• Look for any characteristic of abnormality in shape or features of face and body.
• Observe child's behaviour and interaction. If the child is alert, interested in new objects, keen to explore and relates in a friendly manner, a developmental problem is more likely because of an isolated condition rather than global retardation.
• Observe growth of child including their head circumference.
• Check children patterns of growth in weight, height and head circumference by observing infant health clinic booklet.
• Observe child's behaviour and interaction. If the child is alert, interested in new objects, keen to explore and relates in a friendly manner, a developmental problem is more likely because of an isolated condition rather than global retardation.
• Observe growth of child including their head circumference.
• Check children patterns of growth in weight, height and head circumference by observing infant health clinic booklet.