Red Flags in Early Development

02 Jan Red Flags in Early Development

Red Flags in Development in the first year

Every child is unique, and they develop in their own timeline.

The absolute indicators that help parents to identify the developmental markers that suggests the need further evaluation.

These are the “Red flags” which helps the parents to have a check on whether the child is on track with the growth and development.

If a child shows two or more of these red flag signs, it is better to check with your Paediatrician and get support in the form of screening for further developmental delays.

There is no more “Wait and Watch policy works but early intervention is the key to bring about best outcome in the children.

Red Flags or Pointers in the first 0 to 3 months

• Doesn’t seem to respond to loud noises
• Doesn’t follow moving objects with eyes by 2 to 3 months
• Doesn’t smile at the sound of your voice by 2 months
• Doesn’t grasp and hold objects by 3 months
• Doesn’t smile at people by 3 months
• Cannot support head well at 3 months
• Doesn’t reach for and grasp toys by 3 to 4 months
• Doesn’t bring objects to mouth by 4 months
• Doesn’t push down with legs when feet are placed on a firm surface by 4 months
• Has trouble moving one or both eyes in all directions.

The following points shall help you to have a quick guidance for your child development and if parents find any concern or needing clarification, it’s better to talk with your Paediatrician.