As parents, we celebrate every milestone our baby reaches, from the first smile to the first steps. That's why it's easy to become concerned if a particular ability doesn't appear when expected. Here's some reassuring news about your child's motor development from the experts.
Experts say it's the sequence of development that's more important than the timing.
So a child supports his head before he learns to sit up the rest of the body. And it progresses from the trunk out from the arms and legs and even down to the fine motor tasks. What's important is that each child progresses along that continuum. As you watch your child develop, here are some things to keep in mind. Provide play opportunities - Help your child reach her motor milestones by providing a wealth of opportunities.