Looking at your child’s development is a bit like traveling down a road.  Sometimes you experience a small bump in the road that slows your traveling speed down a little, or you might see a small red flag along side the road warning you to slow down as there is a problem ahead on the roadway.  Child development is very similar.  Occasionally, children experience small bumps in their developing bodies, which might indicate they need a little help to achieve one of the developmental milestones.

Red Flag indicators are checklists or tools that parents or caregivers can use, if they have a concern about one or more areas of a young child’s development.  If you have questions about one of your child’s developmental areas, click on one of the titles below and you will get a checklist or a few questions that will help you decide whether you should call someone at one of the Family Resource centers listed on this website.

If you are unsure or have a concern about one or more areas of your child’s development, there are people who can help you at:

1)      The Public Health Unit in your community.  Public Health nurses can assess your child’s situation and determine if any follow-up actions are required.

2)       Infant Development Program can be contacted for children up to 36 months.  Someone will answer your call and arrange for a follow-up visit.

3)      For children 36 months or older, call Children’s Therapy and Family Resource Centre and the Intake Worker will respond to your concerns.