Your baby's first steps: A milestone with patience

A baby's first months of life are filled with exciting developmental advances—from their first smile to grasping. But the topic of "first steps and walking" is of particular interest and concern to many parents. When is it normal for babies to begin standing, and what does science tell us about the best ways to support them?

The right time to stand and walk

Pediatricians worldwide agree: Your baby's first year should not be used to encourage early walking. This advice is based on the knowledge that your baby's bones and joints need the important intermediate step of crawling to mature and strengthen. Only after this natural process is standing up and walking a healthy next step—this usually happens naturally after the first year.

The pressure from outside and the danger of baby walkers

It can be challenging not to be impressed or even stressed by other parents whose children seem to be reaching motor milestones early. However, it's important to respect your own child and their individual developmental plan. Walkers, which force children into an unnatural position and can strain their muscles and spine, are now strongly discouraged. The risks associated with such aids—such as tipping over or reaching dangerous objects—are too high.

Crawling as a fundamental step

Crawling is more than just a cute phase—it's a critical step in your child's development that shouldn't be skipped. While some babies become active as early as 5 months, others don't start until 11 months or later. The "happy middle ground" is often around 8 months, but the most important thing is to accept your baby's individual timeline and support them as they crawl .

The consequences of skipping

Experts warn that skipping crawling and starting to walk too early (before their first birthday) can have long-term consequences for their spine and joints, as well as leg misalignments. It's therefore crucial that you, as a parent, remain patient and give your child the time they need for their natural development.

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Support during the crawling phase

To optimally support this important phase, we recommend comfortable clothing that promotes your baby's freedom of movement, such as our crawling baby pants made from GOTS-certified organic cotton. These not only allow for unhindered exploration and muscle strengthening, but also protect your baby's knees and pants with the health-conscious RUBBY knee pads by sticklett .

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Your baby's first steps are an exciting moment, but they shouldn't be rushed. Every child develops at their own pace, and this natural process deserves our full support and patience. Trust that, with the right support and freedom, your baby will reach these significant milestones when the time comes. Every child learns to walk sooner or later.