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A catheter-associated urinary tract infection (CAUTI) is an infection of the urinary system. CAUTI is caused by germs that get into the urinary tract when a urinary catheter is used. This is a tube that's placed into the bladder to drain urine.

It’s normal to feel worried or even a little scared if you are scheduled for surgery. Know that your doctors will do all they can to take good care of you. As a patient, you can help your health care team keep you safe. Being involved means speaking up, asking questions, and knowing your role.

At the 4-month checkup, the health care provider will examine your baby and ask how things are going at home. This sheet describes some of what you can expect.

At the 6-month checkup, the doctor will examine your baby and ask how things are going at home. This sheet describes some of what you can expect.

At the 9-month checkup, the doctor will examine your baby and ask how things are going at home. This sheet describes some of what you can expect.

At the 15-month checkup, the doctor will examine your child and ask how it's going at home. This sheet describes some of what you can expect.

At the 18-month checkup, your doctor will examine your child and ask how it's going at home. This sheet describes some of what you can expect.

At the 2-year checkup, the doctor will examine your child and ask how things are going at home. This sheet describes some of what you can expect.

Even if your child is healthy, keep bringing them in for yearly checkups. This sheet describes some of what you can expect at the 3-year well-child visit.