Know your child’s growth milestones.
Be aware of important
milestones at each
phase of your child’s
development.
You know your child best. If
something doesn’t feel right or a
milestone hasn’t been reached,
monitor these developments and
make an appointment with a
pediatrician.
Regular well-child
doctor visits ensure
your child is growing
healthy and happy.
At wellness checks, children
get necessary immunizations
(shots), a full physical exam,
growth tracking (weight, height,
head size), and provide parents
a chance to ask questions
about nutrition, sleep and
behavior.
There are free and low-
cost child wellness
resources in
San Bernardino County.
Well-child doctor visits and
developmental screenings
are accessible to everyone.
They are covered by Medi-
Cal and most insurance, so
cost is not a barrier.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Milestones Matter for Families
Early intervention supports healthy brain development during the years when children learn and grow the fastest.
No two children develop, grow and learn at the same pace, but children do develop in predictable ways, known as developmental milestones. The good news is that you don’t have to figure this out alone. First 5 San Bernardino and Help Me Grow Inland Empire are here to give you helpful resources and point you in the right direction. Knowing these simple facts will help get a handle on your child’s growth:
- At-home developmental screenings for your child can begin as early as two months old and continue through early childhood.
- These screenings include checks for movement, language, learning, behavior and social interaction.
- They are easy to conduct and will help track a child’s growth at every stage.
Developmental
screenings with your
pediatrician should
happen at 9 months,
18 months and
24 or 30 months.
They can also be
scheduled when there is
a developmental concern.
Resources:
Access the at-home developmental screening checklist and seek free professional support at HelpMeGrowIE.org.
Help Me Grow Inland Empire’s Development at Home downloadable activity sheet for children and parents/caregivers to practice developmental growth together at home.
Help me Grow Inland Empire’s downloadable At-Home Activity Cards available in English and Spanish.
Create a MyChart account to keep track of your child’s development and screenings.
Download the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Milestone Tracker app for free on iOs and Android devices in English and Spanish.
Locate a San Bernardino County pediatrician’s office near you by visiting the Department of Public Health’s website.