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Health and Safety Information for Parents and Caregivers

Below is a list of the 17 Watch Me Grow Health Promotion mailings and their contents.

Babies learn and grow through everyday things you do with them. Everything they learn, do, and feel is connected. How they learn and grow depends on both who they are and what they experience.

This section shows the many ways young kids grow and develop. It also shows what you and your baby's other caregivers can do to encourage learning and healthy development.

Infants

Birth

You should get the Introductory Packet when your child is about five weeks old. If you do not get the packet by that time, sign up to get Watch Me Grow Health Promotion Mailings.

PDF	Information
PDF Welcome to Watch Me Grow	Information Get introduced to Watch Me Grow and how it works.
PDF Childhood Health Record booklet (PDF)	Information Use the Childhood Health Record booklet as a record of your child’s health history to track important health information.
PDF Lifetime Immunization Record (PDF)	Information Washington State Department of Health's official immunization record card. Bring this card to well-child checkups and record your child's immunizations.
PDF Vaccines: Birth through 6 Years (PDF)	Information Learn more about vaccines and the diseases they prevent. Use the schedule inside to keep your child's vaccines on track.
PDF Crying Can Be Frustrating! Never Shake a Baby (PDF)	Information Prevent shaken baby syndrome and have a plan of action when your baby cries.

1 Month

You should get the 1 month mailing when your child is about six weeks old.

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PDF Watch Me Grow - 1 Month (PDF)	Information Get updated vaccine, health, and safety information for your 1 month-old child.
PDF Sign up for Watch Me Grow’s health promotion mailings	Information Watch Me Grow mailings are available in Spanish. If you need the mailings in Spanish instead of English, submit a correction form to have the mailings sent to you in Spanish.
PDF Feeding Your Baby Birth to Six Months (PDF)	Information Learn more about nutrition for your infant.
PDF Development Chart - Watch and Help Me Grow Birth to 18 Months (PDF)	Information Learn about your child's development from ages birth to 18 months. Learn how to encourage growth and learning.
PDF Safe Sleep For Your Baby (PDF)	Information Get safe sleeping tips that have been shown to reduce the risk of SIDS and accidental suffocation.
PDF Speak Up When You're Down - Recognizing Postpartum Depression (PDF)	Information Learn how to recognize and deal with postpartum depression.

3 Months

PDF	Information
PDF Watch Me Grow - 3 Months (PDF)	Information Get updated vaccine, health, and safety information for your 3 month-old child
PDF Whooping Cough is Serious (PDF)	Information Get information about DTaP vaccine and how to protect your child from pertussis (whooping cough).
PDF Watch and Help Me Grow 3-6 Months (PDF)	Information Find a checklist of developmental milestones and things you can do to help your baby develop.
PDF Treating Childhood Emergencies and Illnesses (PDF)	Information Find useful information on how to treat childhood emergencies and illnesses plus advice to help you decide how sick your child is and if you need to call a doctor.

6 Months

PDF	Information
PDF Watch Me Grow - 6 Months (PDF)	Information Get updated vaccine, health, and safety information for your 6 month-old child.
PDF Watch and Help Me Grow 6-12 Months (PDF)	Information Find a checklist of developmental milestones and things you can do to help your baby develop.
PDF Feeding Your Baby 6-12 Months (PDF)	Information Find nutrition information for feeding 6-12 month-old babies.
PDF Protect your Family from the Respiratory Illness Monsters! (PDF)	Information Protect you and your family from the Respiratory Illness Monsters! Learn about common respiratory viruses (RSV, FLU, and COVID 19) and the vaccines that can help protect us from severe illness.
PDF Crying Can Be Frustrating! Never Shake a Baby (PDF)	Information Prevent shaken baby syndrome and have a plan of action when your baby cries.
PDF Mealtime with your little one 6-23 months (PDF)	Information From the Washington State Dairy Council—Tips and ideas to help with mealtime and ways your child can try new foods.

9 Months

PDF	Information
PDF Watch Me Grow - 9 Months (PDF)	Information Get updated vaccine, health, and safety information for your 9 month-old child.
PDF Taking Care of Your Child's Teeth (PDF)	Information Get oral health care basics for kids aged 0 to 6 years.
PDF Healthy Fish Guide (PDF)	Information Find out which fish are low in mercury and other contaminants and high in health benefits.
PDF Healthy House Happy Home (PDF)	Information Learn how to protect your child from toxic chemicals in homes, foods, and other products.
PDF The First 1,000 Days (PDF)	Information English: From the Washington State Dairy Council—See how good nutrition helps your child grow healthy and strong in their first 1,000 days.

