Doctors say that the "motor activity" of the baby is almost zero.What does this mean? By "motor activity" is the ability of the kid to hold his head, turn over, sit down, crawl, walk. The child's mastery of these skills in a certain sequence is called the "chain of motor activity".
Each age stage of child development corresponds to its link in this chain. For example, in 1.5-2 months, most babies begin to hold their head, at 3-4 months - turn over from the back to the stomach, at 6-7 months - sit with the support of the hands, at 7-9 months - sit without support, get up on legs, crawl, in 10-12 months there are skills of independent walking. Of course, these figures are arbitrary. In practice, it is not uncommon for babies, bypassing the crawl phase, begin to walk. Or they crawl, not knowing how to sit on their own. Each child is individual and has its own development schedule. Nevertheless, it is generally accepted that the age period from 7 to 9 months is considered the peak of development of motor skills in infants. At this age there is an active buildup of the muscles of the toddlers, strengthening joints and ligaments, forming a large number of new nerve cells and endings. Also this period is characterized by the increased ability to copy and repeat everything seen and heard. There is a so-called knowledge of themselves and the surrounding world, the further formation of the speech apparatus, the improvement of the development of fine motor skills. Therefore, it is very important at this time to monitor the timely formation of the infant's motor skills, to help him, gradually developing his physical and intellectual abilities.
It is important to learn
Crawling is one of the most important stages in the development of the child. During training, crawling is stimulated by an increase in motor activity and, as a consequence, neuro-psychological development. Physiologically, the muscles of the back, shoulder girdle, arms and legs of the baby are strengthened. Increased mobility of the vertebrae and flexibility of the intervertebral ligaments - the muscles and spinal cord ligaments are trained for the "straight" (walking) stage and balance retention is trained. dad get where he wants.In the development of infants timely crawling is given a lot of attention.For a child it is much more useful first to learn how to crawl, and then already - to sit down and get up s.
If your baby at the age of 7-8 months does not attempt to master this skill, then it is advisable to push him to it. Please note that it is impossible to force or provoke a child to crawl, because the term has just come. The baby will crawl only when he is ready for it. When interest in the movement awakens in it, there will appear a desire to move around, approach and view surrounding things, touch objects. This is the basis of parental assistance to the leisurely "slider." You need to interest the kid, let him feel the freedom of movement and movement. Sitting in his crib or arena, the child will most likely never learn to crawl, as there is nowhere to crawl! It is limited in space and has no incentive to try to develop a new motor skill.If it is important for you to have a normal physical development of adored crumbs, do not isolate it from the world.Let yourself decide the questions - where, The results will not be long in coming, you should not be surprised and worried if your baby started to crawl, but it's somehow strange. There are a lot of ways to crawl: "Crawling", "frog", " "Caterpillar", you can crawl sideways, back, using jumping or slipping technique. The kid will choose any of them or come up with his own, the most optimal and convenient for him. Do not worry, sooner or later all "sliders master the correct technique of crawling -" cross ", when one hand is paired with the opposite leg.
Sports Space
So, you are determined to teach crumbs to crawl. Then be patient and pay attention to a few simple tips.
Increase the space for movement. Even in a small apartment, try to create a free corner for unhindered travel. An excellent starting line - a long corridor or a way to the kitchen: while crawling back and forth ... In a word, physical education! No dirt and dust! Regularly clean. Daily wash the floor and wipe the dust, vacuuming and cleaning carpets more often, once a week - a global cleaning. Try not to use chemicals where there is often a baby. After cleaning, hide all the rags and bottles of chemistry, very soon they will become the dangerous purpose of your crumbs.
Lay around the baby his toys at a visual distance. Wherever he turns, there will be some bait in front of his eyes. You will only have to choose a crumb. Do not rush, give the desired object, wait for the child's attempts to approach. Then praise the baby, explain that he does everything right and (attention!) Move the child closer to the toy, and not vice versa - as is usually done.
Go on a visit or invite your parents with babies who already know how to crawl actively. The sense of ownership and the desire "I also want so and there" will certainly push "netoropyzhku" to action - kids quickly adopt the skills from other children.
