Is your child nervous about going to the doctor?
Flippy's Big Doctor's Visit is a comforting, rhyming story that helps toddlers and preschoolers feel safe and confident during checkups. Written by a pediatric nurse practitioner, this children's book about doctor visits gently guides young readers through a friendly pediatrician appointment from check-in to goodbye.When Flippy the Penguin goes in for a back-to-school checkup, he feels a little scared. But with the help of a kind doctor and some cool tools like a stethoscope and otoscope, he learns that being brave means showing up, even when you're nervous.
This picture book about doctors helps kids understand:
What happens at a pediatric checkup
That it's okay to feel scared...and how to be brave
How medical tools are used, like the scale, thermometer, and reflex hammer
Perfect for:
Parents of toddlers and preschoolers (ages 3-7)
Preparing kids for pediatric visits or wellness checkups
Children scared of doctors or new experiences
Pediatricians, nurses, and child life specialists
With cheerful illustrations, age-appropriate explanations, and a warm message of bravery, this toddler doctor book is a great tool for easing anxiety and encouraging healthy habits.
Whether you're preparing for a preschool checkup, a school physical, or your child's first doctor visit, Flippy's Big Doctor's Visit is a heartwarming story to read together.