The Basics
How often do I need to take my baby for well-baby visits?
Babies grow quickly! During the first year of life, they need to visit with the doctor or nurse regularly to make sure they are healthy.
Babies need to see the doctor or nurse 6 times during their first year. The first well-baby visit is 2 to 3 days after coming home from the hospital. After that visit, babies need to see the doctor or nurse when they are:
- 1 month old
- 2 months old
- 4 months old
- 6 months old
- 9 months old
If you are worried about your baby’s health, don’t wait until the next scheduled visit – call the doctor or nurse right away.