Pay attention to the surface on which the baby will crawl. It should not be too hard or too soft. It is desirable that there are no protrusions and depressions. To improve the quality of crawling along the parquet floor, reducing painful sensations and lowering the shock load on your knees, lay a child's rug or usual blanket. Still it is possible to sew knee pads from a dense non-slip material to home pants of a beginner "slider".
Do not interfere
Do not overload the child with unnecessary and uncomfortable clothing. It is useless to teach the crumb to move if he is dressed like a cabbage. Diapers, tight panties, sliding socks, long blouses will not add speed. If the room is warm, wear your baby easily, just one body and sliders. Comfortable nosochki with a rubberized sole - in them the kid will be easier to push off feet from the floor.
Be a baby
Remember that the best way to teach a child something is to explain and show everything by example. So, dear parents, wear knee pads, get on all fours and - forward to mastering the apartment space. Moreover, from such an angle you will see the details of your home that are not visible before and you will find things that you have lost for a long time.
On charging!
Pay great attention to massage and exercises for a child in one year, contributing to the development of crawling skills. It is also useful to conduct a relaxing massage (stroking movements and rubbing all involved muscles).
5-10 minutes 2-3 times a day
Spreading the baby on his stomach, place a small tight roller (from a towel) under his tummy. The diameter of the roller should be such that the baby is comfortable. There should not be a preponderance of the head or buttock back and forth. Gently pull the child back and forth for the legs so that he understands the possibility and ease of movement with a raised belly.
Crawl with push-away by hand
Holding and lightly pushing the baby's feet with one hand, with the other hand hold it under the belly, lifting it upwards, helping the baby. Toy, lying in front of him, gradually remove. Encourage the child to creep forward, but do not do it for him.
2-3 times I.p .: lying on the stomach. Take the child by the brush. First, pull your hands forward until you are fully straightened. Slightly lift the head and the body of the baby over the table. Then start pulling your hands apart, slowly bending at the elbows. Pull the handles back and forth until the blades come closer.
8-12 times by each limb
I.p .: lying on the stomach. Start with the flexion and extension of the legs. Holding the lower leg of the baby with your hands, grapple them with your fingers just above the ankle joints. Alternately bend and unbend the knees of the left and right legs. The working thighs should also be pressed to the sides (the position of the feet by the "frog") or to the center of the abdomen (the legs together), lifting the pelvis upwards. Then go to the bend of the arms: grasp the forearm of the baby just above the wrist. In this palm, the crumbs should slide on the surface of the table or the floor, unclenching in the jaws, and all movements mimic the present crawl. Accompany the exercise with the team and the score: "Crawl, one, two, three, four." Lifting the body behind the brush of straightened arms.
2-3 times I.p .: lying on the stomach. With one hand, take the baby for the brush. Pull them forward until they are fully straightened. Then, continuing to stretch, start lifting your arms up until your shoulders and chest are torn from the surface of the table. With the other hand, hold the crumb in the middle of the back. Fix this position for 2-3 seconds. Gently return to the i.p.
Exercise is performed along the long edge of the table or sofa. Take the baby in his arms, holding it over the surface in a horizontal position. One hand is under the chest, and the other is under the belly and thighs. At the same time, while holding the baby under the breast, your brush should be strongly extended. The thumb is bent vertically, and is in the middle of the chest, the other fingers fix the baby in the armpit.
Creating the effect of walking on the hands, push the hands of the baby with his brush, alternately pushing the left then the right one. After reaching the opposite end, stretch the kid back so that his straightened hands slip on the surface of the table or sofa.
2-3 times I.p .: lying on the back. Take the child by the hands (arms bent at the elbows). Lightly pull on them, but do not lift the baby yourself. Wait for the baby to sit. Spread his hands apart. Continue to hold the baby, watch the even position of his back. Gently return to the ip, holding your head.
4-5 times I.p .: lying on the back. Hold the lower leg of the baby with both hands. In this case, the thumbs are on the side of the back surface of the shin, and all the others - keep the knees, not letting the legs bend. Take your straight legs slowly to a 90 degree angle. Also smoothly return to the ip. Do not forget about the turns from the back to the abdomen and back, massages and exercises for the child in one year, "scissors" with hands and feet, boxing movements and circular strokes of the tummy and the back of the baby.