Tzeadim › 6–12 months

For the parent · Health

Write a will and name a guardian

Most children: 3m–12m

What it is

Name who would raise the child and who would manage money for them; done by the first birthday, reviewed every 5 years.

Start preparing

1. A simple will at a lawyer or through the Registrar of Inheritance; discuss with the chosen guardian first.
2. Add: life insurance beneficiaries, pension survivor details, password manager emergency access.

Sources

• Bright Futures periodicity schedule — American Academy of Pediatrics · checked 30-08-2026

Last reviewed 30-08-2026 · Confidence: medium

Compiled with AI assistance from the public sources listed above. Not yet reviewed by a clinician — check anything important against the source, with Tipat Halav or with your doctor.