08/20/2025
Dr. Jessie Shields from Marshall Pediatrics answers your top questions for a healthy school year. 📚🍎💚
❓ What immunizations should parents double-check?
In West Virginia, children need:
-Prior to Kindergarten (usually at 4-year-old well check): DTaP, Polio, MMR, Varicella
-Prior to 7th grade: Tdap booster, 1st meningitis dose, HPV encouraged
-Prior to 12th grade: 2nd meningitis dose
❓ What’s in a well-child visit?
A well-child visit includes checks of growth, development, and health habits, along with early screenings for concerns that might affect learning or behavior.
❓ How can parents keep kids fueled & hydrated?
Use the 5-2-1-0 rule: 5 fruits/veggies, two or fewer hours screen time, 1 hour activity, 0 sugary drinks. Water wins!
❓ Best tips for sleep after summer?
Move bedtime earlier gradually & keep screens off two hours before bed for better rest. 😴
❓ One habit to prevent illness?
Wash hands often & get seasonal vaccines like the flu shot.
📞 Ready for a healthy start? Schedule your child’s well check today at 304.691.1300!
