General

What are typical developmental milestones?

Wed, 2009-06-17 15:00

The following are age appropriate milestones from birth – age 5. Although no two children grow at the same rate, experts agree there are typical signs of development:

By 3 Months:

•   Lift head & chest while laying on stomach;
•   Follow a moving object or person with eyes;
•   Turn toward the sound of a human voice;
•   Smile when smiled at;
•   Grasp a rattle;

What are the signs of Autism?

Wed, 2009-06-17 14:57

Signs of Autism:

•   Difficulty in expressing needs; gestures or points instead of speaking;
•   Not responsive to verbal cues; acts as if deaf;
•   Little or no eye contact;
•   Prefers to be alone; difficulty mixing with others;
•   Not wanting to cuddle or be cuddled;
•   Repeats words or phrases in place of normal, responsive language;