“When should my child do this or that activity?” “Is this common for his/her age?” - These are common questions occupational therapist receive from parents of young children. While we know that no two child develops the same way, there are common milestones that are guidelines to help parents monitor their children's development.
The following is a list of some developmental milestones by age.
A referral to an occupational therapist is recommended if any of the milestones are not being met.
Fine motor skills:
Self-care skills:
Gross motor skills:
Fine motor skills:
Self-care skills:
Gross motor skills:
Fine motor skills:
Self-care skills:
Gross motor skills:
Fine motor skills:
Self-care skills:
Gross motor skills:
Fine motor skills:
Self-care skills:
Gross motor skills:
Fine motor skills:
Self-care skills:
Gross motor skills: