top of page

Explore Pediatric Milestones

Do you have concerns? You can schedule a free pediatric therapy evaluation at HHH Pediatric Therapy in Ramsey. Fill out a form and we will reach out to schedule.

Developmental Milestones

5 to 7 Months

  • Transfers an object from one hand to another

  • Begins to reach forward with both arms

  • Finger feeds

  • Shakes and bangs toys

​

​

​

2 to 3 Years

  • Stacks a tower of six to eight blocks

  • Turns single pages in a book

  • Imitates a vertical line, horizontal line, and circle

  • Strings large beads

  • Holds a crayon with thumb and fingers 

  • Uses scissors to snip paper

​

​

5 to 6 Years

  • Completes ten to twenty-five piece interlocking puzzle

  • Copies a triangle

  • Connects two dots with a straight line

  • Uses scissors to cut simple figures

  • Ties laces into a bow

  • Cuts soft food with a safety knife

9 to 12 Months

  • Reaches in all directions 

  • Pokes with index fingers

  • Releases large objects into a large container

  • Assists with cup and spoon feeding

  • Bangs two items together

  • Removes socks

​

3 to 4 Years

  • Stacks a tower of nine to ten blocks

  • Folds and creases a paper

  • Completes three to eight piece inset puzzle

  • Snaps clothing

  • Uses fork and spoon with little spilling

  • Colors a large image attempting to stay within the lines

1 to 2 Years

  • Points with index finger

  • Places objects into a container

  • Uses both hands together at the middle of their body

  • Scribbles spontaneously 

  • Stacks a two to six cube tower

  • Imitates a vertical line

4 to 5 Years

  • Imitates a four to six block design

  • Copies a diagonal line

  • Imitates an X

  • Draws three parts to a person

  • Buttons from opening clothing

  • Uses scissors to cut out a circle and square

​​

Speech Milestones

12 Months

  • By 12 months child should say 2-6 words other than "mama" or "dada"

  • ​

2 Years

  • ​At twenty-four months a child with typically developing language says two hundred to three hundred words.

​

​

​

​

5 Years

  • ​At five years a child with typically developing language should be able to make the sounds – r, zh

15 Months

  • ​By fifteen months a child says ten different words.​

​

​

3 Years

  • ​At thirty-six months a child with typically developing language uses one thousand different words.

  • At two to three years a typically developing child should be able to make the following sounds– p,b,m,d,t,k.g, w, ng, f, y

6 Years

  • ​At six years a child with typically developing language should be able to make the sounds – th

18 Months

  • ​At eighteen months toddlers with typically developing language use fifty different words

4 Years

  • ​At four years a child with typically developing language should be able to make the sounds – l, j, ch. s, v, sh, z

​

​

​

 

Gross Motor Milestones

4 to 6 Months

  • Rolls over (first from tummy to back, then back to tummy).

  • Sits with support (around 4-5 months), gradually sitting independently by 6 months.

  • Pushes up on arms when lying on stomach.

  • Begins to bear weight on legs when standing with support.

1 to 2 Years

  • Walks independently (by 12-14 months).

  • Climbs onto furniture and stairs (with support).

  • Runs with limited coordination (around 18 months).

  • Kicks a ball forward (around 18-24 months).

​

​

​

4 to 5 Years

  • Skips (alternating feet while jumping).

  • Hops on one foot multiple times.

  • Walks heel-to-toe in a straight line.

  • Balances on one foot for longer periods (10 seconds or more).

  • Throws a ball accurately to a target.

7 to 9 Months

  • Sits independently without support (around 7-8 months).

  • Crawls (usually begins at 8-9 months).

  • Bears weight on legs when held in standing position.

  • Reaches for objects while on tummy and begins shifting weight.

​

2 to 3 Years

  • Walks up and down stairs (with help, or alternating feet with support by age 3).

  • Throws a ball overhand (around 2-3 years).

  • Jumps with both feet (around 2-3 years).

  • Balances on one foot briefly (around 3 years).

  • Runs more confidently, with improved speed and direction control.

5 to 6 Years

  • Rides a bicycle without training wheels.

  • Jumps rope.

  • Improves running, can change direction quickly, and move faster with more control.

  • Develops stronger coordination in activities such as catching, throwing, or climbing.

10 to 12 Months

  • Pulls to stand (by holding onto furniture).

  • Cruises along furniture (walking while holding onto support).

  • Stands independently briefly.

  • Takes first steps (typically around 12 months).

​

​

3 to 4 Years

  • Hops on one foot (around 3-4 years).

  • Walks up and down stairs independently, alternating feet (by age 3).

  • Pedals a tricycle (around 3-4 years).

  • Catches a ball with arms outstretched.

  • Jumps forward with both feet.

​

Contact Us

HHH Pediatric Therapy
9457 Hwy 10 NW
Ramsey MN 55303

612-230-0308

HHH Pediatric Therapy Ramsey Minnesota
Contact Us Form

Thanks for submitting!

HHH Pediatric Therapy is a growing therapy practice who believes in helping children and families create a beautiful life together, through direct therapeutic intervention and parent education.

Sunday
Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Closed

8:00 am-6:00 pm

8:00 am-6:00 pm

8:00 am-6:00 pm

8:00 am-6:00 pm

Closed

Closed

bottom of page