Gerald P. Irwin, M. D.

funshine! center for kids

We encourage parents to provide their children with life-readiness skills, creative learning opportunities, and school preparation.

infants Because each infant has his or her own individual needs, focus on each one accordingly.

Establish trust with your child Provide safe toys and equipment Encourage exploration and interaction Provide individual attention and communication Perform basics like diaper changes, feeding and napping

toddlers For this active age (16 to 36 months), provide your toddler with a variety of physical and creative activities to help him or her learn and grow. Provide your toddler with activities that stimulate cognitive development and curiosity. Emphasize:

Basic social skills Toilet-training support Introduction of skills such as self-help and language development Physical development and exercise

preschoolers For preschoolers, focus on language development, problem-solving skills, social interaction and kindergarten readiness. Emphasize:

School readiness Thinking and problem-solving skills Communication and social skills Self-help skills Physical and emotional development Appreciation for books and reading Creative art and music Physical activity and exercise

immunizations For a complete discussion on immunizations and a detailed immunization schedule, please see this site. This site is linked to courtesy of The Nemours Foundation, from KidsHealth (http://KidsHealth.org) and copyrighted 1999.

Please don't hesitate to contact us with any questions or to schedule a visit.

Gerald P. Irwin, M. D. - Family Practice State Road 9 South - Across From DeVoe Chevrolet Alexandria, IN 46001 Phone: (765) 724-7711