5 Year Well Visit

Routine well-child visits that focus on your child's growth, development and well-being are important for supporting their overall health. All children develop at different rates. Talk with your provider about questions and concerns you have in any of these areas. 

Your Visit May Include

• Growth: Measurements that show where your child is compared with other kids.
  1. Weight - light clothing on standing scale
  2. Height - standing
• Blood pressure: A cuff is placed around your child's arm that gives a squeeze.
• Lead: A poke of the finger for blood to test for lead. Learn what lead is, why it is a concern and how we test for it.
• Fluoride: Fluoride is brushed on your child's teeth to protect them from cavities.
• Hearing: Your child will be asked to respond to sounds through headphones.
• Vision eye screen: Your child will be asked to identify letters or shapes on a board across the room. Help is available for children who will have difficulties with this type of vision test.
• Screening for mental health: Questions about your child's overall well-being and mental health will be done for this visit.

Vaccines

Typically there are no vaccines needed at the 5 year visit. This may differ based on circumstances specific to your child and the clinic where your child receives care. Your child may also be due for other seasonal vaccines such as influenza or COVID-19. 

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Learn More About Our Team

• Behavioral health consultants: Learn more about how they are a part of our primary care team and how they can help. Ask your provider for more information.

Safety

• Car seat: Learn about the best ways to keep your child safe when riding in the car.
• Water safety: Learn tips to keep your child safe around water.

Common Topics

• Back to school: Use these tips to help make sure your child has a safe, healthy and happy year.
• Dental care: Learn how to keep your child's teeth healthy.
• Healthier you: Watch a video to learn about healthy food choices and the importance of eating as a family.
• Overcoming fears: Fears are a normal part of childhood. Learn what fears your child may have and how you can help.
• Positive parenting: Learn tips about age appropriate parenting strategies.
• Screen time: Find out how much is too much and other media use tips.