Children Health Services
Children’s health and wellbeing are essential to a strong, healthy family. Our clinic provides compassionate, age-appropriate care to support children from infancy through to adolescence, helping them grow, develop and thrive at every stage of life.
We understand that children have unique healthcare needs requiring a gentle and supportive approach. Through preventive care, regular check-ups and timely treatment, our team works closely with parents and carers to provide trusted advice, early intervention and ongoing support in a safe and welcoming environment.
Baby Health
At Gordon Family Practice, we provide comprehensive baby health care to support your child’s growth, nutrition, and overall wellbeing. From newborn check-ups to feeding guidance, our GPs focus on preventive care and early intervention to keep your baby healthy and thriving.
Children and Adolescent Health
Our clinic offers holistic children and adolescent health services, supporting physical, emotional, and developmental wellbeing. We provide personalised care tailored to every stage — from early childhood through teenage years.
Baby Developmental Checks
Regular baby developmental checks are essential to monitor milestones and ensure your child is progressing as expected. Early identification of developmental delays allows timely intervention and better long-term outcomes.
Immunisation
Immunisation is a safe and effective way to protect babies, children, and adolescents from serious infectious diseases. Gordon Family Practice follows the Australian National Immunisation Program schedule to ensure your child receives timely vaccinations.
How often should my child see a GP for a health check?
Children should have regular health checks during infancy and early childhood to monitor growth and development. After that, annual check-ups are recommended, or more frequently if your child has ongoing health concerns.
What vaccinations does my child need?
Children require routine immunisations according to the Australian National Immunisation Schedule. These vaccines protect against serious illnesses such as measles, whooping cough, polio, and meningococcal disease. Your GP can provide a personalised vaccination schedule.
When should I take my child to the doctor for a fever?
You should seek medical advice if your baby is under 3 months old with any fever, if the fever lasts more than 2–3 days, exceeds 39°C, or is accompanied by symptoms like rash, difficulty breathing, lethargy, or dehydration.
What developmental milestones should I monitor?
Parents should monitor speech development, motor skills (such as crawling and walking), social interaction, learning abilities, and behavioural patterns. If you notice delays or regression, early assessment by a GP is important.
Can a family GP treat both common childhood illnesses and chronic conditions?
Yes. A family GP can manage common conditions such as colds, ear infections, asthma, eczema, and allergies, as well as provide ongoing care for chronic conditions like diabetes or developmental disorders.
How can I support my child’s mental and emotional health?
Encouraging open communication, healthy sleep routines, balanced nutrition, physical activity, and limited screen time all contribute to emotional wellbeing. If your child shows signs of anxiety, behavioural changes, or mood issues, consult your GP early.
When should my child have a developmental assessment?
Developmental assessments are typically performed during routine early childhood health checks. However, if teachers, caregivers, or parents notice speech delays, learning difficulties, or behavioural concerns, an earlier assessment is recommended.
