Child Growth and Development: What to Watch For

As a parent, you want to know if your child is hitting developmental milestones. Dr. Maria Reid and the pediatric staff of Greensboro Children's Clinic in Greensboro, NC are here to help monitor and track your child's growth and development. Read more about child growth and development and contact us for an appointment today.

Child Growth and Development

It is fascinating to watch your child grow up as their brains and bodies learn and develop. But how do you know if your child is developing at a normal pace to be healthy physically and emotionally? You can look out for what we call developmental milestones when monitoring child growth and development.

Developmental Milestones

When you see and interact with your child every day their behavior becomes normal to you. If your child has extreme behavior issues you're certainly aware of that already, but some things like missing developmental milestones can pass by in your day-to-day.

Every child is different but there are milestones you want to watch for. Some examples are smiling for the first time, waving back at you for the first time, first words, and first steps. The CDC has a guide for milestones your child should reach, up to five years of age.

Keep up with your children's annual checkups to make sure they are hitting developmental milestones, but contact your pediatrician at any time you're worried about your child's development.

What To Watch For

Some children are at an increased risk of developmental disorders due to preterm birth, a low birth weight, or other factors. If you notice any delays in movement (motor skills), language, thinking, behavior, and emotional development, contact us for a thorough assessment. Developmental issues are worrying when you notice them in your own child, but early intervention and treatment can help them lead a healthy and fulfilling life.

Get Help for Your Child Today

Greensboro Children's Clinic and Dr. Maria Reid in Greensboro, NC can help if you are ever concerned about your child's growth and development. Contact us for an appointment at (336) 799-2422.