2006-10-21 08:16:09 · 13 answers · asked by TabbyK 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
Very much so. At 12 months they have just learned to walk a small distance on their own. I would start to worry if the tripping was carried up to 18 month but for now just work with him/her strength and balance and make a fun game out of it.
2006-10-21 08:26:42 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My daughters babysitter also cares for a 14 month old. OMG...you should see how often he falls over. And on a hard wood floor. He just smiles and gets back up. Go get 'em!
It is normal. Does your child seem dizzy? does your child have a cold? Sometimes sinus problems can throw them off balance for a while.
My daughter seems to fall (while cruising) a lot right before naptime, so maybe time of day could be a factor, too?
2006-10-21 08:44:53 · answer #2 · answered by gg 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
At 14 months, this is a concern. It may be related to an equilibrium problem, originating in the inner ear. Test your child's hearing by givig them a fuzzy toy to distract them, wait for them to reach for it, and make a loud noise with a pot and pan behind them. If they are starled, they will not need to get a hearing test.
2006-10-21 08:28:47 · answer #3 · answered by dbqdawg 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Of course! I have a two year old and he's still in the clumsy stage. Don't worry! Bumps and bruises are a big part of a toddler's life. This stage wont last long, enjoy it.
2006-10-21 08:27:47 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It would depend on how long you baby's been walking. If he or she was walking well and then seems to have lost a little bit of balance, then I would take her/him to the doctor to see if there is a problem with her/his inner ear.
2006-10-21 08:26:17 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Is that when trying to walk or falling off the sofa?
2006-10-21 08:35:20 · answer #6 · answered by Gossip81 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Falling is a part of their job.
2006-10-21 09:44:23 · answer #7 · answered by eagfan5 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. They are still learning how to balance and walk.
2006-10-21 09:35:33 · answer #8 · answered by ~Happy Mom~ 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it is. The baby's still learning to stand on his/her feet and walk.
2006-10-21 08:23:58 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
kids tend to be clumsy but you seem very concerned i would just take her into the dr and have ears checked. good luck
2006-10-21 08:43:03 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