Milestones vs Individual Growth

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So often, parents (& even clinicians!) can get caught up on "milestones" that a child "should have" reached by a certain age. But a quick Google search will often show really conflicting information for milestones, which can lead to further confusion or anxiety in parents.

"Milestones" are just guidelines, similar to how BMI is a guideline (but often NOT accurate and inappropriate for many people).

As a parent, you know best and what feels right. Someone working with your child should be looking at the full picture and your child's specific strengths, instead of comparing to numbers that may not be representative for a multitude of reasons.

If you have questions about your child's development, or the "milestones" don’t seem to be representative of your child and their unique development, our SLPs & OTs are here to help! That's the exact reason we developed our baby & toddler check-ins, so we can discuss how your child is developing and look at your child holistically. Because let's face it, your child is more than numbers and check-boxes!

by Halle Demchuk, SLP

Paediatric SLP | GLP-Trained Clinician | Owner of HAEPI SLP