Should I be encouraging my son to sit up if he keeps trying to sit up himself? Or is he too young? He is 8 weeks.

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His trunk and head still need to be supported. But propping up with support behind him is ok

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They all try, nothing wrong with propping him up

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Our daughter could sit up assisted at that age no problem and was sitting unassisted by 4 months. We always promoted her growth and development and allowed her to do those things at her own pace. It's not necessary to hold them back.

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No, their bones are like jelly right now.  You'll do more harm if you bear weight on their bones.  This was how it was explained to me by a physical therapist.

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But don’t use a bumbo seat, they are no good for babies back/hip/spine.

Should I be encouraging my son to sit up if he keeps trying to sit up himself? Or is he too young? He is 8 weeks.

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