Paeds- developmental milestones

Question 1

timescales of normal musculoskeletal development:

Answer 1

Sits alone, crawls – 6‐9 months
Stands – 8‐12 months
Walks – 14‐17 months
Jumps – 24 months
Manages stairs independently – Age 3

Question 2

landmarks of neurological development include:

Answer 2

Loss of primitive reflexes (Moro reflex, stepping reflex, rooting, grasp reflex, fencing posture etc) by 1‐6 months.
Head control – 2 months
Speaking a few words – 9‐12 months
Eats with fingers, uses spoon – 14 months
Stacks four blocks – 18 months
Understands 200 words, learns around 10 words/day ‐ 18‐20 months
Potty trained – 2‐3 years