Occupational Therapy Developmental Skills Checklist (0-36 months)
0-3 months
Moves arms symmetrically
Can bring hands to midline while on back
Blinks at sudden visual stimulus
Grasps toy actively
Keeps hands open 50 percent of the time
Turns head to both sides while on back
Lifts head while on stomach
Extends both legs
Rolls from side to back
Opens and closes mouth in response to food
Naps frequently
Stays awake for longer periods without crying – usually in p.m.
Coordinates sucking, swallowing, and breathing
3-6 months
Follows a moving object with eyes while in supported sitting
Clasps hands
Keeps hands open most of the time
Reaches and grasps object
Drops object
Rolls from back to side
Bears almost all weight on legs
Holds head erect when leaning forward
Sits momentarily leaning on hands
Uses tongue to move food in mouth
Recognizes bottle visually, pats bottle
Sleeps at night, for 10-12 hours with night awakening
Places both hands on bottle
Mouths and munches solid foods
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