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F) Tips for Taking Care of Your 6 Month Old

Well Child – Tips for Taking Care of Your 6 Month Old

CHILDREN ARE CONSTANTLY CHANGING. And while you as parents can’t anticipate every change, these Well Child Tips can prepare you for what lies ahead and help you raise a healthy and safe child.

Ages & Stages Questionnaire

The Ages and Stages questionnaire is a screening tool used by your physician to test for physical and social-emotional development for children from one month to 5 years. Highly reliable and valid, ASQ looks at strengths and trouble spots, educates parents about developmental milestones, and incorporates parents’ expert knowledge about their children.

TIPP – 6 to 12 Months Safety for Your Child

Hundreds of children under 1 year of age die every year in the United States because of injuries, most of which can be prevented. Often, injuries happen because parents are not aware of what their children can do. Read more to learn how to prevent needless injuries in your child.

Activities for 6 months old

Here are some helpful tips for your baby’s social and emotional development.

Activities for 4-8 months old

Here are some helpful tips for your baby’s development.

Georgia Immunization Requirements for Child Care and School Attendance Information for Parents

Georgia law requires that all children who attend child care and enter school be up to date on immunizations to be protected against these diseases: diphtheria, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, Hib, measles, mumps, rubella, pertussis, tetanus, varicella (chickenpox), polio, and pneumococcal disease. The following information lists specific Georgia state immunization requirements for children entering child care and school.

DIPHTHERIA TETANUS & PERTUSSIS Vaccines – What You Need to Know

Diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis are serious diseases caused by bacteria. Diphtheria and pertussis are spread from person to person. Tetanus enters the body through cuts or wounds. Read below to learn more about these vaccines.

Haemophilus Influenzae Type b (Hib) Vaccine – What You Need to Know

Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) disease is a serious disease caused by a bacteria. It usually strikes children under 5 years old. Your child can get Hib disease by being around other children or adults who may have the bacteria and not know it. Read below for more details on this vaccine.

How do Infants Learn?

As soon as they are born, infants begin to learn about the world from their experiences. They can see and hear what is happening around them and can communicate their needs and interests to others. Learn how you truly are your baby’s first teacher.

After the Shots…What to do if Your Child has Discomfort

Your child may need extra love and care after getting vaccinated. Some vaccinations that protect children from serious diseases also can cause discomfort for a while. Here are answers to questions many parents have after their children have been vaccinated.

POLIO Vaccine – What you Need to Know

Polio is a disease caused by a virus. It enters a child’s (or adult’s) body through the mouth. Sometimes it does not cause serious illness. But sometimes it causes paralysis. Read below to learn all you need to know about the Polio vaccine

PNEUMOCOCCAL CONJUGATE Vaccine – What You Need to Know

Infection with Streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria can make children very sick. It causes blood infections, pneumonia, and meningitis, mostly in young children. Although pneumococal meningitis is relatively rare it is fatal in about 1 of 10 cases in children. Read below to learn about the Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine.

ROTAVIRUS Vaccine – What You Need to Know

Rotavirus is a virus that causes severe diarrhea, mostly in babies and young children. It is often accompanied by vomiting and fever. Rotavirus is not the only cause of severe diarrhea, but it is one of the most serious. Before rotavirus vaccine was used, rotavirus was responsible for:

more than 400,000 doctor visits,
more than 200,000 emergency room visits,
55,000 to 70,000 hospitalizations, and
20-60 deaths in the United States each year. Download the PDF to learn more about the Rotavirus Vaccine.

Patient Portal Information

The user friendly patient portal offers many benefits, including private access to your child’s medical information online. Learn about the many reasons to sign up and how to get started.

Developmental Screening

The comprehensive developmental screening should be completed online prior to all well visits from age 1 month to 6 years, ADHD/ADD visits, and visits with behavioral concerns. This type of enhanced developmental screening is recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics and hailed as a major advancement in preventive care for kids.