How to Get a 15-Month-Old to Walk

While some babies are eager to get moving by their first birthdays, others take a more laid-back approach when learning how to walk. It is normal for your child to take up walking later than others, especially if she was premature. Several strategies can help your child learn to walk, and your little one's pediatrician might also have tips on how to get your baby up and off the floor.

Instructions

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      Avoid putting shoes on your little one until he learns how to walk without them. Shoes can affect your toddler's balance and coordination, which can interfere with learning to walk, according to BabyCenter.com.

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      Give your tyke plenty of time to explore and move around. Standing or kneeling several inches away from her, offering your hands as support can help baby learn to walk, according to BabyCenter.com. Give plenty of positive praise and encouragement if she cannot walk to you yet. Scolding her can make learning to walk an unpleasant activity.

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      Provide opportunities to practice walking. You can fill a large basket with your toddler's toys and show him how to push it around the room, according to the Zero to Three website. Putting a desired object several inches away from your tyke might also give him encouragement to move toward it.

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      Allow your toddler to walk to you unaided after she masters walking to you with support.

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