Question
The baby is 6 months old and doesn’t play with toys on their own, but will hold and shake toys, can roll over but not sit up, will tap their feet to the rhythm of music when happy, will make sounds, and can say ‘mommy’. Concerned parents are asking about possible reasons and improvement methods.
Answer
The child’s hand development may be slower than usual, possibly due to frequent use of gloves or inadequate hand warmth. Language and motor skills development are still on track. To promote hand development, it is recommended to reduce the use of gloves and allow more opportunities for the child to play on the floor to train hand muscles. Additionally, doing more hand exercises such as stretching fingers and grip training can help promote hand development. Moreover, active special training can also contribute to the child’s intellectual development.