Scooting
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Trouble Walking
Asked by M.R. from Miami
on June 29, 2011
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My daughter took her first unsupported steps over 2 weeks ago but still isn't walking regularly or really at all unless I coax her to. She is 11 months old, which I k...
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- I work with children in early intervention. Please do not even think about letting your child walk before 12-13 months of age. She needs to crawl properly for 4-6 mont...
- Well, I'm not sure what you are asking for since you don't want anyone to tell you not to worry. Your gut tells you something is wrong with her hips so go with that ...
- If there were anything wrong with her hips the doctor would know that from his physical examination. I suggest that she is in the process of learning to walk which ta...
3 Year Old Sleep Habits
Asked by M.B. from New York
on April 24, 2010
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Ok, my oldest will be 3 next week and for the past few weeks she has not been sleeping thru the night AND getting up at 7-7:30am everyday! That may sound normal to mos...
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- Hi M.- 3 year olds need a total of about 12 hours of sleep a day, (night time & naps together). If your daughter is not getting that much, and is waking at early h...
- You need to put her to bed earlier. My son is in bed, fast asleep, by 8 p.m. at the absolute latest. The more sleep children get, the BETTER they sleep. Good luck...
- there ios a great book that helped me a lot. 'healthy sleep habits, happy child" by Weisbluth. he's a sleep specialist. he seemes to really know his stuff. good l...
8 Mo Old Development
Asked by K.H. from Lancaster
on May 18, 2007
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My 8mo old is not crawling of babbling is this normal. She is a very content, happy baby. She does get up on all fours and if she is on the kitchen floor she "scoots...
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- First off you can't compare to other kids. Have you addressed this to your baby's doctor? If he/she is concerned perhaps getting an early intervention screening woul...
- Let me talk about the scooting first. Some children never crawl. Also, your first daughter was an early walker. Most children don't walk until the are closer to a y...
- well i can tell you that my daughter did not crawl till 9 months so i know about this if you are concerned about a developmental delay i would ask your doctor to refer...
Information on Oak Park
Asked by M.B. from Chicago
on October 14, 2006
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We are looking to move and am interested in Oak Park. If you are or have lived in Oak Park please share your experiences. We are interested in activitives for a toddle...
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- Oak Park is a great place to live. I'm a single mom and have lived here for the last 20 years. I've raised my 4 kids here and only have one left at home. The area i...
- Hello M., I live in Riverside,about 2 miles away, and its great. The elementary school acoss the street from me (Blythe) is rated 5th in the State. Its a lot less c...
- I live in Berwyn... just south of Oak Park. I'd love to live in Oak Park but cannot afford it! Great place to raise kids. I love my fantastic and affordable chicago...
Just for Fun- Active Kids
Asked by K.C. from Orlando
on February 10, 2011
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So as I sit her 8 months pregnant and very very very uncomfortable I can't help but wonder; Do you think activity while in the womb has any cooralation to activity as ...
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- I am no scientist, but when I was pregnant with my son he moved so much I was scared! And he is a relatively calm child. He likes to run and play but will sit calmly f...
- This is a fun question :) My oldest never stopped moving, in the womb or out. I got no sleep, bruised ribs, and was generally miserable most of my pregnancy; he on...
- my daughter harldy moved in the womb and she was very active as an infant (well as active as an infant can be :) ). my son moved like crazy and he was pretty go with t...
When Do Babies Sit?
Asked by W.S. from Philadelphia
on May 1, 2007
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Hi, my name is W. and I am the proud mommy of two. Amanda just turned 3 (whoever said the terrible 2's must have meant the terrible 3's ;->) and Collin is 9 months.
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- usually around 5-8 months sitting unsupported.
- My kids have all had various ages when they did everything. My youngest had me a bit worried as well, but he started sitting up by himself about 8 months. Withen abo...
- Hi W. Babies need good head control to sit up unassisted. Is he able to lay on his tummy with his head up? If he is doing that and rolling over, I wouldnt be conc...
8 Month Old Not Crawling Yet
Asked by G.M. from Boston
on July 20, 2008
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Hi all moms! I am not sure if I should be concerned or not, but my 8 month old hates, and I mean hates to be on her belly so she is still not crawling.
She is sittin...
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- Neither of my children crawled. My son just started walking at 8.5mos & my daughter scooted on her bottom until she was about 1yo. Both children had no trouble crawl...
- Hi G., My daughter never actually crawled. When she was around 10 months old she started to scoot on her bottom and ended up using that mode of transportation until ...
- My son hated being on his stomach from day 1 as well. Just give her time. It's frustrating to hear the doctors say "every child is different", but it really is true. S...
How Do I Bathe My Growing Son?
Asked by J.S. from San Francisco
on July 7, 2008
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I have been using one of those baby bath tubs but now my son is getting too large for it. He can't sit up so I cant yet use the kitchen sink and the bathtub is out of ...
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- I have been taking both of my boys to the tub with me and the shower since they were born. They are 3 years and 8 months old. You have your husband by to take the youn...
- My kids used a bath ring that helps them to sit up. It worked really well. You need to supervise, but it really gives an active kid a chance to play in the water. H...
- I always just took my son in the tub or shower with me at that age. Not only do you both get clean but you get some nice skin to skin time so a bath becomes relaxing ...
18 Month Old Not Saying Much
Asked by J.G. from Canton
on March 24, 2009
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I just returned from my son's 18 month appointment. My doctor seemed mildly concerned that my son isn't saying much beyond "Mama, Dadda, Hi, and Nana". He also doesn...
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- Hi J.! You could do one of two things: 1)The "Wait and See" approach, or 2)take action now. My son, now 28 months old, is just learning to say words other than Mamm...
- First off don't panic. When my daughter was 2 I took her in for her well-child checkup and she wasn't really saying much either, pretty much the same things your 18 m...
- Consider setting him up for an evaluation through "First Steps" it is free or close to it depending on your income. We did this when our son was 2 and it put us at eas...
Unmotivated 8 Month Old
Asked by S.P. from Los Angeles
on March 31, 2010
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So I don't like calling my baby girl lazy, but she is definitely unmotivated! She never learned to roll over, but she was sitting up on her own at 5 months. I make s...
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- Don't worry. Each baby has her own agenda and personality. Also, they all develop at their own pace. While she is not "motivated" to roll or crawl, she might be build...
- I recommend that you have her evaluated by A Early Childhood Intervention team. You contact them thru your local school district. I feel concern because she's seemin...
- Tummy time is a waste of time! It is designed for people whose babies lie in cribs or car seats all day. If you are carrying your baby, she is developing core strength...
