It's time to change how we view a
child's growth.
Do you know all the ways you should measure your child’s growth? We
naturally think of height and weight, but from birth to 5 years,
your child should reach milestones in how he plays, learns, speaks
and acts. A delay in any of these areas could be a sign of a
developmental problem, even autism. The good news is, the earlier
it’s recognized the more you can do to help your child reach her
full potential.
CDC would like to thank the following organizations for
their contributions to the development of the "Learn the Signs. Act
Early." Campaign:
Development Tip:
For information on talking with kids - from infants to tweens,
visit this page of the PBS Parents website.
Health and Safety Tip:
The
American Academy of Pediatrics has information on choosing an
insect repellent for your child.
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Date:
August 14, 2008
Content source: National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental
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