The infant and child health service focuses on monitoring the physical, mental and social development of children and providing support and education as needed.

Home visits

Parents of newborn children are offered home visits for the first few weeks. The number of visits is dependent on the needs of each family. A nurse or midwife visits the home to assess the child's development, weight, and principal circumference. Parents receive counselling and education regarding the child's care and their own wellbeing.

Healthcare examination

At 6 weeks old the child has their first examination at a health center by a nurse or midwife and a doctor. At 3 months old, vaccinations begin according to the instructions of the epidemiologist at the Directorate of Health. Regular examinations and developmental assessments are up to the age of 4.

Continuity of care is attempted so that the child/family will meet as often as possible the same nurse/midwife as the doctor.

Parents are always welcome to contact us beyond these scheduled inspections. Find out more about infant and child care on the Heilsuvera website.