Interesting Ways to Make Your Baby Start Walking

You have to remind yourself that every baby is different. So, if you find your little one is taking his or her first steps later than your neighbour’s.

It’s a perfect moment when you see your little one smiling, holding the ball with your hands, or trying to stand. After all, achieving one milestone after another for your baby is a win-win situation for you.

Amidst the other milestones, as your little one turns 1, you will notice them standing on their own, and very soon you’ll be chasing after them. After all, they are getting ready to take the big plunge – start walking. 

But, you have to remind yourself that every baby is different. So, if you find your little one is taking his or her first steps later than your neighbour’s or relative’s baby, don’t fret about it. 

Here are 10 interesting ways to make your baby start walking: 

De-clutter the floor and babyproof the house

Remove all scattered around the floor. Pick up the papers and slippery magazines from the floor to prevent your little one from falling. Your table or the handles of your sofa may have sharp edges. The baby may get hurt by them while walking. So, try to cover those areas by padding them. If your furniture is lightweight and can be easily toppled, let them out of your baby’s sight. If they pull push or walk in support of them, they can cause an accident. Babyproofing the house will keep the baby safe, they will be oozing with confidence and you will further encourage them to explore the floor. 

Encourage them to walk along the support of the furniture

Encourage your little one to stand against the support of your furniture – maybe the table or chair. All the types of furniture should be within their reach. You may hold one hand and let the baby walk, while they are walking in support of the furniture. You can also add a fun activity while your little one is cruising. You can keep a ball near their feet and ask them to kick. In this way, they will start raising their feet.  

Hold the little hands

Hold the upper part of their arms, while they are in a standing position and support them while they are taking a few steps forward. With your assistance, they will be able to catch up fast. 

Make them sit on the stool

To promote your baby’s physical development, a baby-sized stool without back support. This tool will allow your baby to sit comfortably, with her feet touching the ground and directly below her body. Supervision is crucial during this activity. By strategically placing toys within her reach, you can encourage her to bend and pick them up while seated. This exercise effectively strengthens her shoulder, leg, and back muscles, while improving her balance and coordination.

Make them walk barefoot. Their walking barefoot can make them feel the texture. Helps them squat. Support their walking with some music. 

This big plunge is nothing greater than a celebration.