Learn the Signs. Act Early!
What is Early Intervention? Early intervention programs provide services and support for babies, young children with developmental delays and disabilities, and their families. If your child has a developmental delay, you may be eligible to receive free or low-cost services to help. If your child is younger than three years old, you can call to request early intervention services. In addition, here are a few resources to help you monitor your child’s developmental milestones from the CDC.
Milestones Matter for Families!
“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. From birth to age 5, your child should reach milestones in how he or she plays, learns, speaks, acts, and moves.
In this video, parents of young children share their personal experiences of using CDC’s “Learn the Signs. Act Early.” tools and resources to learn about child development, recognize the milestones their child should be reaching, and guide them about what to do if they ever become concerned. Click here to learn more: https://youtu.be/T7bCsIIpC7M
“Concerned About Your Child’s Development?” in ASL American sign language interpreting icon:
This video provides information in American Sign Language (ASL) on what to do if you have concerns about your child’s development. Click here to learn more: https://youtu.be/uD68lmY9TWI
Baby Steps: “Learn the Signs. Act Early.”
Learn how to look for developmental milestones and what to do if you’re worried about your child’s development or think there’s a problem. Click here to learn more: https://youtu.be/9Ithxd5KW
Child Development: It’s Better to Know (Spanish)
Learn why it is important to recognize developmental milestones and what to do if you have concerns about your child’s development. https://youtu.be/LyUi6LnmX5s
Other Resources
Where is Bear? A Terrific Tale for 2-Year-Olds – Order Online
Amazing Me: It’s Busy Being 3! – Order Online
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- Spanish pdf icon[7 MB, 18 Pages, Print Only]
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