
CMH Pediatric Clinic Ages and Stages
Parenting is a journey filled with questions, milestones, and moments that matter. Whether you’re caring for a newborn or navigating the teen years, we’re here to help with expert guidance, tips, and resources designed for every stage of your child’s development.
Need walk-in care? Our Pediatric Walk-In Clinic hours are 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday. Using Save My Place saves you time by skipping the line at our walk-in clinics. Select a clinic and reserve a time during walk-in hours.
Need help after hours? CMH Pediatric Clinic has partnered with Children’s Mercy Hospital to offer an after-hours nurse hotline. If your child has a life-threatening illness or injury, CALL 911. If your child requires assistance after our office is closed, you can speak with a nurse by calling our office at 417-777-2121, option 6. Download a PDF with more details about our after-hours service.
Immunization recommendations: Keeping up with vaccines helps protect your child through every stage of growth. Vaccine schedules from the CDC make it simple to see what’s needed and when.
Medication dosing: Giving medicine can feel overwhelming, but accurate dosing keeps your child safe and healthy. The American Academy of Pediatrics’ dosing guide helps take the guesswork out of every dose.
Health Information by Ages and Stages
No matter your child’s age, we’re here with resources you can trust and advice that works in real life. Explore age-specific information below at the web links below to find what you need, when you need it.


2 Weeks to 1 Month

6 to 8 Months
- 6-Month Checkup Checklist
- 7-Month Checkup Checklist
- Developmental Milestones – 7 Months
- Safety Tips – 6 to 12 Months
- Ear Infections and Your Child
- Choking Prevention
- Responding to a Choking Emergency
- Infant Choking/CPR
- Fever Without Fear
- Diaper Rash
- Sun Safety
- Choosing an Insect Repellent
- Getting Your Baby to Sleep




3-4 Years
- 3-Year-Old Checkup Checklist
- 4-Year-Old Checkup Checklist
- Developmental Milestones – 3 to 4 Years Old
- Sample Menu for a Preschooler
- Feeding Your 4 to 5 Year Old
- Germ Prevention Strategies
- Beyond Screen Time: Help Your Kid Build Healthy Media Use Habits
- Bedwetting: 3 Common Reasons and What Families Can Do
- Playground Safety
- Backyard Safety

5 to 6 Years


10 Years and Older
- 10-Year-Old Checkup Checklist
- 11-Year-Old Checkup Checklist
- 12-Year-Old Checkup Checklist
- 13-Year-Old Checkup Checklist
- Safety for Your Child – 10 Years Old
- Concussions in Children and Teens
- Physical Changes During Puberty
- Talking to Your Child About Sex
- Deciding to Wait
- Mental Health and Teens
- Drug Abuse Prevention Starts with Parents
- Lawn Mower Safety