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9 month old heavily relying on one arm

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sofeezee · 20/07/2021 18:42

My 9 month old rolls only on the one side the vast majority of the time. He struggles to go from front to back on the other side. He has started a bit of a commando crawl but is only using the one side of his body (the one he rolls onto). Is this a cause for concern?

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Are your children’s vaccines up to date?
lompolo · 20/07/2021 19:00

Not necessarily, but speak to your GP or health visitor as IF there is an issue early intervention can help

Vicky1989x · 20/07/2021 20:22

When my DD started commando crawling she would only favour one side too, using only 1 arm and 1 leg (I even started a thread about it 😂) - but sure enough after a few weeks she started crawling properly. But if you’re concerned, talk to your HV!

NuffSaidSam · 20/07/2021 20:53

Does he use both arms to play/reach for things/feed himself?

If he does, then it's unlikely to be a problem. If he is showing consistent weakness on one side then I would make an appointment to see your GP. Film him in action so you have something to show the GP too.

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