Infant Milestones (cont.)
Medical Author:
Maria Sandra Cely-Serrano, MD
Coauthor:
Marianne Rieser
Medical Editor:
Elizabeth A Finley-Belgrad, MD
Medical Editor:
Mary L Windle, PharmD
Medical Editor:
Cynthia R Ellis, MD
IN THIS ARTICLEWhen to Seek Medical CareParental concern about their child’s development has been shown to be very effective in identifying children with developmental delays. Thus, parents should consult with their primary care provider whenever a concern arises regarding their infant’s development. Although a range of several months exists during which time babies should achieve each developmental milestone, failure to reach milestones within these established ranges is abnormal and associated with a probability of a developmental disability. Viewer Comments & ReviewsInfant Milestones - TrackingThe eMedicineHealth physician editors ask:What infant milestone has your child reached recently? |
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