You are already paying $10.00, $20.00, $40.00 or more in co-payments to your own pediatrician each time you go in for a check up. For just a few dollars more, you can receive a wealth of additional valuable information from the world's most renowned and respected pediatrician.
Here is what is covered at each "visit":
Growth - Dr. Sears will help you understand how much height, weight, and head circumference your child is expected to gain at each age. You will get an understanding of what your child's growth percentiles mean, what growth patterns are normal, and what growth patterns may be abnormal. Be sure to write down your child's measurements from your own pediatrician's visit and ask for a copy of the growth curve so you can better understand your child's growth.
Physical exam - Dr. Sears will discuss the important aspects of your baby's body and what the doctor is checking for at each specific age.
Nutrition - you will learn the most important issues regarding your child's nutrition at each stage of life, and how to make sure your child's nutrition is at its best.
Parenting and behavior issues - Dr. Sears will give valuable tips to help you understand your child better and how to approach the most common issues faced by parents at each age.
Development - you will learn important developmental milestones for your child at each age, as well as development-promoting games and activities for the coming months.
Safety - Dr. Sears will discuss the most important issues in safety and prevention that are key for each age.
Most common illnesses - Dr. Sears will discuss the most common illnesses in each age group.
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