I can’t stress enough how crucial early developmental checkups are for our little ones. These appointments help identify any delays and ensure our children get the support they need. I recently had a parent tell me they didn’t realize how much we can assess in just one visit — like understanding language skills or motor development. Let’s talk about how we can prioritize these checkups.
I’ve found that keeping a developmental checklist handy really helps track milestones between visits. It’s surprising how little things can slip by unnoticed; I’d recommend @parentingexpert’s checklist for a good starting point. How do you keep track of your child’s development?
don’t get me started on how often parents overlook these checkups! We had a visit just last month, and it revealed our son was behind on his speech. It’s so easy to think everything’s fine when you don’t see the signs right away.