This is a common question, one that many parents wonder about. The good news is that each baby is really...
This is a common question, one that many parents wonder about. The good news is that each baby is really on their own walking time line. There's no need to worry if your little one is still shuffling about on his knees at 11 months.
Typically babies start walking somewhere between 9 and 15 months. But even this broad time line can vary. Before your baby will start walking he'll have to master the following:
- Pulling himself up to a standing position.
- Standing, without falling over. He may stand upright while holding onto a table or he may be able to stand on his own.
- Some cruising efforts - babies are more inclined to walk if they have a reason. Most babies love to follow things, such as a ball rolling across the floor, or a pull toy.
- Your baby has weak muscle tone.
- Your baby shows NO interest at all in pulling himself up or walking.
- Your baby cannot stand up, even when he's holding onto something, like you or a table leg.