About this episode

Allison Egidi and Dr. Stephanie Grice discuss how to prepare for pediatric well visits and support children's health through various stages of development.

Pediatrician Dr. Stephanie Grice joins Allison for the first installment of a three-part summer series. Together, they take a deep dive into well visits, from infancy through the teen years, covering what pediatricians are looking for, how parents can prepare, and how these appointments evolve as children grow. Dr. Grice shares practical advice for preparing children for checkups, reducing anxiety around vaccines, navigating sensitive topics, and knowing which questions are best addressed during a well visit versus a separate appointment. Allison also shares her own experiences helping her daughters prepare for appointments and discusses ways parents can partner with their pediatrician to support healthy habits at home. Whether you're bringing in a newborn, a nervous preschooler, a school-age child, or a teenager, this conversation will help you feel more confident walking into your next pediatrician appointment. In This Episode, You'll Learn: How to prepare for infant and toddler well visits The developmental milestones pediatricians are assessing at different ages What to expect regarding vaccines and routine screenings Why preparing children ahead of time for shots often…

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