Understanding Your Child's Growth and Development

Children develop at different rates, but regular health visits help track growth and development over time. Your pediatrician may monitor height, weight, head growth in younger children, communication, movement, social skills and other age-appropriate milestones. Share your observations and questions during visits. If your child loses a skill they previously had, or you have concerns about speech, movement, learning, behavior or social interaction, discuss them with your pediatrician rather than waiting for the next routine visit.