What to Expect at Your Baby’s 9 Month Checkup
If you are following the regular vaccination schedule, your baby may get a break from vaccinations during this visit. However, they may be tested for Anemia.
Here is what you can expect for your baby's 9 month checkup:
- Your baby's length will be measured and compared to a standard height chart. The doctor will let you know what percentile your baby falls into for height. The doctor will then compare the percentile from the last appointment to the percentile from this appointment to make sure everything seems normal.
- Your baby will be weighed. His/her weight will be compared to a standard weight chart. The doctor will let you know what percentile your baby falls into for weight. The doctor will then compare the percentile from the last appointment to the percentile from this appointment to make sure everything seems normal.
- Your baby's head circumference will be measured and compared to a standard chart. The doctor will let you know what percentile your baby falls into for head circumference. The doctor will then compare the percentile from the last appointment to the percentile from this appointment to make sure everything seems normal.
- The doctor will perform a physical exam of your baby.
- Hemoglobin Blood Test for Anemia
