However if a child shows delays in several areas this raise the possibility of global developmental delay and needs reassessment and further investigation. Specific delays in some areas with normal development in others raise the question of an isolated defect e.g. delayed speech in a child who is normal in other milestones suggests a hearing loss. Only slight head lag when pulled to sit Holds rattle placed in hand. Turns head to soft sound at ear level 6 Months Spontaneously lifts head when supine. Lifts chest on extended arms Hand regard goes.
Transfers objects between hands.
Palmar grasp Shows fear of strangers. Stands holding onto support. Sits unsupported for 10 minutes Pincer grip developing Looks for toy fallen out of sight. Throws objects on floor repeatedly. Less likely to take all objects to mouth Knows and turns to own name.