What is wrong with my daughter?

Since you're seeing the doctor that's the main thing, and I don't feel the least bit comfortable making remarks on this question. Still, I can imagine how worried you are.

If her father didn't walk until 18 months that's something to keep in mind. As far as speech goes, many toddlers don't say much of anything until they're two or so, and then they just start talking.

I do know a little girl who was kind of an across-the-board late-bloomer, as her mother was; and the doctor referred the mother to a therapist who would show her how to do exercises with the little girl to encourage her development.

Don't forget, too, she could have something like a couple of different things (a late-blooming father and something like a hearing problem, for example).

I saw a program on identifying Autism in one-year-old babies, and it was showing how the babies did not make much eye contact or otherwise seem tuned in to their mothers (at least to the degree that non-Autistic babies were). If, by any chance, your little girl had even mild Autism getting it diagnosed early is important, because children who are diagnosed early can be treated quite successfully. That's something to keep in mind too.

It is said that Mozart didn't talk until he was four years old, and I think something similar is said about Einstein. Also, on www.askdrsears.com (a reputable child development site) it is mentioned that early walking isn't necessarily a sign of a child's being particularly (in their words) "thoughtful" (they are being polite). So, between all those things, walking late is not necessarily a sign of limited intellectual capacity.

Try to keep in mind that if she has some developmental delay that needs addressing she'll be getting the help she needs. There's a good chance, though, she's just not in a hurry to do some things. Try to relax. If it turns out to be something to address you'll address it. That's what parents do. Sincerest best wishes that there's no problems (or only minor ones if there are any).

My daughter was a late starter when it came to walking and my Nephew was the same as well, where as my friends son was walking before one, everyone is different. As for the talking don't worry too much it seems like aes till they start talking but once they start it happens really quickly, it's the getting them to stop that is the problem.

I am not going to tell you not to worry that would be pointless (although you shouldn't) because you will do it any way good luck everything will be fine I am sure.

I am sure dee dee is fine she is beautiful and intelegent stop worrying maybe i am no mother but watching from my sister as hers were all quick learners she made them do things on there own if they wouldnt pick up there spoon to eat then they sat there until the learned to maybe dont do so much for her and start letting her be more independent and work things out now on her own maybe it might work or not, but glad you are seeing the doctors let me know what they say and dont worry you pretty little head over it she is onle 18 months

x

HI - my youngest was much 'slower' than all the other children his age he didnt walk until he was 23 months or talk til 3 but he is absolutely fine. Your daughter sounds normal to me. I also have one with autism but he was lining things up and screaming his head off for years before he talked! Have a chat with your health visitor but try not to compare your child with others- shes very young and it sounds like your a lovely mum.

she will come on in her own sweet time, were all different. i walked at 9 months my brother 12 months my cousin was 16 months????? all different.

my brother spoke before i did wheres my cousin was nearly 3 before he said 1 single word so mamma n dadda is a good start.

try not to stress dont expect too much n then when she does stuff it will be a lovely surprise for you.

speak 2 ur health visitor if ur really worried but dont try to force her, babies can only take on 1 thing at a time. try her with her speech 1st n work on that try that for a month then her walking n then her eating habbits.

best of luck xx

Yes, different kids develop at different speeds. And, Yes again you should love her unconditionally.

But, be sure to bring her for regular check-ups and jabs. No harm in seeing the doctor occasionally.

My dad took me when I was little it just looked like I wasnt developing and then one day he said I was crawling along and just got up and started walking and I was running around for hours because I found it amazing.

I think it just all comes and some babies are late starters its nothing to worry about it will happen in time I think some babies are either lazy or are just naturally a late starter my cousin was and he's perfectly healthy

They all develop at different rates.

My little boy didnt say a word till he was two (he only made baby sounds) and i was terrified there was a problem but then one day he started saying mama and dada and now he's caught up with the other kids his age. He now actually seems a bit more advanced than some of them.

t's easy to say dont worry because as her mother it's what we do but i'm sure she'll start in her own time

She is alright and have faith.

Used your mouth to bless her as some children develop slower than others.

Is not unusal when a child starts tp walk between 24 - 28 months and these types of children are born with golden spoon and they have good life.

Trust me all are well

My nephew didn't talk fully until he was 3, My twins were late walkers Thomas was 18 months and Kylie was 14 months ...and i was 2 !

Why are people so scared that everything might be autism and please so not think i am being rude there is so much more to autism than you state here, Thomas pictured left was diagnosed with severe autism at 3 he had no speech even at three didn't even try to talk or play or interact with anyone, Please stop worrying about 'what might be' you need to just continue talking to her singing and just enjoying her while shes so young, she is only 18 months x