Developmental Milestones at a Glance
Age | Key Milestones | Visit Your GP |
6–8 weeks | Social smile, tracking eyes, briefly lifts head | No social smile or response to voices by 8 weeks |
4 months | Laughs, holds head steady, bats at objects | Not holding head up or responding to sounds |
6 months | Sits with support, babbles, recognises faces | Not babbling or reaching for objects |
9–12 months | Crawls, first words, waves bye-bye | Not crawling, pulling to stand, or using any words |
18 months | Walks, 10+ words, points to show interest | Fewer than 6 words or not walking independently |
2 years | 2-word phrases, runs, begins pretend play | No 2-word combinations or regression in skills |
3–4 years | Full sentences, imaginative play, toilet trained | Significant speech difficulty or social withdrawal |
When Should I Bring My Child In?
Development Concerns
If your child is not meeting milestones for speech, movement, or social interaction — even if you are not sure — it is always worth checking. Early referral makes a real difference.
Recurring Illnesses
Frequent ear infections, chest infections, or skin conditions that keep coming back need investigation — not just repeated short-term treatment.
Behaviour and Mood Changes
Changes in behaviour, school performance, sleep, appetite, or mood in older children and teenagers are worth discussing with a GP sooner rather than later.
What is Child Health?
Child health visits are not just for when your child is sick. Regular GP contact through childhood helps track growth and development, keep immunisations on schedule, and catch any concerns early — when early intervention makes the most difference. Our GPs enjoy working with children and understand that every child develops at their own pace. We take concerns seriously, give you time to ask questions, and refer early when needed.
Who Is This For?
Newborns and infants for early health checks and vaccination
Toddlers and pre-schoolers for developmental review and immunisation
School-age children with health, behaviour, or learning concerns
Teenagers dealing with physical or mental health changes
Parents concerned about their child's development at any age
Children with chronic conditions — asthma, eczema, allergies, ear disease
What We Cover
Newborn and early infant checks — weight, feeding, development, and parent support
Childhood immunisations — full NIP schedule on-site
Developmental milestone assessments — speech, motor, and social development
Growth monitoring — height, weight, and head circumference charted over time
ADHD assessment pathway — structured evaluation and referral
Ear, hearing, and vision concerns — including grommets referral
Asthma and eczema management — action plans and ongoing care
School and childcare health forms and clearances
Mental health support for children and teenagers