Weaning

Routine Checkups

A well-baby checkup is a good time to ask questions about weaning. During this checkup, your baby's doctor will:

• Compare the baby's current weight, height, and head size with measurements taken at birth to see if the rate of growth is normal.
• Ask how well the baby is eating and sleeping and whether any problems have developed.

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Author:	Debby Golonka, MPH	Last Updated: June 19, 2008
Medical Review:	Michael J. Sexton, MD - Pediatrics Joy Melnikow, MD, MPH - Family Medicine
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