Programme for the Harmonious Development of Infants (0–1 year)
A programme for Complex Functional Assessment, monitoring, and stimulation through Paediatric Kinesitherapy, Hydro kinesiotherapy, Sensory Integration, Occupational Therapy, and Speech Therapy, aimed at ensuring the harmonious development of infants (0–1 year) in various stages, including:
- support on forearms, maintaining seated posture,
- rolling over, crawling, moving on all fours, and progressing to independent walking,
- improving bimanual activities and play skills,
- regulating functions such as breathing, sucking, and swallowing,
- correct positioning of children and instructing parents on this,
- emotional development and communication skills.
We have the team, the expertise, and the success stories of children that vouch for our results. Through this program, we can help your baby develop better!
Programme for the Harmonious Development of Infants (0–1 year) at Maria Beatrice Center, Alba Iulia
A programme for Complex Functional Assessment, monitoring, and stimulation through Paediatric Kinesitherapy, Hydro kinesiotherapy, Sensory Integration, Occupational Therapy, and Speech Therapy, aimed at ensuring the harmonious development of infants (0–1 year) in various stages, including:
- support on forearms, maintaining seated posture,
- rolling over, crawling, moving on all fours, and progressing to independent walking,
- improving bimanual activities and play skills,
- regulating functions such as breathing, sucking, and swallowing,
- correct positioning of children and instructing parents on this,
- emotional development and communication skills.
We have the team, the expertise, and the success stories of children that vouch for our results. Through this program, we can help your baby develop better!
What Does Monitoring Infant Development Mean?
From birth, infants are under the care of a paediatrician, who monitors growth in weight, length, immunization, and nutrition.
It is essential to closely monitor aspects related to mobility, muscular, and skeletal development, as this allows for early detection of disorders or deformities that may appear at birth or during growth.
Additionally, cognitive development (knowledge, emotion, interaction, etc.) must be monitored throughout early childhood development.
Early intervention and guidance of parents by our doctors and therapists can make a significant difference in ensuring the harmonious and healthy development of young children, preventing potential long-term complications.
When Does a Baby Need a Complex Functional Assessment?
When the family notices unusual situations in the baby’s motor, cognitive, sensory, or emotional development.
It is important for parents, grandparents, and the entire family to understand the stages of early childhood development. We can teach you this, so that you can support your baby throughout their childhood and help them go through all the stages of physical and mental development properly.
In fact, it is recommended that every child under the age of 1 undergo at least one Comprehensive Functional Assessment.
When Does a Baby Need a Complex Functional Assessment?
When the family notices unusual situations in the baby’s motor, cognitive, sensory, or emotional development.
It is important for parents, grandparents, and the entire family to understand the stages of early childhood development. We can teach you this, so that you can support your baby throughout their childhood and help them go through all the stages of physical and mental development properly.
In fact, it is recommended that every child under the age of 1 undergo at least one Comprehensive Functional Assessment.
Developmental Stages. What should a baby be able to do by the age of 1?
0-3 months:
- Lifts head slightly when lying on their stomach
- Follows objects with their eyes
- Moves hands and feet in a coordinated way
- Responds to sounds and begins to recognize familiar voices
- Starts to mimic facial expressions and sounds made by others
4-6 months:
- Sits with support and begins to roll from tummy to back and vice versa
- Grasps objects and brings them to their mouth
- Begins to differentiate between familiar people and strangers
- Laughs and coos to attract attention
7-9 months:
- Crawls or begins to move on all fours
- Sits up without support
- Stands with support
- Recognizes their name and responds to it
- Points to indicate what they want
- Imitates simple sounds and gestures
10-12 months:
- Takes first steps with support or even alone
- Learns to use objects
- Can express wants and needs through gestures and sounds
Each baby is unique and may reach these stages at different times, which is why the Comprehensive Functional Assessment is important, along with monitoring and, if needed, therapy to support the baby’s development.
We can help your baby progress properly through all these stages!
What do we do in the Baby’s Harmonious Development Program?
- Medical Consultation conducted by a paediatric neurology specialist and/or a rehabilitation, physical medicine, and balneology specialist, concluded with a Medical Report and, if necessary, a Medical Procedure Form.
- Comprehensive Functional Assessment, conducted by a paediatric physiotherapist and/or an occupational therapist, and if needed, a speech therapist, with a Comprehensive Functional Assessment Report.
- Customized sessions of Paediatric Physiotherapy, Hydrotherapy, Occupational Therapy, and Sensory Integration.
Help your baby develop harmoniously from the very first months of life!
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