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# Growth and motor development: observing over time

Three illustrated explanations on following growth, offering opportunities to move and discussing concerns with the paediatrician.

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![A child having their height measured at an appointment with the doctor and mother.](https://ortopediaevolutiva.com/illustrated-guides/crescita-misure-v1.webp)

![A child having their height measured at an appointment with the doctor and mother.](https://ortopediaevolutiva.com/clinical-print-figures/5397e84191348540.webp)

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## The pattern over time matters

One measurement or a comparison with another child is not enough to assess growth. The paediatrician interprets measurements over time alongside the child's history and examination.

![An awake infant on their tummy on a floor mat, with a ball in front and the father nearby.](https://ortopediaevolutiva.com/illustrated-guides/crescita-gioco-v1.webp)

![An awake infant on their tummy on a floor mat, with a ball in front and the father nearby.](https://ortopediaevolutiva.com/clinical-print-figures/ca15feada9d46687.webp)

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## Moving in a safe environment

Offer age-appropriate opportunities to play and move. For an infant, tummy time is an awake activity on a safe floor surface, with an adult nearby providing supervision.

![A mother discusses her observations about her child](https://ortopediaevolutiva.com/illustrated-guides/crescita-dubbi-v1.webp)

![A mother discusses her observations about her child](https://ortopediaevolutiva.com/clinical-print-figures/a299184d04b8b437.webp)

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## Discuss concerns with the paediatrician

Speak with the paediatrician if you notice movement difficulties, marked asymmetry or loss of previously acquired skills. Explain what has changed and when, rather than waiting for the child to grow out of it.

General information; this guide does not replace an individual medical assessment.

[Dr Daniele Priano — Paediatric orthopaedics](https://ortopediaevolutiva.com/en/about)

## Sources
- [CDC — Growth charts](https://www.cdc.gov/growthcharts/cdc-growth-charts.htm)
- [CDC — Concerned about your child's development?](https://www.cdc.gov/act-early/families/concerned.html)
- [American Academy of Pediatrics — Safe sleep and tummy time](https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/sleep/pages/Preventing-SIDS.aspx)

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