You will need to see your pediatrician as soon as possible if your two-year-old has not met some of the milestones expected for his age. Now we are going to tell you the most alarming so that you take it into account.
In this way, you can seek help from a professional as soon as possible in the event that you think your little one has a developmental problem or they should help you in stimulation to improve or advance your development.
Communication
- You have trouble hearing or seeing things
- Do not use two words together such as: "red car"
- Behavior and play
- Can't follow simple directions, for example, 'Please give me the ball'
- Does not imitate actions or words, for example, when singing 'Head, shoulders, knees and toes'
- He does not pretend during the game; for example, it is not intended to feed a doll
- Shows no feelings
- Doesn't look to you for comfort
Movement and motor skills
- Can't go up and down stairs, even if it's holding onto you or a rail
- I can not run
- You find it difficult to handle small objects, for example a crayon
- You are not doodling or trying to draw
When to worry about the development of the child at 3 years
See your pediatrician if your three-year-old has any of the following problems.
Communication
- Does not look you in the eyes
- You have trouble seeing or hearing things
- Does not use three-word sentences
- It is often difficult to understand when he speaks
Behavior and play
- Does not understand simple instructions, for example, 'Please give me the ball'
- Not interested in other children
- Finds it difficult to separate from their primary caregiver
- He does not pretend during the game; for example, he does not pretend to play 'shopping' or 'riding the bus'.
Movement and motor skills
- I can not run
- Doesn't scribble or draw
- It is difficult for him to manipulate small objects, for example, a pencil or a color.
You should see a child health professional if your child loses skills. Children grow and develop at different rates. If you're concerned about whether your child's development is "normal," it might help to know that "normal" varies a lot. But If you still feel that something is not quite right, see your pediatrician.