12 Months

PDF	Information
PDF Watch Me Grow - 12 Month (PDF)	Information Get updated vaccine, health, and safety information for your 12 month-old child.
PDF Watch and Help Me Grow 12-18 Months (PDF)	Information Find a checklist of developmental milestones and things you can do to help your baby develop.
PDF Does your child need a lead test? (PDF)	Information Learn about common causes of lead poisoning in children and recommendations for who should be tested.
PDF Protect Your Child From Chickenpox (PDF)	Information Get information about the varicella (chickenpox) vaccine and its recommendations.
PDF Protect your Family from the Respiratory Illness Monsters! (PDF)	Information Protect you and your family from the Respiratory Illness Monsters! Learn about common respiratory viruses (RSV, FLU, and COVID 19) and the vaccines that can help protect us from severe illness.
PDF Parents Need Vaccines, Too! (PDF)	Information Find out about the importance of vaccines for adults, read two personal stories about why adults need vaccines to protect themselves and their families, and review the adult vaccine schedule.
PDF Prevent Poisonings in Children – Mr. Yuk	Information Learn how to spot poisonous substances in your home and how to prevent poisoning.

Toddlers

15 Months

PDF	Information
PDF Watch Me Grow - 15 Months (PDF)	Information Get updated vaccine, health, and safety information for your 15 month-old child.
PDF Feeding Your Child (18 Months to 3 Years) (PDF)	Information Learn more about nutrition for your toddler and find a sample menu.
PDF Whooping Cough is Serious (PDF)	Information Get information about DTaP vaccine and how to protect your child from pertussis (whooping cough).
PDF Protect Your Family and Community from Measles (PDF)	Information Measles is very contagious and can be serious, especially for young children. Learn more on how to protect your family and community from measles.
PDF Protect your Family from the Respiratory Illness Monsters! (PDF)	Information Protect you and your family from the Respiratory Illness Monsters! Learn about common respiratory viruses (RSV, FLU, and COVID 19) and the vaccines that can help protect us from severe illness.

18 Months

PDF	Information
PDF Watch Me Grow - 18 Months (PDF)	Information Get updated vaccine, health, and safety information for your 18 month-old child.
PDF Watch and Help Me Grow - 1 1/2 - 3 years (PDF)	Information Learn about your child's development from ages 18 months to 3 years. Learn how to encourage growth and learning.
PDF Think, Drink, Grow (PDF)	Information From the Washington State Dairy Council—Feel good about what your child is drinking, learn more about how to choose healthy drinks.
PDF Protect your Family from the Respiratory Illness Monsters! (PDF)	Information Protect you and your family from the Respiratory Illness Monsters! Learn about common respiratory viruses (RSV, FLU, and COVID 19) and the vaccines that can help protect us from severe illness.

2 Years

PDF	Information
PDF Watch Me Grow - 2 Years (PDF)	Information Get updated vaccine, health, and safety information for your two year-old child.
PDF It’s never too early. Plan today for your child’s education.	Information Learn how to prepare for your child’s education with information about our state’s college savings plans.
PDF Prevent Poisonings in Children – Mr. Yuk	Information Learn how to spot poisonous substances in your home and how to prevent poisoning.
PDF Protect your Family from the Respiratory Illness Monsters! (PDF)	Information Protect you and your family from the Respiratory Illness Monsters! Learn about common respiratory viruses (RSV, FLU, and COVID 19) and the vaccines that can help protect us from severe illness.
PDF Baby Teeth Matter (PDF)	Information Learn about the importance of oral health and find tips for daily oral care and getting oral health check-ups and other services.
PDF Feeding Ycour Terrific Two Year Old	Information Your child is 2! They are learning and becoming more independent, even when it comes to food. Use these tips to help you and your child enjoy eating and mealtimes together.
PDF Water Safety for Families	Information Know water safety! Always have adult supervision, wear a life jacket, learn to swim, and know the weather and water conditions. Seattle Children’s lists more tips for water safety to keep your family safe.

2½ Years

PDF	Information
PDF Watch Me Grow - 2 1/2 Years (PDF)	Information Get updated vaccine, health, and safety information for your 2½ year-old child.
PDF Protect your Family from the Respiratory Illness Monsters! (PDF)	Information Protect you and your family from the Respiratory Illness Monsters! Learn about common respiratory viruses (RSV, FLU, and COVID 19) and the vaccines that can help protect us from severe illness.
PDF VROOM Rack Card	Information Boost your child’s learning with Vroom’s fun, science-based tips and activities for early brain development.

