Child development
Understanding developmental milestones and when to ask questions.
Understanding Your Child's Development
Children develop skills in communication, movement, learning, play, and social interaction over time.
Developmental milestones provide useful information about skills many children develop at particular ages. They are not a substitute for a professional assessment.
Parents can use reputable milestone guides to observe progress and prepare questions for their pediatrician.
For children beyond early childhood, families may also want information about learning, independence, coordination, and communication during school-age years and adolescence.
Recommended resource: CDC Developmental Milestones(opens in a new tab)
This page is general educational information for Georgia families of children from 3 months to 17 years. It is not medical, legal or insurance advice and does not replace an evaluation by a qualified professional. Program rules change; confirm eligibility and details directly with each program, your child's doctor, school or insurance plan.