THE FOUR MONTH VISIT

The Four Month Visit

We will

• Take their height and weight and head circumference.
• Give them the second round of three vaccines, Vaxelis (combination of DTaP, HIB, Polio, & Hep B), Vaxelis (combination of DTaP, HIB, Polio, & Hep B) and Pneumococcal.

GUIDANCE

Development: Your baby will most likely be able to lift their head all the way up when placed on their belly, grasp a rattle, and put their little hands together. Your child will also continue to laugh and smile more and more.

Feeding: You may notice that your baby seems distracted or disinterested when feeding, but fear not. At this age feeding habits begin to change. Read on….

Solid food: Your baby may look hungrily at your food and even try to grab it. If this is the case, how about starting them on a little solid food? Don’t waste your time with cereals, since they offer little added nutritional value. Read more about when, how and why to start your tot on solid foods.