tracking your child’s growth and development
One of the most important parts of a well-child visit is making sure your child is growing and developing as expected. Parents often wonder, “Is my child growing normally?” or “Are they reaching the right developmental milestones?” Regular pediatric visits allow us to follow your child’s progress over time and recognize concerns early.
Every child grows and develops at their own pace. From infancy through adolescence, children develop new physical, language, learning, social, and emotional skills. At Here We Grow Pediatrics, we monitor these changes and help you understand what to expect as your child grows.
Growth – We follow your child’s height, weight, and overall growth pattern over time to make sure they are progressing in a healthy way.
Developmental Milestones – We monitor age-appropriate milestones and listen closely to your observations and concerns. If something deserves a closer look, we can recommend additional screening or evaluation when appropriate.
Behavior, Learning, and Emotional Health – Growing up involves much more than physical development. Wellness visits are also a time to talk about behavior, learning, relationships, emotional well-being, and any concerns at home or school.
Regular well-child visits help us build a complete picture of your child’s growth and development over time. Just as importantly, they give you dedicated time to ask questions, share concerns, and learn what milestones and changes to look forward to next.
schedule your child’s wellness visit with here we grow pediatrics today.
developmental milestone
cognitive development
Cognitive development involves the development of attention, general knowledge, and learning skills. Approaches to learning are also a part of the process. A child's curiosity, creativity, and senses contribute to their development.
language and speech development
Language and speech development are critical to their thought processes and problem-solving abilities. It is an essential part of a child's well-being.
physical development
Physical development involves the growth and development of muscles and bones as well as the development of gross motor skills like sitting, standing, walking, and running. Fine motor skills involve brushing teeth, tying shoes and zippers and buttons.
emotional development
Emotional development includes the development of emotions, self-regulation, and social interactions.
How sooner or later a child develops these skills depends on their biological makeup and external influences. Therapies can often help children who are struggling to meet their milestones.
how does your pediatrician check a child’s development?
Your child’s development is an important part of every well-child visit. Regular pediatric checkups allow us to follow developmental milestones and see how your child is moving, learning, communicating, interacting with others, and gaining new skills over time.
Developmental screening takes a closer, more structured look at your child’s progress. Depending on your child’s age, we may ask about the skills you’re seeing at home, use a standardized developmental screening questionnaire, and observe your child during the visit. Your observations are especially valuable because you know your child best.
Developmental screening is simple and noninvasive. It does not require blood tests or laboratory testing. Instead, these tools help us identify children who may benefit from closer monitoring, additional evaluation, or developmental support.
Children develop at different rates, and there is a normal range for when many milestones are reached. If you notice that your child is struggling with certain skills, has lost a skill they previously had, or you simply have questions about their development, please let us know.
Developmental screening and regular well-child visits help us follow your child’s progress over time and recognize when additional support may be helpful. If you have questions about your child’s development or milestones, schedule a wellness visit with our pediatric team.
what if your child is not reaching developmental milestones?
Children develop at different rates, but if your child is not reaching expected milestones, it’s important to discuss your concerns with your pediatrician. Missing a milestone does not automatically mean your child has a developmental delay, but it may be a reason to take a closer look.
We monitor development during regular well-child visits. If you or your pediatrician has concerns about speech and language, movement, learning, social skills, or behavior, we may recommend a standardized developmental screening or additional evaluation.
Parents can also use age-appropriate milestone checklists between visits to help track new skills and identify questions they may want to discuss with us. These checklists are helpful tools, but they do not replace a formal developmental screening or professional evaluation.
When a developmental concern is identified, the next step depends on your child’s individual needs. Some children may simply need closer monitoring, while others may benefit from additional evaluation or early intervention services. Identifying concerns early can help children get the right support sooner.
You know your child best. If your child is missing milestones, has lost a skill they previously had, or you have concerns about how they play, learn, speak, behave, or move, you do not need to wait until the next wellness visit.
Contact Here We Grow Pediatrics to schedule an appointment and talk with our pediatric team about your child’s growth and development.
reach out to here we grow pediatrics
Regular well-child visits are an important part of monitoring your child’s growth, development, and overall health. They give us the opportunity to follow your child’s progress, identify concerns early, and answer questions as they grow.
If you have concerns about your child’s developmental milestones, you don’t need to wait until the next routine visit. We’re happy to discuss developmental concerns whenever they arise.
Whether your child is due for a wellness visit or you’d like to schedule an additional developmental check-in, our team is here to listen, answer your questions, and support your child’s healthy development.
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Schedule a well-child visit or developmental checkup with Here We Grow Pediatrics today.
