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Wednesday, August 24, 2011

AGE-BY AGE GUIDE TO GROSS-MOTOR SKILLS


When motor skills develop normally, it's a good indication a child's brain growth is also on track, says Ellen Schumann, MD, a pediatrician with the Marshfield Clinic in Wausau, WI...Below, you'll find gross-motor milestones to watch for, these are general guidelines, says Dr. Shumann...Some kids will reach them earlier and some later...Consult pediatrician if you're concerned....
1 month....Lift head momentarily when held against your shoulder....
3 months..Push up with arms while lying on stomach...
4-7 months...Roll from back to stomach and, later, vice versa....
6-7 months...Sit without support...
9 months...Crawl, pull to a stand
11 months...Move about while holding unto furniture...
12-14 months...Stand without falling, squat, begin walking...
18 months...Run, throw a ball while holding it overhead with both hands...
2-21/2 years...Run well, jump up with both feet, throw a ball overhand...
3 years...Ride a tricycle, walk upstairs one foot at a time
4 years...Hop on one foot, skip, walk downstairs one foot at a time...
5 years...Jump over an object, balance on one foot for 3-5 seconds...

UNREALISTIC PARENTAL EXPECTATIONS...
When it comes to our children, parents dream big....Athletic prowess, an Ivy League education, a high powered career... Such hopes although well intended can be burdensome for our kids..How can parents help...Be realistic and accept the child you've got...Support and encourage strengths and interests, but realize that no amount of pressure can turn your child into a genius or star athlete...When a child faces a challenge stay calm and exude confidence. ALL YOU CAN DO IS TRY YOUR BEST! Expressing your anxiety will only increase the stress... Above all, keep matters in perspective..How many A's kids get or how popular they are in school doesn't predict future success.....

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