Building a Healthy Foundation for Your Child’s Future at Walker Street Doctors. The early years in a child’s life are critical for laying the foundation for their future health and wellbeing. At Walker Street Doctors, we are committed to supporting you through this important phase, ensuring your child grows up healthy and thriving.

Early Health Challenges

Many parents feel overwhelmed by the complex health needs of their growing children. From breastfeeding to dental care, and from nutrition to developmental milestones, it can be difficult to know where to start.

Comprehensive Support for Your Child's Health

Our team at Walker Street Doctors is here to help you navigate the early years of your child's health. Our approach is grounded in evidence-based practices and tailored to your family's unique needs.

What We Offer

Breastfeeding Support:

• Breastfeeding offers wide-ranging benefits, including reduced risk of SIDS, Type 1 diabetes, improved maternal-child bonding, and enhanced immunity. We recommend exclusive breastfeeding for infants until 6 months of age.

Dental Health Guidance:

• Start cleaning your child’s teeth with a soft toothbrush as soon as they erupt. Introduce a small amount of low-fluoride toothpaste at around 18 months, and switch to full fluoride toothpaste from school age.

Healthy Weight Strategies:

• To minimize the risk of childhood obesity, encourage healthy lifestyle choices such as avoiding sugary foods and drinks, including 2 servings of fruit and 5 servings of vegetables daily, minimizing screen time, and staying active as a family.

Developmental Milestones:

• As your child progresses from infancy through toddler and preschool years, multiple distinct changes occur in their developing brains. If you have any concerns about your child’s physical, emotional, or intellectual development, please raise these concerns with us for assessment.

Vaccination Programs:

• Our practice nurses provide a comprehensive vaccination program and catch-up vaccinations for babies and children of all ages, ensuring your child is protected against preventable diseases.

Take the Next Step

If you want to give your child the best start in life, we invite you to schedule an appointment with our team at Walker Street Doctors. Together, we can ensure your child grows up healthy, happy, and ready to thrive.

Book Now to get started on your child's journey to better health.