Development in child

Baby is born

Within days, reflexes start. Sucking and Startling

3 months, baby holds head up unsupported for a short time

7 months, can sit without support

9 months, baby starts to crawl

12 months, stands on own. Walks holding hands or furniture

13-18 months, imitates others, interacts with people (patty cake), turns head when name is called

19-24 months, uses multiple words, imitates new words,follows two step related directions

24-36 months, learn to run and jump off both feet, throw and kick a ball, start brushing teeth