Well-child visit
Scheduled pediatric check-ups are a fundamental part of a child’s growth and development
They provide opportunities for prevention, guidance, and support. Their purpose is not only to assess the child’s physical health, but also to monitor motor, cognitive, emotional, and social development.
Well-child visit
They provide opportunities for prevention, guidance, and support. Their purpose is not only to assess the child’s physical health, but also to monitor motor, cognitive, emotional, and social development.
The Pediatric Practice provides these check-ups with care and continuity, following the official recommendations of the Swiss Society of Pediatrics (SSP). The goal is to ensure comprehensive, child-centered care through close collaboration with the family.
Why Are Well-Child Visits Important?
Scheduled well-child visits make it possible to:
- monitor the child’s growth and physical, cognitive, and emotional development;
- identify potential health conditions or developmental concerns at an early stage;
- provide practical guidance on nutrition, sleep, safety, behavior, and vaccinations;
- offer advice and management for common childhood concerns, including sleep difficulties, behavioral issues, feeding problems, and bowel disorders (constipation, diarrhea, and reflux);
- provide nutritional counseling and dietary support;
- build an ongoing relationship between the pediatrician and parents, based on trust, open communication, and attentive listening.
Every visit is an opportunity to support the family, answer questions, and help parents develop the knowledge and confidence they need to care for their child’s health and well-being.
Recommended Schedule for Preventive Well-Child Visits (SSP)
Preventive well-child visits are scheduled throughout the different stages of childhood and are fully covered by basic health insurance.
| Child’s Age | Main Objectives of the Visit |
| 1 month | Getting to know the family, general newborn examination, growth assessment, breastfeeding, sleep, and parent–child bonding. |
| 2 months | Neuromotor development, growth, nutrition, behavior, and first vaccinations. |
| 4 months | Neuromotor development, growth, nutrition, behavior, gradual introduction of complementary foods, and routine vaccinations. |
| 6 months | Motor development, social interaction, sleep, and oral health. |
| 9 months | Neuromotor development, growth, nutrition, behavior, language development, home safety, and vaccinations. |
| 12 months | Neuromotor development, growth, nutrition, behavior, and vaccinations. |
| 18 months | Assessment of language and motor development, social interaction, behavior, vaccinations, and autism screening. |
| 2 years | Growth, language development, nutrition, and hygiene. |
| 3 years | Neuromotor development, growth, nutrition, behavior, and preschool health assessment. |
| 4 years | Vision and hearing assessment, language development, and social-emotional development. |
| 6 years | Overall developmental assessment, posture, nutrition, lifestyle habits, and vaccinations. |
| 10 years | Growth, early puberty, independence, and healthy nutrition. |
| 12 years | Growth and pubertal development, vaccinations, emotional well-being, healthy lifestyle, and preventive counselling. |
| 14 years | Physical and emotional changes, parent–adolescent relationships, sexual health, and prevention of substance use and addiction. |
Vaccinations and Prevention
During scheduled well-child visits, your child’s vaccinations are also reviewed according to the official Swiss Immunization Schedule (see Infovac and the Swiss Federal Office of Public Health).
Your pediatrician supports parents in making informed vaccination decisions by providing clear, up-to-date, and evidence-based information.
A Shared Journey
Every visit is designed to be part of an ongoing partnership between your pediatrician and your family. Your child is not simply “checked,” but carefully listened to and assessed within the context of their overall growth and development. Parents also have the opportunity to ask questions, discuss concerns, or seek advice about the everyday challenges of raising a child.
