Newborns look longer at faces with open eyes than faces with closed eyes

Milestones represent what most children can do by specific ages; however, it is important to remember that children do not achieve these milestones at the same exact ages—milestones only represent the average age at which they are achieved. If a child has not achieved specific milestones by a specific age, it does not necessarily suggest a delay or disability; however, there are specific ages where if certain milestones are not achieved, caregivers should encourage the child’s parents to commu