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Child Development

Learn about the stages of child development, milestones, and how to support your child's growth and learning.

The Importance of Play in Child Development
Child Development4 min read

The Importance of Play in Child Development

Play is more than just fun—it's how children learn about the world. Learn why play is crucial for cognitive, social, and emotional development.

Sarah Thompson
March 5, 2023
Understanding Developmental Milestones: What to Expect
Child Development8 min read

Understanding Developmental Milestones: What to Expect

Learn about the key developmental milestones from birth to age 5, and how to support your child's growth at each stage.

Dr. Robert Chen
January 10, 2023
Supporting Language Development in Early Childhood
Child Development6 min read

Supporting Language Development in Early Childhood

Discover effective ways to encourage language acquisition and communication skills in young children from infancy through preschool.

Maria Garcia
December 1, 2022
Social-Emotional Development: Building Blocks for Life
Child Development7 min read

Social-Emotional Development: Building Blocks for Life

Learn how children develop social and emotional skills and how parents can foster healthy emotional intelligence from an early age.

Jennifer Williams
October 22, 2022
Fine and Gross Motor Skills: Supporting Physical Development
Child Development5 min read

Fine and Gross Motor Skills: Supporting Physical Development

Understand the progression of physical skills and learn activities that help children develop coordination, strength, and dexterity.

Michael Rodriguez
September 15, 2022
Brain Development in the First Five Years
Child Development9 min read

Brain Development in the First Five Years

The first five years are critical for brain development. Learn about this crucial period and how to provide an enriching environment.

Dr. Sarah Johnson
August 3, 2022

Developmental Milestones by Age

Understanding developmental milestones can help you track your child's progress and identify any potential concerns early.

Infants (0-12 months)

Social smiling, rolling over, sitting up, first words, crawling, and walking.

Toddlers (1-3 years)

Walking independently, using simple sentences, following directions, and beginning self-help skills.

Preschoolers (3-5 years)

Hopping and skipping, drawing shapes, telling stories, and developing friendships.

Child development stages