What to Ask Your Pediatrician When You Suspect Developmental Delay
While every child grows at their own pace, doctors use milestones to measure
developmental progress. The first years of a child’s life will be
marked with growth in areas such as motor, verbal, and cognitive skills.
Parents are intimately familiar with their children. As such, they are
often the first to detect when something is off in terms of developmental
progress. If you suspect that your child may be experiencing some developmental
delays, start the conversation with your pediatrician.
Questions to Ask Your Pediatrician
The questions you ask the pediatrician should center on language, motor, and social skills. Most children start moving, speaking, and responding to others within the first year of their lives. If they do not walk or speak at least six words their 18th month, it may be cause for concern.
When meeting with the pediatrician, ask questions such as:
- How are my child’s language skills developing? Do they meet the normal milestones?
- Is there anything I should worry about regarding my child’s speech?
- How are their gross and fine motor skills? Would therapy or rehabilitation help?
- Should I be concerned if my child does not socialize with other people?
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