Child's Well Visit, 5 Years: Care Instructions
Your child may like to play with friends and have an interest in connections between people. They may be a
great little storyteller.
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Your child may know the names of things around the house and what they're used for. Your child can
learn their own home address and your phone number.
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They may be able to copy shapes like triangles and squares. And they might like to count on their
fingers.
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Forming healthy eating habits
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Offer healthy foods, including fruits and vegetables.
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Let your child choose how much they eat. If they aren't hungry, it's okay for them to wait until the next
meal or snack.
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Offer water when your child is thirsty. Avoid juice and soda pop.
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Remove screens when eating. Make meals a time for family to connect.
Being active as a family
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Let your child play and be active for at least 1 hour every day.
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Visit the park. Go for walks and bike rides together, if you can.
Practicing healthy habits
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Help your child brush their teeth twice a day and floss once a day. Take them to the dentist twice a year.
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Limit screen time to 2 hours or less a day.
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Don't smoke or let others smoke around your child.
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Put your child to bed at about the same time every night.
Keeping your child safe
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Always use a car seat or booster seat. Install it in the back seat.
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Make sure your child wears a helmet if they ride a bike or scooter.
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Teach your child not to talk to strangers.
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Keep guns away from children. If you have guns, lock them up unloaded. Lock ammunition away from guns.
Parenting your child
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Read and play games with your child often.
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Let your child help with simple chores, like making their bed.
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Praise good behavior. Don't yell or spank. Your child learns from watching and listening to you.
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Don't use food as a reward or punishment.
Getting vaccines
Follow-up care is a key part of your child's treatment and safety. Be sure to make and go to all
appointments, and call your doctor if your child is having problems. It's also a good idea to know your
child's test results and keep a list of the medicines your child takes.
Current as of: October 24, 2023
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