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Medically reviewed by: Mary L. Gavin, MD The reflexes babies had just after birth start to disappear now as they gain more control over their movements and start to interact with caregivers and world around them. What Can My Baby Do? Newborns struggle to li...

Medically reviewed by: Mary L. Gavin, MD At this age, babies are learning to roll over, reach out to get what they want, and sit up. Help your baby by providing a safe place to practice moving and lots of interesting objects to reach for or move toward. How ...

Medically reviewed by: Mary L. Gavin, MD From scooting to crawling to cruising, babies learn how to get around during these months. So now is the time to childproof your home, if you haven't already. Remember to put gates at staircases and block off rooms tha...

Medically reviewed by: Mary L. Gavin, MD Walking is the major milestone for kids this age, and over the coming year they'll get much better at it. As kids' mobility improves, so does their ability to explore where they couldn't before. So take a child's-eye ...

Medically reviewed by: Kathryn A. Ritacco, PA-C What Is Out-Toeing? Out-toeing is when feet point outward while walking. It happens to a lot of kids when they are learning to walk. It's not painful and it usually gets better as kids grow older. Almost all to...

Medically reviewed by: Abigail S. Helms, PA What Is Toe Walking? Toe walking is when kids walk on the balls of their feet, with their heels off the ground. It’s common in toddlers as they learn to walk. Most children stop toe walking on their own by age 2. ...

Medically reviewed by: Mary L. Gavin, MD What Is Tummy Time? Tummy time is laying babies on their stomachs for brief periods while they're awake. It's an important way to help babies strengthen their neck and shoulder muscles, and improve motor skills. Be s...

Medically reviewed by: Mary Bolton, PT What Are Forearm Crutches? Forearm crutches are devices that give support to the forearms to help a person stand and walk. Are Forearm Crutches Right for My Child? Children ages 8 and older who can walk by themselves ...

Medically reviewed by: Mary Bolton, PT What Are Leg Braces? Leg braces are devices that support the ankle and foot, and keep them in the right position for walking, standing, and sitting. These braces are sometimes called orthoses (or-THO-seez). Are Leg Bra...

Medically reviewed by: Mary Bolton, PT What Is a Gait Trainer? A gait trainer is a supportive walking aid for kids who need help walking and who need to strengthen their leg muscles. Gait trainers are often used in therapy and in school. Is a Gait Trainer R...

Medically reviewed by: Mary Bolton, PT What Is a Manual Wheelchair? A manual wheelchair is a supportive chair on wheels. A child or teen can roll the wheelchair independently by pulling or pushing the wheels. Or, another person can stand behind the wheelchai...

Medically reviewed by: Mary Bolton, PT What Is a Power Wheelchair? A power wheelchair is a supportive chair on wheels. Kids who use a power wheelchair can move around by themselves. Is a Power Wheelchair Right for My Child? A power wheelchair can help kids...

Medically reviewed by: Mary Bolton, PT What Is a Walker? A walker is a walking aid that helps kids who have balance problems and leg weakness. Is a Walker Right for My Child? Kids who have trouble walking but can bear weight on their legs and take steps wi...

Medically reviewed by: Mary Bolton, PT What Is an Adaptive Bicycle? An adaptive bicycle is a supportive, 3-wheeled bicycle for kids with disabilities who can't ride a 2-wheeler independently. The bike has a wide wheel base and straps to help give body suppor...

Medically reviewed by: Mary Bolton, PT What Is an Adaptive Stroller? An adaptive stroller is a lightweight chair on wheels for kids ages 3 and older who need trunk or head support. This kind of stroller can be a good alternative to a bulky wheelchair for qui...

Medically reviewed by: KidsHealth Medical Experts Your newborn may seem to do little more than eat, sleep, cry, pee, and poop. But if you notice how your baby reacts to things like light, noise, and touch, you will see the senses hard at work. What Can My Ba...

Medically reviewed by: KidsHealth Medical Experts Every minute that they're awake awake, babies take in the sights, sounds, smells, and feel of the world around them. Although it may take a while to understand what all this information means, your baby can s...

Medically reviewed by: KidsHealth Medical Experts Every minute that they're awake awake, babies take in the sights, sounds, smells, and feel of the world around them. Although it may take a while to grasp what all this information means, your baby can still f...

Medically reviewed by: KidsHealth Medical Experts Every minute that they're awake, babies take in the sights, sounds, smells, and feel of the world around them. Although it may take a while to grasp what all this information means, your baby can still find jo...

Medically reviewed by: KidsHealth Medical Experts Babies this age are honing all five senses, understanding and learning more and more from what they see, hear, and feel. What Can My Baby See? Babies this age can see much farther away (several feet) than ju...