Child Development

Child Development

Each family has unique qualities. There are many quality child care choices that work for children and parents. Finding child care is a difficult and often frustrating decision. Use these tools, and information on finding high-quality care to make the best choice for your family and children.

Contact PIC - Your child learns more during the first three years than any other time in their life. If you have questions about your child's development, PIC is here to help.

CDC Milestone Moments Checklist (PDF) - The Centers for Disease Control have updated developmental milestones for the first time in 20 years.  See what skills kids are learning by age range.

Child development free Milestone Tracker App - Milestones matter! Track your child’s milestones from age 2 months to 5 years with CDC’s easy-to-use illustrated checklists; get tips from CDC for encouraging your child’s development; and find out what to do if you are ever concerned about how your child is developing.

Ages and Stages Questionnaire - Many pediatricians use the Ages and Stages Questionnaire during well baby visits.  You can complete the ASQ before your next visit to share and discuss with your pediatrician.  Complete the ASQ now. 

Early Signs of Autism - Here is information from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) about three of the early signs of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in young children.