about any issues, whether it’s related to your baby’s health or your own well-being.
Included as part of a well-baby visit:
- Growth and weight
- Evaluation of normal organ function
- Developmental milestones
- Social and emotional
- Language and communication
- Cognitive/mental
- Movement/physical
- Discuss feeding, sleeping, and expected behaviors
- Parental adjustments: adjusting to life as a parent
- Immunizations and record keeping
Recommended schedule for “well-baby” checks
The following is the Rourke Baby Record (RBR) recommended “Well-baby” schedule:
| Stage of development | Assessment milestones |
| Birth – 1 month | Week 1, week 2, week 4 |
| 1 month – 6 months | Month 2, month 4, month 6 |
| 6 months – 15 months | Month 9, month 12, month 15 |
| Year 1 – 5 | Month 18, 2-3 years of age, 4-5 years of age |
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