Hi, if anyone ever come to this again and wondering how all those babies are doing, I don't know how they are doing but I am one of those kids my mom said. I did not reach for any toys, no interest in moving my limbs and body, I didn't roll over until maybe 10 month old, I didn't crawl. I was that lazy baby. My mom said she could put a hot glass of water in front of me and nothing happens. Cuz I wouldn't reach for anything. BUT nothing was wrong with me physically and mentally. I am in fact very good with using my hands brain together. I draw, sew, cook, knit, and was also very good with sports and very competitive as a kid. I started walking on time and my mom said that ever since I started walking, they couldn't catch me anymore. I was the baby who wanted to do everything on my own like wearing clothes, eating foods, and even insisted on wiping my own butt. Now my son is the exact same as I was my mom said. So try not to worry much.
I would like to please know hoe everyone's child is doing. Exact symptoms with our baby boy. Over 7 months now, though he was born preterm. 2 months earlier.
TIA
Hello, I'm sorry to both you after such a long time but my six month old daughter is having the same problems as your little girl and I wondered how she was doing now? Any advice would be much appreciated because as you can imagine I'm passed myself with worry. Thank you
Can I ask how everyone's child is progressing? X
Hello there,
Yes. MRI was normal. Did you have to get MRI results, and anything concerning? If you can share your phone number (in private message, if you prefer), we can call you. Thank you for responding.
We are also doing a hearing test again (we have had some recent concerns around that.)
Did you get the MRI results yet?
My daughter is 6 months old: exact same story. Perfect pregnancy and delivery. She does not grab or hold toys, hates tummy time, does not roll over, does not do minu push-up, will not each baby food. Sounds like your child is the mirror of mine. We are seeing a neurologist on Thursday.
Wow, I can see why you are concerned! I think your doctor needs to pull in some specialists to help out. I really hope things work out ok for you and the baby. Keep in touch. Good luck!
LO is a little more than 6 months old. Not reaching for anything, she is not comfortable in any position except laying in her back. Rubs her eyes / faces constantly if moved or held. (unless being fed). Baby is not willing to try any food, does not cry / babble except just grunting sounds. (Sorry, I am not typing in a very comprehensive way, just so nervous). Barely lifts her head on tummy time (we have tried a lot over the last few months). Mom is home full time. There was no issues in pregnancy. It was the easiest / smoothest pregnancy / delivery ever (all natural, no drugs). Doctor says she has not seen a case like this before. We are waiting for MRI (blood tests have been normal so far, muscle tone is ok) She is not floppy in her limbs. But, does not have desire to use limbs and does not have any control over any movements. We have started to notice increasing tremors / fussiness (but she settles if mom grabs her and starts to feed).
How about giving us some information about YOUR child. How old? Problems during pregnancy? What kind of stimulation does she get - is mom home with her all day?
Hello, Can anyone please respond and let us know some insights about how you found next steps to take? We are really worried about our kid right now.
Hello there,
We are dealing with the exact same symptoms. We are currently in UK (moved from US), and are considering going back to US to get better diagnosis / care. Can you please share where you are based and what sort of tests / diagnosis you have tried, and any help you are able to get? The process in UK seems very slow, and take the patient approach.
Any thoughts are much appreciated.
Cheers.
Hi Maurijo,
We are going through the same thing right now. Still waiting for the early intervention but I'm so concerned! How are you doing? Any updates? Thanks :)
I know this is years later but did you ever get a second opinion? My daughter is 6 months old and your post describes her perfectly. We are in the process of getting a second opinion and doing OT/PT referral. Would love to hear how your daughter is doing and any advice you have would be greatly appreciated.
Honestly, if you are that concerned then you should go back to your pediatrician. If your gut is telling you something is off, then follow it. If your pediatrician doesn't listen to your concerns, then get a second opinion.
Those milestones and benchmarks can cause parents to panic, but they are just an average. Of course, something may be wrong. That is always a possibility, but it is also possible that everything is OK.
My little ones both could roll over until well after they were sitting. According to those checklists, they should have been rolling months earlier than they did. Still, both were walking by 12 months (the younger by 10 months). Don't panic, but if you feel that strongly then pursue it. You have nothing to lose by getting another opinion.
I have read your post twice and I really cannot see that she is behind ,I would speak to your Doctor regarding your concerns ,.
Thank you for taking the time out to comment; but I'm really concerned there is something wrong here. I think the milestone for reaching & grabbing is 3 months. She is now 6 months and still not doing these things which is quite a delay.
I'd really appreciate more advice please.
Thanks -
It sounds like you have done your research!
Honestly, as hard as it is, I wouldn't worry too much yet. To me, it doesn't sound like she is too far off, and her abilities fall within the realm of typical. I would have thought low tone possibly, but you seem to have ruled that out.
If I were you, I would mention your concerns to the ped, but I suspect he will tell you everything is OK. In the meantime, over the next few months, just keep an eye on her and play with her- do activities that playfully develop those skills (which I am sure you are doing). They also have tummy time activity centers that may help. In particular I am thinking of a raised platform (lamaze ladybug tummy time) that takes some of the weight off the arms and allows the child to spin and reach. You don't have to run out and get it, but if you have some extra $ and are concerned you can get some things like that.