9 mo development

DaiLyght

I saw a little girl this weekend who was exactly 20 days older than DS. She could clap her hands, wave bye bye, give kisses on the cheek, and point to her nose (when you ask where's your nose). My DS, well, I'm pretty sure he knows his name, and he gets excited and bounces when you sing the jump up and down song. That's about it.

I know, I know, I know, I know, never compare two children. Especially not a girl to a boy. But I can't stop thinking about it, and feel like DS is behind. 

sunshiny79

I do it too, I know a baby who is 4 days younger than my youngest and she was walking 2 months ago.  He's not even standing on his own yet.

It's hard not to compare but I try to keep in mind that all kids really are different and move at their own pace. 

wellfleet04

Kate was that little girl you saw...at 9 months she was clapping, waving, pointing, could point to a few body parts, the dog, etc.  But she was not crawling and did not crawl until almost 11 months.  She just started walking this weekend and will be 18 months tomorrow.  They are all SO different and have their things they are ahead/behind at.  Kate has always been "ahead" in language and comprehension, and way behind in gross motor.  Don't worry--he's perfect!

WBs_Bride

Well, if it makes you feel any better, you can compare your DS to my 9-mo DD, who doesn't crawl, clap, or point yet. She sort of waves, and bounces up and down to music like your DS. You know, I'm not even sure she knows her name yet, either! However, the doctor says she's 100% on track with development. I know it's hard to not compare, even though you shouldn't. I keep thinking back and comparing her to DD#1, who I felt did all of that stuff the little girl in your post did at DD's age. I'm really hoping she starts crawling soon--she's close but she's got a lot of weight to support on her chubby arms and legs--she was 20 lbs at 6 months old!

excitedtobemrs

You're right...don't compare.  But we all do.

He is fine, sweetie...really.  L was the same way.  He walked early, but didn't wave until later or clap...point to his nose...all of that was late.  It was like he'd do it once & was bored of it.  He picked it back up & now (I'm a little biased) is brilliant.  You've heard the stories!

They all do things in their own time.