Expected Developmental Milestones

• Easily comforted by voice or adult physical contact
• Feeds well, contented after a meal
• Enjoys a variety of foods
• Adapts to a good sleeping routine by 6 months
• Drinks from a feeder cup and finger-feeds
• Enjoys having a bath
• Not distressed when left to play alone

Parents should be concerned if their child

• Takes time to be comforted and presents as very irritable
• Has difficulties feeding e.g. colic and milk allergies
• Has a restricted diet
• Has sleeping difficulties and wants adult reassurance
• Shows an early dislike of water
• Requires constant adult attention