Useful tools
In this section, you will find a selection of screening tools that may help monitor your child's development and provide useful guidance for parents.
These tools do not replace a professional developmental assessment. However, they can serve as a helpful starting point for identifying potential concerns and deciding whether further discussion or evaluation may be beneficial.
Developmental Milestones by Age
CDC Milestone Tracker App
A helpful tool for tracking key developmental milestones from infancy through the preschool years. It enables parents to monitor their child's overall development and identify any concerns that may warrant further discussion or evaluation.
The app is available for both iOS and Android devices. It is intended as a developmental screening resource and does not replace a comprehensive clinical assessment.
Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers, Revised with Follow-Up (M-CHAT-R/F)
The M-CHAT-R/F is a brief screening tool designed for young children that can help identify early signs which may warrant further developmental evaluation.
It is not a diagnostic tool, but rather a first step in identifying potential concerns. The results should always be interpreted within the context of a comprehensive developmental assessment and clinical evaluation.
Growth Charts
Growth charts are a simple tool used to monitor a child's growth over time in comparison with other children of the same age and sex.
By entering your child's measurements, such as height, weight, and head circumference, you can view their growth pattern visually and track their development in an easy-to-understand format.
Growth charts can help identify changes in growth over time, but they should always be interpreted within the context of a child's overall health, development, and clinical assessment.
