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Toddler Health Checks
Doctors @ Morningside conduct Toddler health checks. These are regular appointments that monitor your child’s growth, development, health, and wellbeing. They also provide an opportunity for parents to discuss any concerns about their child’s development or behaviour.
Regular toddler health checks are aimed at toddlers aged between 1–4 years of age. If you have any concerns regarding your toddler, you must bring these issues to your doctor’s attention.
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When Are Toddler Health Checks Recommended?
While you can see your GP at any time, common developmental review ages include:
- 12 months
- 18 months
- 2 years
- 3 years
- 4 years (before starting school)
In Australia, many children also receive developmental checks through their Child Health Nurse, but GPs play an important role in ongoing monitoring and can assess any concerns between these visits.
When Should You Book an Earlier GP Appointment?
It’s a good idea to book a review if you notice your toddler:
- Is not meeting expected developmental milestones.
- Has limited speech or isn’t responding to their name.
- Has difficulty walking or loses previously learned skills.
- Has concerns with hearing or vision.
- Has ongoing feeding, sleeping, or behavioural difficulties.
- Has poor growth or weight gain.
- Has recurrent illnesses or persistent health concerns.
Regular toddler health checks help identify any concerns early so that, if needed, your GP can arrange further assessment or refer your child to the appropriate specialists or allied health professionals.
The health check can include:-
Growth and Physical Health
- Measuring height, weight, and head circumference (when appropriate)
- Plotting growth on growth charts
- General physical examination (heart, lungs, abdomen, ears, eyes, skin)
- Reviewing nutrition and eating habits
- Discussing sleep patterns
Developmental Assessment
The GP will assess whether your toddler is meeting expected milestones, including:
- Gross motor skills (walking, running, climbing)
- Fine motor skills (stacking blocks, drawing, using utensils)
- Speech and language development
- Social interaction and emotional development
- Problem-solving and learning skills
Behaviour
Discussion about:
- Tantrums and emotional regulation
- Toilet training
- Separation anxiety
- Social skills and play
- Managing challenging behaviours
Hearing and Vision
The GP may:
- Ask about hearing and vision concerns
- Perform basic screening where appropriate
- Refer for formal hearing or eye assessments if needed
Immunisations
Review your child’s vaccination status and administer any vaccines that are due under the National Immunisation Program.
Nutrition
Advice on:
- Healthy eating
- Iron intake
- Calcium and vitamin D
- Managing fussy eating
- Appropriate milk intake
- Preventing choking
Dental Health
Discussion about:
- Brushing teeth with fluoride toothpaste
- Limiting sugary foods and drinks
- First dental visit recommendations
Safety
Advice tailored to your toddler’s age, including:
- Car restraints
- Water safety
- Sun protection
- Home safety (falls, poisons, burns)
- Safe sleep if still napping
Common Health Concerns
The GP may discuss or assess:
- Frequent infections
- Eczema or allergies
- Asthma symptoms
- Constipation
- Skin rashes
- Recurrent ear infections
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