Question

While pregnant, Sara reads a book discussing her baby's first year. The book says that she should expect to bring the baby in for regular checkups: 3 to 5 days after birth and then at 1, 2, 4, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18 and 24 months. Sara is surprised that she will have to be in the pediatrician's office that much! What is MOST likely one reason for this recommendation?
(1 point)
So the doctor can track the baby's growth and development.
Sara won't need them all; this is in case the baby is sickly.
So the doctor can charge Sara's insurance company.
Babies are very prone to illness and disease.

Answer 1

So the best answer is: "So the doctor can track the baby's growth and development."

Explanation: Frequent visits let the pediatrician monitor rapid growth, developmental milestones, nutrition and feeding, screen for problems, and give immunizations on schedule.