Source: National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities (NCBDDD) — Content from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (public domain).
What to know
Your child will change a lot from ages 4 to 11. At a very young age, children develop the habits and behaviors that can affect their lifelong health. Use the links below to guide your child in leading a healthier life.
What’s included
Diseases and conditions
A child is about to get her temperture taken
Keep Reading Information on Diseases and Conditions for Parents with Children (Ages 4-11)
Safety in the home and community
A girl who is wearing a helmet for safety
- Childcare: Safe Spaces
- Child Abuse and Neglect
- Child Passenger Safety
- Healthy and Safe Swimming
- Vaccine Safety
Keep Reading Information on Safety in the Home and Community for Parents with Children (Ages 4-11)
Raising healthy children
A girl brushes her teeth.
Keep Reading Information on Raising Healthy Children for Parents with Children (Ages 4-11)
Milestones and schedules
A female doctor holding a child’s head while measuring it with a floor ruler
- Child Development
- Child and Adolescent Immunization Schedule by Age
- Developmental Milestones (Ages 4-5)
- Growth Charts
- Recommend Immunizations
Keep Reading Information on Milestones & Schedules for Parents with Children (Ages 4-11)
Additional resource
Free online resources for parents with teens, toddlers, and preschoolers.
Feb. 19, 2025