Some pediatricians' schedules will vary slightly, but the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends babies get checkups at birth, 3 to 5 days after birth and then at 1, 2, 4, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18 and 24 months.

How many checkups do babies have in the first year?

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that you take your baby in for at least nine checkups during the first three years. To learn more about what the doctor will do, ask, and look for during those visits, and the most common questions parents have, click on the checkups below.

How often should you take your child for a check up?

The answer depends on the child's health and age. Generally speaking, a healthy child who is at least two or three years old will need to see their doctor only once a year for a check-up. Younger children will need to go more often.