Gross motor development

Question 1

Newborn

Answer 1

Limbs flexed, symmetrical posture
Marked head lag on pulling up

Question 2

6–8 weeks

Answer 2

Raises head to 45o in prone

Question 3

6–8 months

Answer 3

Sits without support
– at 6 months: with round back
– at 8 months: with straight back

Question 4

8–9 months

Answer 4

Crawling

Question 5

10 months

Answer 5

Stands independently
Cruises around furniture

Question 6

12 months

Answer 6

Walks unsteadily, broad gait, hands apart

Question 7

15 months

Answer 7

Walks steadily