6 Weeks

DEVELOPMENTAL MILESTONES IN CHILDREN

As a parent you are in best position to note your child's development and milestones given below can be used as guidelines. No two children develop at same rate, every child develops at his own pace. A "No" answer to any of the following questions does not necessarily mean that there is a problem. You can talk about this to your Paediatrician in your next visit

6 WEEKS

Gross Motor
When child is pulled to sit, his head lags considerably but not completely
Yes    No

Does your child intermittently raise his chin off the couch in prone position?
Yes    No

Hands
Does the child keep his/her hands open most of the time?
Yes    No

Vision
Does your child fix eyes on objects and follows a moving person up to 90 degrees?
Yes    No

General understanding
Does your child smile at the mother in response to overtures?
Yes    No


As a parent you are in best position to note your child's development and milestones given below can be used as guidelines. No two children develop at same rate, every child develops at his own pace. A "No" answer to any of the following questions does not necessarily mean that there is a problem. You can talk about this to your Paediatrician in your next visit