Every parent desires that their child to
develop healthily and gain strength. Occasionally, we detect that our infant's
movements fall behind those of other children. The signs may point to cerebral
palsy, which impacts movement control and development in babies.
● Trouble holding
their head up at 3 months of age
● Having
difficulty feeding or swallowing
● Not reaching
for toys by 4 months
● Pushing away
with only one side of the body
● Feeling very
stiff or very loose when you pick them up
During the first three months, watch if your
baby:
● Has difficulty
lifting their head while lying on their tummy
● Shows unusual
stiffness in their legs
● Feels either
too floppy or too stiff when you hold them
● Doesn't respond
to loud noises
● Has feeding
problems
At this stage, notice if your child:
● Cannot bring
their hands together
● Has trouble
rolling over
● Only uses one
side of their body to move
● Shows unusual
eye movements
● Doesn't smile
at people
Look for these signs:
● Not sitting
without support for 8 months
● Not babbling or
making sounds
● Having trouble
picking up small objects
● Not crawling or
scooting around
● Shows
preference for using only one hand