In the midst of the curiosity and constant moving, it’s important to remember the necessity of checkups for your little one. Through Crow Wing County’s Child and Teen Checkups program, medical, dental and vision appointments are FREE to anyone on Medical Assistance. Your child’s 15-month checkups will cover the following:
A chance to ask your questions
Reliable information about healthy food, sleep, behavior and safety
A check on how your toddler is growing, learning, developing, and feeling
Time to talk about parenting
Weight, length, head size
Head-to-toe exam
Immunizations, if needed
Blood check for lead and anemia (once between 9 to 15 months)
Help finding regular dental care
Fluoride varnish for healthy teeth
Hearing and vision checks
Support with family needs:
Food, housing, utilities
Money or job resources
Child care
Transportation
Help with safe relationships, mental health or substance use