Developmental Monitoring and Screening
CDC’s “Learn the Signs. Act Early.” Program
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) “Learn the Signs. Act Early.” program encourages parents and providers to learn the signs of healthy development, monitor every child’s early development, and take action when there is a concern.
The program offers free checklists and other tools to make developmental monitoring practical and easy.
Resources from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
AAP Developmental Surveillance and Screening Initiatives
AAP activities to promote developmental surveillance and screening are implemented across numerous Academy initiatives, including Bright Futures, the Council on Children with Disabilities, Council on Early Childhood, Section on Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics, and the Screening Technical Assistance and Resource (STAR) Center.
Bright Futures
The AAP Bright Futures Guidelines provide theory-based and evidence-driven guidance for all preventive care screenings and well-child visits.