4 Years - Guiding Your Child Through The Early Years

Child Development Timeline
Use our developmental timeline to learn what milestones your child may be achieving.

4-Year Visit
Find out what to expect at the 4-year visit.

Frequently Asked Questions: 4 Years
Find answers to common questions about 4-year-olds.

Sending Your Child to Preschool
Consider whether you want to send your child to preschool.

Speech Concerns
Learn about common speech concerns.

Sexual Curiosity
Understand your child's sexual curiosity and how to deal with it.

Toilet Training
Get the basics about when and how to train your child to use the toilet.

Car Seats
Find out about the different types of seats and how to use them.

The Effects of Tobacco Smoke on Children
Learn about the effects that smoking can have on your child.

Screening: Domestic Abuse
Learn the warning signs of domestic abuse.

Screening: Child Abuse
Learn the warning signs of child abuse.

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Your Child's Well-Being

•	Growth and Nutrition
•	Behavior and Development
•	Injury and Illness Prevention
•	Entertainment

Frequently Asked Questions

Parents have lots of questions. Here are some of the most common questions asked of pediatricians.

Checkups

Learn what to expect when you take your child to the doctor's office.

Resources

Find out about other organizations that provide information on children's health and safety.