Records you'll need:

• Updated insurance card
• Immunization record
• List of medications currently taking with full name and dose
• List of questions that need to be reviewed

Making a list of questions

Consider your child's progress and what has changed since the last visit such as changes in health or behavior, changes within the family, etc. Make a list of questions or concerns you may want to discuss.

Bring a notepad to take any notes you want to remember, (the more you know).

• Always ask questions, even if some don't seem directly related to your child's health. 
• Try to put worries into words; A good health care provider will try to help you think through issues and find answers or referrals.
• If there are any concerns raised by other care givers or family members bring them up.
• Prepare your child for the visit and encourage your child to ask questions or discuss concerns.

Questions you or your child may be asked

• Has there been any Tuberculosis exposure?
• Has there been any Lead exposure (if under 6 years old).
• Developmental milestones according to your child's age (if under 6 years old).
• How does your baby respond to new people?
• How many hours does your teen sleep at night?
• How is school going for your?
• How are you handling stress?
• Are you driving yet?

During the Visit

• Make sure you talk about what matters to you. Your unique way of interacting with your child helps the health care provider
  understand more about your child's development and your priorities.
• You should ask questions about any important issues with your child such getting along with others, playing sports, after school jobs, etc.
• Make sure you mention any significant family events that have happened since the last visit (a family move, death, divorce, or sickness in the family).
• Offer feedback about recommendations made to you about your child's health. Your opinions will always be respected.
• Ask what you can do to help your child's development and wellness.
• Learn what's likely to happen next in your child's growth and development.

Sharing information helps strengthen the partnership between you and your child's health care provider. Share your ideas, observations, and good resources with your health care provider; in turn, always ask for recommendations.

Finally, make sure offer your health care providers constructive feedback on how they’re doing caring for your child.