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Children from 1 to 4 years

When your child turns 1, you enter a whole new phase. We are there for you then too.

We are here for you and your child

Between the ages of 1 and 4, your child develops incredibly quickly. We are also there for you during this period. On this page you can read:

  1. how we continue to monitor your child's growth, development and health
  2. what we do at the consultation bureau and which vaccinations your child can receive during this period
  3. where you can find reliable information and tips about this phase of your child
  4. frequently asked questions and their answers
  5. where you can find our consultation centers

We continue to monitor your child

We will continue to monitor your child's growth and development. We would also like to hear from you how you and your child are doing. If you have any questions, we will be happy to help you.

You can track your child's growth and development in the digital child file. You can always view this file yourself via My Child in Pictures. 

We are there for children from 1 to 4 years old

We are there for you and your child. We support you and your partner in your new role as a parent. And we check whether your child is developing well and healthily. Below you can read more about what we do for you and your child from 1 to 4 years old.

Walk-in consultation

Even if your child is between 1 and 4 years old, you are welcome at the walk-in consultation. To check the growth of your child. Or to ask questions about, for example, upbringing or development.

Click here to see when the walk-in consultation hours are

Age newsletters

Do you want to know what to expect from our Youth Health Care? And would you like tips tailored to your child's age? Sign up for our age-specific newsletters. At scheduled intervals, you will receive practical information about growth, health, parenting, and our services. This way, you stay well-informed, even between appointments.

Read more about the age-related newsletters

To the consultation bureau

Together we will determine when you want to visit us at the consultation bureau with your child. We will monitor your child's health. And we will check whether your child can see well. Of course we are also there to answer your parenting questions.

Read more about visits to the consultation centre

Raising Toddlers

During toddlerhood, your child develops at a rapid pace. It learns to walk independently, becomes toilet-trained, understands more and more words and sentences, and wants to do more and more things itself. This can sometimes be quite difficult. We can help you with this with our free toddler course.

Learn more about raising toddlers

Vaccinations

Is your child following the National Vaccination Program? Then you will come to the consultation bureau at a number of fixed times for the vaccinations. Participation in the program is not mandatory. But we do recommend it. They help prevent diseases and possible serious consequences.

Read more about vaccinations for children between 1 and 4 years old

Walk-in consultation

Even if your child is between 1 and 4 years old, you are welcome at the walk-in consultation. To check the growth of your child. Or to ask questions about, for example, upbringing or development.

Click here to see when the walk-in consultation hours are

Age newsletters

Do you want to know what to expect from our Youth Health Care? And would you like tips tailored to your child's age? Sign up for our age-specific newsletters. At scheduled intervals, you will receive practical information about growth, health, parenting, and our services. This way, you stay well-informed, even between appointments.

Read more about the age-related newsletters

To the consultation bureau

Together we will determine when you want to visit us at the consultation bureau with your child. We will monitor your child's health. And we will check whether your child can see well. Of course we are also there to answer your parenting questions.

Read more about visits to the consultation centre

Raising Toddlers

During toddlerhood, your child develops at a rapid pace. It learns to walk independently, becomes toilet-trained, understands more and more words and sentences, and wants to do more and more things itself. This can sometimes be quite difficult. We can help you with this with our free toddler course.

Learn more about raising toddlers

Vaccinations

Is your child following the National Vaccination Program? Then you will come to the consultation bureau at a number of fixed times for the vaccinations. Participation in the program is not mandatory. But we do recommend it. They help prevent diseases and possible serious consequences.

Read more about vaccinations for children between 1 and 4 years old

Reliable advice on GroeiGids.nl

My child is jealous of a brother or sister, is that normal? My child doesn't eat much, how do I make sure he or she still eats well? Should my child still take an afternoon nap? For the answer to these and other questions, go to GroeiGids.nl. On this website you will find reliable advice about the development, upbringing and health of your child. 

Go to GroeiGids.nl

Question and answer

How can I reschedule my appointment at the child health clinic?

Do you want to reschedule an appointment that is scheduled for 2 working days or longer? Then you can reschedule the appointment via My child in view. Or send an email to the consultation bureau with the date of the appointment you want to reschedule and your child's date of birth. We will then contact you for a new appointment. You can find all email addresses in the map at the bottom of this page.

Is your appointment within 2 business days? Then call us on Phone: 088 560 2000 You can reach us from Monday to Friday from 9.00:11.00 AM to XNUMX:XNUMX AM.

Are vaccinations mandatory?

No. You decide whether to have your child vaccinated according to the National Vaccination Programme. We advise you to do so. It protects your child against the potentially serious consequences of infectious diseases. And you protect other children who have not had the vaccination. For example, because they are too young or have a certain disease. Doctors and scientists have extensively tested and researched all vaccinations. And they continue to research them. That is how we know that they are safe.

I have questions about my child's health. Where can I go?

We are here to answer all your questions. The doctor or nurse will check during your visits to the child health clinic whether your child is developing well. We are happy to think along with you to let your child grow up as healthily as possible. In a way that suits you.

Would you rather read reliable information yourself first? Then go to GroeiGids.nl Here you will find a lot of information about children's health.

I have questions about raising my child. Where can I go?

JYou can contact us with all your parenting questions. During the appointments you have made. During the walk-in consultation hours. Or via the Parent Chat. We answer your questions and give you advice. We base this on your personal situation. What do you need? And what can work well for you?

Would you rather read online tips and advice first? Then go to GroeiGids.nl Here you will find a lot of information about raising children.

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Do you have a question? Ask it via the Parent Chat!

Do you have questions about your child's health? About parenting? Or about growing up? Ask your question to the youth nurse via the Parent Chat. A national team of youth nurses is ready to answer your questions. They are available from Monday to Friday from 8.30:17.00 to 20.30:XNUMX. On Monday, Tuesday and Thursday you can even chat until XNUMX:XNUMX. 

Please note! We cannot look into your child's file and unfortunately cannot make or change appointments.

Go to the Parent Chat