Preschoolers

3 Years

PDF	Information
PDF Watch Me Grow - 3 Years (PDF)	Information Get updated vaccine, health, and safety information for your three year-old child.
PDF Tips for Picky Eaters (PDF)	Information WIC has tips for picky eaters! Learn tips to help you and your child find ways to try different foods.
PDF Watch and Help Me Grow 3-5 Years (PDF)	Information Learn about your child's development from ages three to five years. Learn how to encourage growth and learning.
PDF Firearms in the Home (PDF)	Information Learn about the importance of safely storing firearms starting in early childhood to prevent firearm-related injury and death.
PDF Protect your Family from the Respiratory Illness Monsters! (PDF)	Information Protect you and your family from the Respiratory Illness Monsters! Learn about common respiratory viruses (RSV, FLU, and COVID 19) and the vaccines that can help protect us from severe illness.
PDF Does your child need a lead test? (PDF)	Information Learn about common causes of lead poisoning in children and recommendations for who should be tested.

3½ Years

PDF	Information
PDF Watch Me Grow - 3 1/2 Years (PDF)	Information Get updated vaccine, health, and safety information for your 3½ year-old child.
PDF Booster Seats (PDF)	Information Find information on booster seats, including how to know if your child needs one, how to install them, and the different types available.
PDF Protect your Family from the Respiratory Illness Monsters! (PDF)	Information Protect you and your family from the Respiratory Illness Monsters! Learn about common respiratory viruses (RSV, FLU, and COVID 19) and the vaccines that can help protect us from severe illness.

4 Years

PDF	Information
PDF Watch Me Grow - 4 Years (PDF)	Information Get updated vaccine, health, and safety information for your four year-old child.
PDF Protect Your Child from Chickenpox (PDF)	Information Get information about the varicella (chickenpox) vaccine and its recommendations.
PDF Protect your Family from the Respiratory Illness Monsters! (PDF)	Information Protect you and your family from the Respiratory Illness Monsters! Learn about common respiratory viruses (RSV, FLU, and COVID 19) and the vaccines that can help protect us from severe illness.
PDF It’s never too early. Plan today for your child’s education.	Information Learn how to prepare for your child’s education with information about our state's college savings plans.

4½ Years

PDF	Information
PDF Watch Me Grow - 4 1/2 Years (PDF)	Information Get updated vaccine, health, and safety information for your 4½ year-old child.
PDF Whooping Cough is Serious (PDF)	Information Get information about DTaP vaccine and how to protect your child from pertussis (whooping cough).
PDF Protect your Family from the Respiratory Illness Monsters! (PDF)	Information Protect you and your family from the Respiratory Illness Monsters! Learn about common respiratory viruses (RSV, FLU, and COVID 19) and the vaccines that can help protect us from severe illness.
PDF Access your family's Immunization Information	Information Learn how to access your and your family's vaccine records online for free by signing up for MyIR.

School Age

5 Years

PDF	Information
PDF Watch Me Grow - 5 Years (PDF)	Information Get updated vaccine, health, and safety information for your 5 year-old child.
PDF Bike & Multi-Sport Helmets: Quick-Fit Check (PDF)	Information A helmet will only protect when it fits well. Seattle Children's shares a 3-point check list to use to check your child’s helmet fit. Help your child get into the habit of wearing a helmet.
PDF Protect your Family from the Respiratory Illness Monsters! (PDF)	Information Protect you and your family from the Respiratory Illness Monsters! Learn about common respiratory viruses (RSV, FLU, and COVID 19) and the vaccines that can help protect us from severe illness.

5½ Years

PDF	Information
PDF Watch Me Grow - 5 1/2 Years (PDF)	Information Get updated vaccine, health, and safety information for your 5½ year-old child.
PDF Protect your Family from the Respiratory Illness Monsters! (PDF)	Information Protect you and your family from the Respiratory Illness Monsters! Learn about common respiratory viruses (RSV, FLU, and COVID 19) and the vaccines that can help protect us from severe illness.
PDF Sealants Make Your Child’s Whole Body Healthier (PDF)	Information Learn about sealants, how they work, when your child should get them, and where to learn more.
PDF Nutrients Help Me Grow (PDF)	Information From the Washington State Dairy Council—Learn about nutrients and how they support your child’s growth.

6 Years

PDF	Information
PDF Watch Me Grow - 6 Years	Information Get updated vaccine, health, and safety information for your 6 year-old child.
PDF Washington College Savings Plans (PDF)	Information Learn how to prepare for your child’s education with information about our state's college savings plans.
PDF Protect your Family from the Respiratory Illness Monsters! (PDF)	Information Protect you and your family from the Respiratory Illness Monsters! Learn about common respiratory viruses (RSV, FLU, and COVID 19) and the vaccines that can help protect us from severe illness.

Questions or Concerns?

Sometimes kids have developmental delays that can improve with extra support. If you have questions or concerns about your child's development, talk with your doctor or nurse. Or call the Help Me Grow WA Hotline at 1-800-322-2588 or 711 (TTY Relay) for the name of a Family Resources Coordinator (FRC). An FRC can help arrange a free developmental screening and further services, if needed.