This annual visit does more than just give you a chance to get school forms signed,
As summer winds down, many parents start thinking about school supplies, new clothes and changes in schedules. But there’s one important task that should also be on the back-to-school checklist: scheduling a checkup with your child’s doctor. These yearly visits help make sure your child is healthy, growing well and ready to start the school year strong.
Back-to-school checkups are a chance to catch small health concerns before they become bigger problems. They also give parents time to ask questions about their child’s physical health, emotional well-being and development.