16mo old walks around and around :-)?

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just curious. my 16mo old walks in circles. sometimes, she barrels towards people-- leaning forward with head down. other times, she would walk with her head tilted back. all curious walking forms done when she's happy :-). and she laughs out loud and shrieks after spinning or when she finally wraps herself around legs. was wondering if there was a "scientific" explanation for these walking behaviors or is it just "something babies do." 

do other babies do this?

avonmom · Accepted Answer

it sounds like she is just seeking sensory input. My 3 year old tends to be a "sensory seeker" and does things like spin in circles until he gets dizzy, and fall backwards on my waterbed. as long as she is not showing any other disturbing "quirks" I would not worry about it right now. For the "scientific" part, read a book called "the out of sync child"...it was a real eye opener for me.

Patra · Answer

He must be looking adorable as he does this. It will pass and he will walk straight.

Anonymous · Answer

my boy loves to walk around in cirlces he thinks its a game, i dont think you need to worry

Aakash C · Answer

just 1 explanation "he is so cute" i dont think u should worry.. he is just a kid and he is developing many skills

..................... · Answer

my son does this too..i think he just likes to make him self dizzy..because he laughs like crazy when he stops...

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16mo old walks around and around :-)?

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