My son is alsot 11 months old. He is still crusing furniture, but hasn't attemted to walk yet (and i know that's normal). The thing is, he seems to be extra inteligent. He plays with my daughters little people farm. he puts the animals in the different spots, gathers them from around the house and whatnot and brings them to the farm. Even the farmer and his wife. He also has a little toy truck he pushes around the house. He puts the little people in the back and pushes it around. He roars when he plays with dinoasaures and he goes "brrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr" when he plays with the cars. He caught onto "tata" after the first try, and he's been hiding his face and playing peekaboo for about 2-3 months now. Is he just developing faster, or is he smart? I just mean with the play. I would think he immitates my daughter, but she rarely plays with those toys. Also, if i take off his pants to change his diaper, he starts trying to take his shirt off. And if u give him a comb he'll "comb" his hair.
2007-03-05 02:16:46 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
Your are just being a typical mom.....and I think it is adorable. You will discover (if not already) how your son learns and plays differently from your daughter.
All parts of the brain do not develop at the same time....so it makes sense that while your son's motor skills (i.e. walking) are temporarily on hold, he is catching up on his "play" skills. And then one day, you will see the motor skills part of the brain kick in, and he will decide its time to focus more on learning to walk.
It sounds like you very much enjoy watching him learn....I have one child, a 3-year old, and I had no idea how much I would enjoy watching him learn!
2007-03-05 02:30:58 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have 2 things going for him - one he MAY be "smarter than the average bear", but he also has sisters to watch and want to keep up with. I have 3 and our youngest who is now 2 tries to do everything his big brother and sister do. BUT he also figures things out the other two did not at his age.
Be a proud mom and you have a right to brag about his advances, but be cautions about putting additional conditions (this is not the right word, but I hope you know what I mean) on him. When he shows an extra interest, work with him; otherwise just do the "normal" stuff like the alphabet, numbers, colors, etc.
We knew our eldest was sharp, but we did not realize how much so until our school started an academically gifted program between first and second grade. We wanted to keep him challenged in school, but not push him. Well, he ended up as gifted and the program has been wonderful for him. We didn't do anything special for him as a baby or toddler it just comes through.
Good luck - as he gets older you will be challenged in a whole new way with the "why" and "how" questions.
2007-03-05 10:58:24 · answer #2 · answered by g-lady 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think that he is just in too much of a hurry to take time to walk right now. It appears that he is exploding trying to capture all the knowledge around him that he can. I would encourage him to walk but I would not be that concerned. He has a zeal for knowledge and because of that yes he is smart. Continue to enjoy him as he discovers the world around him. He sounds like an adorable whirlwind.
2007-03-05 10:33:56 · answer #3 · answered by myleshunt 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Babies who have parents that spend a lot of time with them tend to develope faster. Some is due to their own intelligence. But that is also affected by parental invovment. Keep him away from the TV and just enjoy him. He sounds like a sharp one, and trust me, from experience, they are challenging. Try not to put any greater expectations on him. He will feel the pressure later. Just give him plenty to explore, and experiment with, and lots of encouragement and affection. People all have areas they excell in and others they are slow in.
2007-03-05 10:27:29 · answer #4 · answered by jsbug66 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Sounds like a very healthy inteligent boy to me. You have to remember that every child is different and develops that same way. Looks like hes been learning from his surroundings.
2007-03-05 10:25:40 · answer #5 · answered by boricua_chick_21 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have an 11 month old too and he is not walking yet. He has an older brother who he likes to play with and tries to do everything he does. Its really just wanting to be bigger!
2007-03-05 10:29:42 · answer #6 · answered by lalala876 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
typical mom, my son is two weeks and I feel the same way though I am the typical dad. Dont sweat the 11 month thing, he will progress just fine just give him lots of hugs and kisses along the way. If someone says he is slow just send them my way and I will pound on them for you...
2007-03-05 10:52:52 · answer #7 · answered by coolhandven 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He sounds like a smart little guy. Immaginative play doesn't usuallly start until much later.
2007-03-05 10:27:02 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
He sounds like a very smart little guy!! It will be exciting to watch him grow up. best of luck to all of you.
2007-03-05 10:37:27 · answer #9 · answered by Maria b 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Boys are late walkers......he will do it when he is ready!
2007-03-05 10:22:12 · answer #10 · answered by iam4given4sure 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