Developmental Monitoring and Screening: Milestones Guide for Infants and Young Children

This one-page CDC guide explains developmental monitoring and developmental screening in clear, family-friendly language. It identifies who monitors development, when formal developmental and autism screenings occur, and how caregivers can use milestone checklists to celebrate progress, discuss concerns, and seek support. Childcare providers can share or print this handout when communicating with families about children’s development from birth through age five. It is a practical reference for family conferences, enrollment materials, and conversations about early identification and intervention.