Developmental Pediatrics Program
Our developmental pediatric specialists are here for your child
Developmental delays — whether physical, mental or behavioral can impact a child in a big way. At Children’s Minnesota, our developmental pediatrics team takes a holistic approach to behavioral and developmental conditions, such as autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and Down syndrome. Our developmental pediatric specialists will do everything we can to help support your family along your journey.
Your child may be referred by your primary care physician or healthcare team member, to a developmental pediatric provider to address concerns about your child’s developmental milestones, behavioral health, social skills, or learning challenges.
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What are developmental milestones?
Developmental milestones are key skills and abilities that children typically achieve as they grow. If you’re concerned your child isn’t meeting developmental milestones, our specialists can help. Learn more about the common age ranges for key developmental stages:
Expert care for children with developmental challenges
As developmental pediatric specialists, we wear many hats, but here’s a quick look at what we do for kids and families:
Specialized care for neurodevelopmental disorders: Every child grows and learns at their own pace. Some children need extra support to build emotional and behavior skills. Our team offers a dedicated Neurodevelopmental program designed to meet your child’s unique needs.
Expertise: For decades we have cared for children with complex developmental differences. Our developmental pediatric specialists understand your child’s unique support needs and provide trusted guidance for the future.
Advocacy: Some developmental challenges improve or disappear with age and some don’t. Either way, we’re here as your child’s advocate, partnering with you every step of the way.
Creativity: We design creative, personalized treatment plans to help kids tackle the world. We’re on top of approaches that help to break down developmental roadblocks, including medications, education planning and other services that help your child thrive.
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