As your child grows, he continues to fascinate you with his little hands and feet that develop every day, right? However, during this growth process, some important questions come to mind. For example, when will my baby learn to sit? How can I help with this? What can I do to prepare my baby for sitting?
You may be full of these and similar questions, but don’t worry, you are in the right place. Here are the answers to your questions and more.
First of all, “When do babies start sitting?” It is not possible to give a clear answer to the question. Every baby develops at a different pace, so it is difficult to set a clear time frame for sitting.
When Should Babies Start When They Are Ready to Sit?
First of all, a baby’s body muscles must be developed enough to be able to sit. Babies must be able to sit, hold their heads up and maintain their balance. To gain these skills, it is important that the neck, back and abdominal muscles are strengthened. When your baby acquires these skills, he or she can start sitting and you can enjoy watching this process.
What Can You Do to Prepare Your Baby for Sitting?
There are some things you can do to prepare your baby for sitting. It is especially important to strengthen the neck, back and abdominal muscles. For this purpose, you can start by laying the baby on his back. In this position, your baby will try to lift his head, want to see around him and move his arms and legs. In this way, neck, back and abdominal muscles will work and develop.
Your baby may get bored of lying on his back, so keep in touch. You can make this process fun by talking or singing to him. In this way, your baby will continue his muscle development without getting bored.
Other activities are also available to prepare the baby for sitting. For example, you can have your baby sit facing the mother or father’s chest. Or you can help the baby sit by placing supports around him. In the beginning, your baby may not be able to sit upright for a long time and may constantly slide to the side, but over time he will learn to sit.
You can use toys to make your baby like to sit. You can attract your baby’s attention and encourage him to try sitting by placing various toys in front of him. Moreover, if you play games with him, this experience will become more fun for him.
When Should You Sit the Baby?
Each baby’s sitting process is different and muscle development depends on individual differences. However, it is generally observed that babies start to sit around the 4th month. During this period, you can help your baby sit by placing supports on his back or sides.
How Do You Know If Your Baby Is Ready to Sit Without Support?
Your baby’s ability to sit without support usually occurs between the 6th and 8th months. But every baby is different, so you have to be patient. You can observe whether your baby has this ability.
For example, if your baby can lift his head when lying on his back or hold his head up while sitting with support, he may be ready to sit without support. From this point you can begin to slowly remove the supports. Your baby will now try to sit without support and you will be able to watch this process with pleasure.
Should You Consult a Specialist If Your Baby Delays Sitting?
Every baby’s development is different, and some babies complete their muscle development more slowly. So don’t worry if your baby can’t sit up at 4 months old. This process may take longer for some babies, even up to 9 months. At this point you should remain calm and continue to observe your baby.
However, if your baby cannot hold his head up around the 4th month or cannot sit still by the 9th month, you should consult a specialist. You should act according to the recommendations of the specialist doctor. It is always a better option to act under the guidance of a specialist rather than trying treatment on your own.
Remember, every baby’s development is different and each grows at its own pace. So be patient and take a personalized approach to your baby’s needs.
When Can Your Baby Sit in the Car Seat?
When it comes to traveling with babies, safety is always paramount. Babies can be shaken during travel or need to be protected in case of an unexpected accident. Therefore, babies should be placed in the appropriate car seat, taking into account their age and weight.
Especially babies up to the age of 1 should be seated facing backwards in the car seat. In addition, babies weighing between 0-10 kilograms should be in a lying position in the car seat. This position is safer since bone and muscle development has not yet progressed sufficiently in this period.
When the baby turns 1 year old and bone and muscle development is sufficiently advanced, you can use the car seat facing forward. You can generally use the car seat until the age of 7, but this process may vary depending on the individual development of the babies.
