Well-baby Clinic

Booking information

• Our clinic works on appointment basis only. To make a booking, call (012) 329 1301 or What’sApp 082 837 2362.
• Consultation fee is R365 a visit, which includes the government vaccines given
• We can claim this fee directly from most medical aids, or alternatively issue you with an invoice to submit for reimbursement
• Any additional/private vaccines given will be charged accordingly
• Please remember your child’s vaccination record as we are not able to vaccinate without it
• Please cancel as soon as possible if you are unable to make your appointment.
• If your child is moderately to severely ill and had a fever above 38.5 in the last 24 hours, your visit should preferably be rescheduled.

What does a well-baby visit entail?

Assessment

• Measuring and plotting your baby’s weight, length and head circumference
• Monitoring closure of baby’s fontanelle
• Milestone assessment
• Assessing any concerning physical signs and symptoms
• Referral to the applicable specialist should any abnormalities be detected in any of the above

Immunisation

• Information on the South African Expanded Programme of Immunisation (EPI), which are the immunisations seen as compulsory by the Department of Health
• Information on the private/optional vaccines that are available for you to give your baby in addition to the EPI vaccines, should you wish to do so.
• Administering vaccines and offering information on side-effects and aftercare
• Follow-up and support should you experience any side-effects
• Deworming and administering Vitamin A supplementation at the appropriate visits

Information and advice on various topics

• Breastfeeding – our practice has a lactation consultant and various services for breastfeeding mothers
• Formula feeding
• Dealing with colic and crying
• Introduction of solid foods (with a written guide available on Early Childhood Feeding)
• Age-appropriate baby stimulation tips
• Skincare and eczema
• Sleep and routine
• Teething
• Dental care and hygiene
• Supplements and product recommendations
• Advice on dealing with common symptoms and illnesses
• Support for mom – monitoring for postnatal depression, finding coping skills and support