06/18/2026
Every child develops at their own pace, but there are certain building blocks of movement that children should accomplish, known as gross motor milestones.
Some of these include:
● Rolling over and sitting up by themselves.
● Crawling and pulling to stand.
● Balancing while standing and moving into different positions.
● Walking, running, and jumping.
If a child is falling behind, or struggling to reach these benchmarks, a physical therapist can help get them back on track. Swipe through to explore the major gross motor milestones of the first 12 months, learn simple ways to encourage development through play, and discover signs that may indicate it's time to consult a pediatric physical therapist.