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Developmental Milestones

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 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

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

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

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.