All About Play
How your child plays now:
- Your 7-month-old baby grasps by cupping his entire hand around an object.
- He is beginning to use his thumb to push things into his hand.
- When lying on his tummy, he creeps forward.
- He can support his weight and stand if he holds onto furniture.
- He recognizes voices and his name and tells tunes apart.
- He prefers to look at complex objects and changes position to seek a better view.
Why your child will enjoy these toys now:
Advice From Experts
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Why doesn’t my 7-month-old crawl?
Kyle, my 7½-month-old son, uses his elbows and knees to move, keeping his tummy on the floor. He will get in the crawl position then fall to his belly. He will sit only if I put him in that position. When he reaches for something he falls over. When I sign and play with him he smiles and always laughs back but doesn’t copy any of the things I show him. Should I be worried?
Kristen in Elyria
Dr. Bettye M. Caldwell, Ph.D., Professor of Pediatrics in Child Development and Education
It doesn’t sound as though you have anything to worry about, Kristen—certainly not on the basis of what you mention in your question. In fact, it soun...
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Play & Learn Family Activities
You’ll be helping your seven-month-old’s development when you try these fun activities together.
