Parenting & Family

Well-child visit

wel tʃaɪld ˈvɪzɪt

noun

What does Well-child visit mean?

A routine checkup for kids.

Example sentence

"Her 12-month well-child visit is next week."

American usage tip

Vaccines happen at these visits.

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