Pushes down on legs when held standing
What it is
Held upright with feet on a firm surface, the legs straighten and take some weight.
Start preparing
- Hold under the arms on your lap or the floor for a few seconds at a time — no baby walkers.
- Let the feet be bare; grip and feedback from the soles help.
- Short and often beats long sessions.
When to check with a professional
If by 9 months the legs take no weight at all when held standing, mention it at the 9-month visit — this is one of the clearer prompts for a physiotherapy look.
Related
Sources
- Learn the Signs. Act Early. — milestone checklists (2022 revision) — CDC / American Academy of Pediatrics
- WHO motor development milestone windows (MGRS, 2006) — World Health Organization
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