We naturally think of a child's growth as height and weight, but from birth to 5 years, your child should reach milestones in how he plays, learns, speaks and acts. A delay in any of these areas could be a sign of a developmental problem, even autism. The good news is, the earlier it’s recognized the more you can do to help your child reach her full potential.
Free Materials
Order, download, and print fact sheets, milestone checklist, posters, a growth chart, and more.
Attention Campaign Champions!
Playtime is a great time to watch for developmental milestones! This summer, share CDC’s new “Go Out and Play!” Kit with child care providers and early educators in your community. For more information on the kit, visit the “Get Involved” page.
Video on Milestones
Learn how to look for developmental milestones and what to do if you’re worried about your child’s development or think there’s a problem.
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