Question

When do children typically start walking?

Answer

The stage where children learn to walk independently from taking a few wobbly steps to mastering their body balance is usually between 12 and 16 months. It is very important for parents to protect and encourage their children during this period. Here are some effective methods for training children to walk:

  1. Have the child face you and hold onto your hands, stepping on your feet back and forth, alternating left and right.
  2. Support the child by holding her under the arms as she walks forward.
  3. Train the child to move by holding onto the edge of a bed or railing.
  4. Train the child to learn to walk by holding onto the sides of a push toy.
  5. Have the child walk holding onto an adult’s hand or arm.
  6. Face each other and squat down, extend your hands for protection, and let the child walk back and forth in the middle.
  7. Let the child stand alone, and use toys in front of her to encourage her to walk alone. When the child takes a few steps, give them praise to encourage their courage to keep moving forward.