Neonate-6 Months

Question 1

Child’ stage of motor development from 0-6 months

Answer 1

1st quarter (0-3 months) = head control in all positions
2nd quarter (3-6 months) = control of UEs and upper trunk

Question 2

Hallmark motor milestones for 0-6 months

Answer 2

Neonate: physiologic flexion
1 month: lift & clear head
2 months: astasia abasia
3 months: puppy position
4 months: rolling
5 months: feet to hands/mouth
6 months: unsupported sitting

Question 3

Big picture of each month 0-6 months

Answer 3

Neonate: physiologic flexion
1 month: physiologic flexion decreasing
2 months: hypotonia
3 months: beginning of symmetry
4 months: controlled symmetry
5 months: controlled asymmetry
6 months: increased function