ANTICIPATORY GUIDANCE
How are things going for you, your baby, and your family?
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4 MONTH VISIT
YOUR FAMILY’S HEALTH AND WELL-BEING
Living Situation
Are you or is anyone else in your household exposed to harmful substances, such as lead? This may occur in a work
environment such as construction, farming, or factory work.
No Yes
Family Relationships and Support
Do you have someone to turn to when problems arise?
Yes No
Haveyouandyourpartnerbeenabletondtimealone?
Yes No
If you have other children, are you able to spend time with each of them alone?
Yes No
Have you returned to work or school or do you plan to do so?
No Yes
Ifso,haveyoubeenabletondsomeonetocareforyourbaby?
Yes No
Do you get a daily report on your baby’s activities from your caregiver? It may include feeding, elimination, sleep,
and playtime.
Yes No
CARING FOR YOUR BABY
Your Changing Baby
Are you able to calm your baby when he is crying?
Yes No
Are you ever afraid that you or other caregivers may hurt the baby?
No Yes
Are you beginning to understand your baby’s likes and dislikes?
Yes No
Do you have a daily routine for feedings, naps, and bedtime?
Yes No
Is a TV, computer, tablet, or smartphone on in the background when your baby is in the room?
No Yes
Does your baby watch TV or play on a tablet or smartphone?
If yes, how much time each day? _____ hours
No Yes
Do you put your baby on her tummy for short periods of time when she is awake and with you?
Yes No
Do you and your baby enjoy quiet activities, such as reading, singing, or taking walks outside?
Yes No
HEALTHY TEETH
Taking Care of Your Teeth
Doyouregularlyseeadentistandbrushandossyourteeth?
Yes No
Taking Care of Your Baby’s Teeth
Is your baby showing signs of teething, such as drooling?
No Yes
Do you let your baby have a bottle in the crib?
No Yes
Do you have any questions about how to clean your baby’s gums or teeth?
No Yes
FEEDING YOUR BABY
General Information
Are you feeding your baby anything other than breast milk or formula?
No Yes
Are you comfortable waiting until your baby is about 6 months old to begin introducing solid foods?
Yes No
Can you tell when your baby is hungry?
Yes No
Can you tell when your baby is full?
Yes No
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RISK ASSESSMENT
Anemia
Isyourbabydrinkinganythingotherthanbreastmilkoriron-fortiedformula?
No Yes Unsure
Hearing
Do you have concerns about how your baby hears?
No Yes Unsure
Vision
Do you have concerns about how your baby sees?
No Yes Unsure
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