Does your child seem to have challenges keeping up with their peers? Are they having difficulties with certain skills or activities more than their siblings or friends? Even though every child develops at their own pace, persistent delays in achieving new skills can be an indicator that your child may benefit from extra support. Keep reading to learn more about developmental milestones and how our expert team at More to Say can help if your child is experiencing a delay.
Developmental milestones are the key achievements that mark a child’s progress in the different areas of their growth and development. They encompass a wide range of skills and behaviors that, when achieved, give children the ability to handle daily life. These milestones are broken down by age from birth through five years old to show what skills a child should gain in the first few years of their life.
Developmental milestones can be categorized into five basic types, each of which plays a vital role in their long-term health and success:
A developmental delay occurs when a child does not reach certain milestones within the expected timeframe. Some variation is expected because the milestones are based on the average age that most children achieve them. However, if a child goes well beyond the age when they should have a skill, like crawling or self-feeding, and still has difficulties with it, then it is considered a delay. Fortunately, developmental delays can be supported through the help of pediatric therapists.
At More to Say, we believe that children learn best through playing and interacting with their environment. After your child’s comprehensive evaluation, our pediatric therapists will create a therapy plan to help them build the confidence and skills needed to achieve their developmental milestones.
Our goal is to support your child’s growth and development through fun, engaging, and evidence-based therapy methods. We use a holistic approach to ensure your child’s treatment aligns with their needs, interests, and family life. Our distinctive therapy approach motivates children and makes them excited to participate in therapy, which is why our families love the More to Say Way!
If your child is facing challenges in reaching their developmental milestones, don’t hesitate to reach out for help. Our team is committed to providing exceptional therapy to meet your family’s needs and help your child thrive. Give us a call at (203) 828-6790 to experience pediatric therapy the More to Say Way, and let’s work together to empower your child to live a happy, fulfilling life.
