What's really wrong with my 6 Month old son?

Question

I am very worried about my son, he has not been reaching his development milestones. He shows no interest in toys, he does not hold anything (except fingers). He does not track movements, he seldom looks towards voices & noises. He has attempted rolling but has never done it. he's not feeding from a spoon. He smiles and does 'talk' with us when we play with him, he does not hold up his head. We took him to the doctor and he referred us to a speacialist, but this waiting is unberable.

Answer 1

what country are you from?

I maybe able to help you with support services and who to see, depending what country you are from.

When do u see a specialist?

From my child development experience and qualifications, at 6 month most children are exploring their world but if they are not, it does not mean there is something wrong with them.

It can be due to a few things - personilty, environment , etc.

Remember when a book or person says they should be doing something at this age, it is only a guide or average.

You can get extemes on both ends of the scale.

I know a 9 month old that is walking on her own already. That is not average. But people dont question - is there something wrong with her.

Your son maybe at the other end of the scale.

But child/babies who are slower in development does not mean this will be like this throughout life. Often something will just tick over and bam they catch up to norms.

I understand your concerns, but wait until you see someone who can see your son before you worry to much. I know it will be hard and the wait will seem a life time.

But seeing a specailist is a good idea, for peace of mind or if there is some health concern.

Please msg back and let me know how your specialist appointment goes.

Answer 2

I can understand your concerns. No parent wants to think  the worst for their child.

Be patient, that's all you can do. The specialist will get the answers you seek.

Will say a pray for you and your little one that  all is well.

Answer 3

No one can answer this for you. I am sorry for your pain and anguish though. I hope all the best for you and your son!

Answer 4

Sorry hun but it's really best to wait for the experts because the people on here will be just guessing and are likely to worry you even further.

Hang on in there.

Answer 5

i don't know what is wrong if anything at all,he might just want to take his time. whatever it is i wish you your son and your family well and the important thing is you have him and he recognises you and he loves you. good luck xx

Answer 6

So in the long run, you're gonna have a slow son. Stop worrying, embrace it. I have a lot of slow friends, and they are the funniest people to be around!

Answer 7

could be autism

Answer 8

Babies have such a wide range of reaching developmental milestones, and they all have different dispositions as well - it would not be right for anyone on here to try to guess about what may or may not be wrong with your baby.   As unbearable as it must be, just wait, see the specialist, hear what s/he has to say, consider second opinions if it seems appropriate - and take it from there.

Best wishes for a good outcome.  It must be very hard for you.  Try not to imagine any worst-case scenarios. (If, by any chance, he was premature that could account for some things.)