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Maternal & Child Health
Developmental Milestones
Developmental Milestones
Skills such as taking a first step, smiling for the first time, and waving "bye bye" are called developmental milestones. Children reach milestones in how they play, learn, speak, act, and move (crawling, walking, etc.). |
Folic Acid Information
Folic Acid Information
Folic acid is a B vitamin. If a woman has enough folic acid in her body before and during pregnancy, it can help prevent major birth defects of the baby’s brain and spine. Women need 400 micrograms of folic acid every day. |
Milestone Tracker Mobile App
Milestone Tracker Mobile App
Milestones matter! Track your child’s milestones from age 2 months to 5 years with the Center for Disease Control’s easy-to-use illustrated checklists; get tips for encouraging your child’s development; and find out what to do if you are ever concerned about how your child is developing. |
Milestones in Action
Milestones in Action
Milestones in Action is a FREE image library that features photos and videos of children demonstrating developmental milestones from 2 months to 5 years of age. This tool was created to help parents, early care and education providers, and healthcare providers identify developmental milestones in children and know if there is cause for concern. |
Title V Maternal and Child Health Services Block Grant Program
Title V Maternal and Child Health Services Block Grant Program
The Title V Maternal and Child Health Block Grant Program is the nation’s oldest federal-state partnership. It aims to improve the health and well-being of women (particularly mothers) and children. |