Congratulations! You've survived the first two months, and will soon be getting a glimpse of your baby's personality. Even though your little one is just 2 months old, your baby may
already be smiling, looking at you, and starting to hold their head up! This is a great time to talk to your baby's doctor about these exciting developmental milestones and more. Here's what to expect at your baby's 2-month checkup. You Can Expect Your Baby's Doctor to:Give your baby's first combination immunizations. These may include:
Remember, these vaccines are safe, and your baby really needs them to protect them from many life-threatening illnesses, such as pertussis or whooping cough. Questions Your Baby's Doctor May Ask
Feeding Questions You May Have
Feeding Tips
Sleeping Questions You May Have
Sleeping Tips
This is also a great time to start talking to your baby. They'll be fascinated by your voice and will likely respond with coos and smiles! And enjoy every moment -- your baby will change quickly! How many shots does a baby get at 2 month check up?Your baby will receive the pneumococcal, DTaP, Hib, and polio vaccines (combined in two shots) and the rotavirus vaccine (given orally). She'll also get the second hepatitis B now if she didn't get it at the 1-month checkup. An assistant may administer the vaccines.
What happens at baby's 2 month checkup?Your Child's Checkup: 2 Months. Check your baby's weight, length, and head circumference and plot the measurements on a growth chart.. Ask questions, address concerns, and offer advice about how your baby is: ... . Do an exam with your baby undressed while you are present. ... . Do screening tests. ... . Update immunizations.. Which vaccines should the nurse expect to be prescribed for a 2 month old brought into the pediatrician's office for a well baby checkup?2-month shots
DTaP (diphtheria, tetanus and pertussis) Hib (haemophilus influenzae type b) IPV (inactivated poliovirus) PCV13 (pneumococcal)
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