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Is Your Child’s Physical Development on Track?
All
children develop at their own pace. Sometimes however, a
child may not do certain activities that other children the
same age are doing -- like sitting without support, rolling
over, walking or other physical skills. Parents may question
whether their child has a physical developmental delay.
How can
you tell if your child’s physical development is on track?
Free
online tools and guides can be a good start. The American
Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) offers an interactive tool
called “Physical Developmental Delays: What to Look For,”
available at healthychildren.org/motordelay. Available in
English and Spanish, this interactive tool helps parents
learn more about their child’s physical development, and how
to talk to their child’s pediatrician about their concerns.
A
physical developmental delay can be a sign of a serious
health condition, so it’s important to discuss your concerns
with your child’s pediatrician and get help as needed.
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