How do I encourage my 10 month old to crawl/walk?

[JacksMommy]

Mama's intuition is a powerful thing, so if you are worried, take her to your ped or get an EI just in case.

That being said, my DS had very little interest in movement until 10.5 months. He was just a very content, placid little guy, always hated tummy time and didn't roll over much either. And was never particularly interested in things he couldn't reach. Then one day he just started crawling. He walked at a normal age and ever since then has actually been physically advanced for his age.

Crawling isn't actually a milestone so I'd be surprised if anything is wrong but it sounds as though the PTs and other medical folk think the not-putting-pressure-on thing sets off alarm bells. So talk to your doc and take it from there!

Laurel
Mama to Jack 6/02 and Maddy 12/04

Babywearing education in Napa, CA

[veronica]

Thanks Everyone for your encouraging words. We actually had DD's 10 month checkup yesterday where our pediatrician did confirm that she is behind in movement but her hips and upper body are in great shape. She will put one arm down on the ground and sort of spin and I can see her moving her legs in a split. She wants to get down and move but it is almost like she is just scared to do it. Just last night, she did get down on her belly from the sitting position twice and spent over 30 continuous minutes on her belly with no complaints (thanks to Baby Mozart!). Her pediatrician did give us a number for EI and we will be calling on Monday.

[Wife_and_mommy]

I didn't say immobile babies weren't common.

My DS is only occasionally crawling on all fours but he's been military crawling since 5M. More importantly, he's recently been cruising which means he's on his way to walking independently.

THe muscles they use to move/walk are strengthened many months prior to walking independently. It all begins with tummy time which is why I said it's highly under-rated(IMO).

I know opinions vary. I was just stating mine. :)


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