Don't Miss These 7 Signs of Motor Delays in Your One-Year-Old

When a child is one year old, there are several signs we look for as Occupational Therapists that may indicate a motor delay. In this video you'll learn what those signs of possible delays are and how to spot them.

These signs don't necessarily mean a delay is present. But they do indicate that further assessment may be needed to determine if your little one is experiencing a delay. Identifying motor delays early helps reduce the amount of treatment needed, as well as the intensity of that treatment, so the earlier you can identify a delay, the better the outcomes for your child. And because you probably spend more time with your child than anyone else, you’re in the best position to notice these red flags early on.

Remember, there's no need to panic if you do notice any of these signs - they simply indicate the possibility of a motor delay, and the next step should be to take your little one for further assessment by a health professional to determine whether or not a delay does exist and what, if any, action is needed.

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00:00 - 01:35 - First Sign Of A Possible Motor Delay
01:36 - 02:16 - Second Sign of A Possible Motor Delay
02:16 - 02:42 - Third Sign Of A Possible Motor Delay
02:43 - 02:59 - Fourth Sign Of A Possible Motor Delay
03:00 - 03:19 - Fifth Sign Of A Possible Motor Delay
03:20 - 04:05 - Sixth Sign Of A Possible Motor Delay
04:06 - 05:04 - Seventh Sign Of A Possible Motor Delay

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[whitemageFFXI]

My little one was born full term at 39 weeks and weighed 5lbs 10oz. At 9 months, he was diagnosed with gross motor skill delay because he wasn't rolling yet. At that time, he started physical therapy. Fast forward to now, he's 20m and very mobile, but not walking yet. He's had many, many screenings for various conditions and so far, we haven't found any underlying issue causing the delay, though he hasn't been screened for autism yet. I can't help but worry constantly, but for me, having the physical therapist's assessment every single week has been the most comforting. Just sharing my experience.

Edit: My LO started walking at 22 months!

[Taiphen]

Sharing our experience to calm someone's heart out there. Our baby, by 12m was NOT pulling himself up, taking up a variety of sitting positions and rarely was able to sit up by himself (he did learn this skill by the end of the 12th month) He's 21mo and he's perfectly fine. One day he just let go and started running! xD Our doctor said everything was fine, just to give him another month or so. And yes, everything went well and he reached the milestones. That said, like Emma shared, it's a POSSIBLE sign. It doesn't hurt to check with your pediatrician if the baby is ok :)

[kateg]

I had to advocate heavily for my son. When he was 9 months I noticed he had a dominate hand and the other was fisted, he wasn't sitting up and would fall over if I put him in sitting until about 12 months and his right arm was ridgid. I put him in physio immediately and then at 10 months he was diagnosed with CP. I learned that there are different levels of CP and his is mild. He is now doing really well, he'll likely walk around 18 months. To all the families that are watching this and worried like I was, just keep pushing for a diagnosis and services. Meet your child where they are and embrace their pace while helping them with their exercises. You can do this! We're just at the start of our journey.

[crepesuzette]

You've always been a good angel to my family Emma Hubbard. My Willa is now 8 months and has been doing well thanks to you ♥️. Learning from every video with your comprehensive explanations changed our lives for the better. For that my family and I are grateful to you Emma Hubbard. Thank you! ❤❤❤

[AussieAngeS]

My son was delayed in milestones and this alarmed me as I continued to worry. He has global developmental delay and is receiving therapy for his delays. He is slowly progressing nicely, it’s been a journey.

[bliblablubb]

1:19 is that a vape the baby is staring at? 😂

[jfcdisguy]

Been doing therapy since she was born and there are still so many red flags. I'm losing strength and hope.

[Crustenscharbap]

These are signs. It can be a delay. In Germany we have the U5 (5th check up) at age of 11-13 months. The doctor will check that professional.

[torib]

My daughter had 3 bleeds on the brain when she was born she has physio once a month she's 18 months old she can't stand crawl or walk yet 😢but she's a fab roller and she bum shuffles

[NoorShahidA]

Hi Emma, thank you so much for such an informative video! I’m very concerned about my son 😔. He’s 9 months old. He’s able to grasp onto toys - big and small - analyse them and transfer them from one hand to another. He has started to use his hands to push up onto his feet, and does open his hands for other activities also, however when he’s not doing something which requires the use of his hands, he keeps at least one clenched. Is this normal? I await your good response. Thank you so much!

[raihaanahmulyadi]

My son is going to be 12 months next month, but is 8 months adjusted now since he was born prematurely at 30w. He is doing great, he is already crawling and pushing himself to stand. But I am concerned with the last point you made in the video about fine motor skills. He could pinch small objects with his two fingers but when eating he tends to use his whole hand and put it in. Also, he likes taking out objects out of containers but not putting inside. Should I worry?
Also how to direct him to do what you say in the last point? Thank you very much

[Crazee]

Do you have a video for toy suggestions for toddlers? I cant find them via search

[kishorejaju]

Hi Dr. We are not able to download Milestone chart from your website or given link in about page.

[_Becx]

My daughter was born at 34 weeks and just turned 1 on March 22nd but isn't 1 corrected until 2nd May (thay was my due date) she's getting there with sitting but still needs assistance and can kind of army crawl but she can't get on all 4s yet without assistance, she also has a chromosome deletion with mild hypotonia so that puts a spin on thingd as well, can I ask when should they be clapping and those sorts of milestones? And do I go by corrected age with these milestones?

[santoshipasalapudi]

My son is 15months old and he is not communicating yet what shall I do ..

[neenurajan]

My 6 nd half months old baby still didn't situp by himself but, sits only with support. And I am little scared about it....what should I do.?plz give me a suggestion.

[dharmacharinipasadanandi]

Do you have any suggestions for helping twins development, that doesn't mean they sit in a recliner for a lot of time, where you are the sole parent? Is there a floor position or set up that gets around only having 2 arms:) ?

[winnykerubo]

My 16 month old son sits on w position but at times gets to normal sitting position .what worries me most he has not started walking but he can pull himself to stand on furniture.he can walk round the house holding on something

[huniebeee]

My 11 months old is delayed in every single one of these 😬

[salmaaguilar]

My baby is almost 4 months and he keeps his hands on fist, he will grab if he give it to him