How Sitting Affects Developmental Milestones
Oct 27, 2026
“W SITTING” vs. “SIDE SITTING”
"W Sitting"
1. Painful
2. Locks the pelvis
3. Creates tunnel vision
4. Prevents child from crossing midline
5. Activates abdominal muscles
6. They are stuck in their body; therefore, they are stuck in what they are doing
"Side Sitting"
1. The child is in neutral and can move in all directions
2. Child can interact with their environment