Standing and Walking: Our Favorite Toys for Encouraging Gross Motor Development

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Standing and Walking: Our Favorite Toys for Encouraging Gross Motor Development

Last, but not least, here is a list of some of our favorite toys to promote standing and walking. Check out some of our other recommendations to encourage tummy time, sitting, and crawling. Taylor did NOT enjoy standing for a long time. I think she felt extremely unstable and she tends to be a bit cautious in general These particular toys kept her engaged and interested while in standing and really motivated her to be on her feet!

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Crawling: Our Favorite Toys for Encouraging Gross Motor Development

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Crawling: Our Favorite Toys for Encouraging Gross Motor Development

We’ve covered our favorite toys for encouraging tummy time and sitting, and now we move on to crawling. Crawling requires significant strength and coordination, as well as the ability to plan and execute movement, also known as motor planning. Crawling is going to improve core strength and postural control, as well as strengthen muscles in the shoulders, arms, and hands.

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Sitting: Our Favorite Toys for Encouraging Gross Motor Development

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Sitting: Our Favorite Toys for Encouraging Gross Motor Development

It will take several months to build up the strength and coordination for your little one to sit. I was so excited when Taylor was able to sit up (even propped) as it seemed to give her a new view of the world and she became even more engaged. The items that will be listed below were particularly helpful for us as Taylor made the transition to sitting independently.

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Tummy Time: Our Favorite Toys For Encouraging Gross Motor Development

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Tummy Time: Our Favorite Toys For Encouraging Gross Motor Development

I have received a few requests to share some of our favorite toys for encouraging gross motor development. As a result, I’ll be doing a series of posts over the next week highlighting some of our favorite toys! The options below will work well for neurotypical children, as well as children with developmental delays.

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