physical development milestones

Introduction

• Series of webinars developed by Flum University and partners

• Focus on developmental milestones for children from birth to 36 months

• Content based on CDC and New York State developmental milestones

• Importance of understanding what is considered typical development

Developmental Milestones Overview

• Milestones are based on clinical practice guidelines; they outline expected development at various ages

• The range of normal development can vary widely among children

• Clinical opinion is necessary for assessing typical development

New York State Department of Health Clinical Practice Guidelines

0-4 Months

• Gross Motor:

  • At 6 weeks: Hold head erect

  • At 4 months:

    • Hold head up unsupported

    • Push down on legs

    • Roll over from tummy to back

• Fine Motor:

  • By 4 months: Reaches for dangling objects with both hands, holds rattles

4-8 Months

• Gross Motor:

  • Four months: Roll from tummy to back, push up on elbows

  • From 4-6 months:

    • Sit unassisted

    • Early reflexes fade

• Fine Motor:

  • Pick up toys, bang objects together, thumb and forefinger grasp

8-12 Months

• Gross Motor:

  • Crawl on hands and knees

  • Stand alone, walk with help by 9 months

  • Develops bouncing motions

• Fine Motor:

  • Stack two cubes

  • Use pincer grasp and hold crayon

  • Make smoother movements with arms and legs

12-18 Months

• Gross Motor:

  • Climb stairs, lower self from standing without distress

  • Takes first steps without support

• Fine Motor:

  • Turn knobs, push/pull toys

  • Turning pages in hardbound books

18-24 Months

• Gross Motor:

  • Stand from stooping, climb onto chairs, stand on one foot

• Fine Motor:

  • Scribble with crayons, complete simple puzzles

  • Helps with dressing, drinks from a cup, eats with a spoon

24-30 Months

• Gross Motor:

  • Walk down steps, run and jump with both feet

• Fine Motor:

  • String beads and control scribbles

30-36 Months

• Gross Motor:

  • Jump in place, ride a tricycle

  • Climb well and run easily

• Fine Motor:

  • Use scissors, reflect cultural variations in opportunities and experiences with tools

Conclusion

• Understanding developmental milestones is crucial for evaluating child development

• Highlights the importance of both the CDC and New York State guidelines in a comprehensive approach

• Resources such as quizzes and videos available for further analysis of developmental milestones.