By the dedicated team at KHUSHI GENERAL AND CHILDREN HOSPITAL, JIND
Parenting is a rewarding journey marked with countless memorable moments. One of the most awaited aspects of this journey is witnessing your child achieve various growth milestones. However, for new parents, understanding these milestones can sometimes be overwhelming. This blog aims to simplify these milestones, ensuring that you can track and celebrate each significant phase of your child’s development.
Growth milestones are specific functional skills or age-specific tasks that most children can do at a particular age range. They are markers that pediatricians and parents use as a guide to measure a child's development. It's essential to remember that children develop at their own pace, so some might achieve these milestones slightly earlier or later than others.
Infants (0-12 months):
0-3 months: Lifts head when on tummy, follows moving objects with eyes, and starts to smile at familiar faces.
4-7 months: Begins to babble, rolls over, and sits without support.
8-12 months: Starts crawling, says "mama" or "dada", and may stand briefly without support.
Toddlers (1-3 years):
12-24 months: Starts walking, begins pretend play, and follows simple instructions.
2-3 years: Runs, climbs, begins to sort shapes and colors, and speaks in sentences.
Preschoolers (3-5 years):
3-4 years: Hops and stands on one foot briefly, plays cooperatively with friends, and can name familiar colors.
4-5 years: Knows about daily routines, can draw a person with 2-4 body parts, and speaks clearly.
School-Aged Children (5-12 years):
Develop more refined motor skills, begin to understand abstract concepts, and have a more structured social interaction system.
It's vital to recognize that various factors can influence the rate at which a child achieves these milestones. This includes genetics, environmental factors, nutrition, and overall health.
While it's crucial to remember that children develop at their own pace, consistently lagging behind in multiple milestone categories might indicate a developmental delay or a more significant concern. If you have consistent worries, it's essential to discuss them with your pediatrician.
Decoding your child's growth milestones doesn't have to be a daunting task. With the right guidance and a proactive approach, parents can ensure they are well-equipped to support and nurture their child's development effectively.
We, at KHUSHI GENERAL AND CHILDREN HOSPITAL, JIND are here to support you every step of the way. With our experienced team led by Dr. ShriBhagwan, you can rest assured that your child’s health and developmental needs are in the best hands.
For any queries or concerns regarding pediatric care and growth milestones, please feel free to reach out to us. Your child's well-being is our utmost priority.