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From: gas@nsc-pdc.UUCP (Gini Shevrin)
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Subject: Re: Walking before they crawl?
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Date: Fri, 19-Apr-85 10:46:11 EST
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> The question I have is what importance does the crawling stages
> have for the development of a child.  The reason why I ask is
> my son, just turned 6 months, seems to be rather strong for his
> age (Proud Daddy, huh!).  At the age of 5 months, he was able to
> sit by himself once we propped him up.  Now, he is starting to
> pull himself up on nearby furniture, not quite making it however.
> He doesn't have the coordination down to crawl but usually
> turns complete circles and inches forward while on the floor.
> Even the pediatrician believes he will walk very early, if
> not before he crawls.
> 
> Anyone have any comments or know of any good myths about this?
> 
> 
> 					Thanx in advance,
> 					Doug

This is not supported by references, but I believe I read somewhere
that the longer they crawl, the better they will read later.  Something
about coordination.  DOes anybody know anything about this?

Meantime, Doug, never fear.  My 1 year old has been standing and
walking along furniture for ages, still not walking.  Pediatritians
often say what the parents want to hear when it comes to "Gee
isn't my baby advanced? (Puff, puff)"

Have fun.