In child health, the most valuable approach is taking preventive steps before illness arises. Well-child monitoring aims to track growth, development and nutrition through regular check-ups, catch potential problems early, complete vaccinations on time and keep families informed at every stage. In Gaziantep Şahinbey, we offer this service for all children aged 0-18 years.
The Purpose of Well-Child Monitoring
Children change constantly; every month they acquire new skills and their nutritional needs shift. Thanks to regular monitoring:
- We assess whether growth and development are progressing along their own curve.
- Silently advancing conditions such as iron deficiency, vitamin D deficiency and short stature are detected early.
- The vaccination schedule is carried out without interruption.
- Parents receive accurate information from a reliable source on nutrition, sleep, accident prevention and development.
What Do We Evaluate During Monitoring?
Growth: Percentile Tracking
At every check-up, height, weight and head circumference are measured and plotted on the growth curve. What matters is not a single measurement but the trend over time. Sudden deviations (a halt in weight or excessive gain) are evaluated in detail. On poor appetite and inability to gain weight, our article Picky Eaters and Eating Disorders guides families.
Development: Milestones
We review together whether sitting, walking, first words and social skills are progressing in line with age. For the skills expected month by month, our guide Month-by-Month Infant Development is a practical checklist. If a delay is suspected, Developmental Disorders and Signs of Delay is assessed.
Vaccination Schedule
Vaccines in the national schedule, as well as optional special vaccines, are administered on time and recorded. For the current program, you can review our 2026 Türkiye Vaccination Schedule page.
Nutrition Counseling
Age-appropriate nutrition is the foundation of healthy growth. We provide guidance on the transition to solid foods, iron and vitamin D supplementation, and balanced nutrition. Related guides: Transition to Solid Foods • Vitamin D Deficiency • Iron Deficiency Anemia.
Screening and Preventive Health
Vision and hearing screenings, anemia screening, dental health referral and sleep pattern assessment are part of monitoring. For sleep problems, our article Sleep Patterns in Children is helpful.
Recommended Check-Up Schedule by Age
| Period | Check-Up Frequency |
|---|---|
| 0-12 months | Day 15-30, and months 2, 4, 6, 9, 12 |
| 1-2 years | Every 6 months |
| 2 years and older | Once a year |
This plan is a guideline; the frequency may be increased depending on your child's development.
Your Contribution as a Parent
The greatest strength of well-child monitoring is the family's involvement in the process. You can ask any question on your mind — from nutrition to sleep patterns, from behavior to growth — without hesitation during the check-up. We plan our examination time so that we can answer your questions patiently.
Related guides: Month-by-Month Infant Development • 2026 Vaccination Schedule • Vitamin D Deficiency
Frequently Asked Questions
In the first year, at 15-30 days and at 2, 4, 6, 9 and 12 months; in the second year, every 6 months; and once a year thereafter. This plan is personalized according to the child's development.
A percentile is a measure that compares your child's height, weight and head circumference with those of their peers. There is no single 'ideal' value; what matters is that growth progresses steadily along its own curve.
Yes. Well-child monitoring is the most effective way to catch problems before they appear, administer vaccines on time and support development.
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