18-Month Enhanced Well-Baby Visit
18 months is an important time in your child’s development to check in on how they are learning and growing.
Plan a visit with your family doctor or your nurse practitioner for the 18-month Enhanced Well-Baby Visit. If you do not have a family doctor or a nurse practitioner, you can visit a walk-in clinic. You may also sign up with Health Care Connect to get support from a nurse to help you find a doctor.
Parents are encouraged to bring their children to a health care provider for regular check-ups. These regular check-ups are also called well-baby visits. The Enhanced 18-Month Well-Baby Visit is especially important since it’s your child's last regular check-up before they start school.
At the Enhanced 18-Month Well-Baby Visit, you will have the opportunity to:
- Ask questions about your child’s developmental milestones
- Voice your concerns about your child's development
- Learn about community resources and services
- Get your child’s regular check-up and their 18-month vaccines
How do parents prepare for the Enhanced 18-Month Well-Baby Visit?
- Complete the 18-month Looksee Checklist before your visit with a health care provider.
- Review McMaster University's 18-Month Well-Baby Visit Planner ®.
- Visit the Play&Learn website for expert reviewed games and activities that are appropriate for your toddler's age.
For more information: Health HQ | Ontario’s 18-Month Well-Baby Visit