Advocates for Children Pediatrics is a pediatric practice with emphasis on patient education and natural alternatives to prescription medicine. Accepts insurance reimbursement.
Our Philosophy
"We believe that people of gentleness and caring can change the world - one unseen, unsung, unrewarded kindness at a time."
Well Baby/ Well Child Care
- We promote regular check-ups according to the schedule proposed by the American Academy of Pediatrics.
- We use anticipatory guidance and safety counseling guidelines as outlined in the Bright Futures project, developed at the Harvard Medical School Public Health Department.
- We have chosen to devote a large proportion of well baby visits to screening babies for developmental problems, supporting families in their parenting efforts, and counseling care-givers about safety, feeding, sleep and behavioral issues.
- Insurance companies reimburse the same amount of money for a quick physical exam labeled as a well baby visit as they do for the extensive visits we provide. We hope you enjoy and appreciate the extra time!
New Patient Registration Form
You can fill out our
New Patient Registration Form before coming to the office for your first visit to save time! For ADHD consults, please complete this
ADHD Intake Packet
Immunization Schedule
See this
immunization schedule for information about when Advocates for Children gives immunizations.
Notes:
Hepatitis B: May begin anytime after 6 months of age
Varicella: Given based on individual family preference. Documentation of vaccine or illness is required prior to kindergarten entrance per code of Virginia
Influenza: Given yearly based on history of chronic illness and family preference
The state of Virginia allows parents to claim religious exemptions from vaccines
