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Walking in babies
My child is 16 months old still don't walk much. Just try to take a few steps on bed and floor.
Since last week tried and able to stand on floor but as soon as moves ahead fall after 2 steps.
What is the right age for babies to start walking properly and independently.
I have mentioned in different forums and some pediatrician says I can wait till18 months and its not an issues and one suggested to get a neurologist check done. What should I do at this stage.
Also how can u help my baby to walk independently.
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Dr. Sai Praneetha
Pediatrician
11 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Babies who are not able to walk by 18 months definitely need medical evaluation.. As ur baby is attempting u can wait for two more months provided baby has no other issues
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u can motivate the baby by keeping colorful attractive toys nearby and slowly keeping them far as the baby tries to reach
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Dr. S. T. Pushpam
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16 yrs exp
Bangalore
You can wait till 18 months age for a child to walk independently.
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Need further history on other milestones to know if there was any delay. Consult online or meet your paediatrician
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