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Chapter 10: Movement

To help your child learn to stand

Hold him in a standing position on your lap. Bounce him up and down a little so he gets used to feeling where his feet are. Also move him gently from side to side so he learns to shift his weight.

Sit on the ground with your legs apart. Encourage your child to hold onto your body and pull himself into a kneeling position, and then to stand up.

Put toys he likes on a chair or table and encourage him to pull himself up to get them. Or put your hands on his hips to help him up.

To help your child lower himself from a standing position to a sitting position, support his bottom as he lowers himself to the floor.

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