#asktheexperts my baby girl is 21 months old now and she is walking on her toes, I hope it is fine right?

A. Toe-walking in toddlers, like your 21-month-old daughter, can be quite common and is often a phase many children go through as they learn to walk. In most cases, it is nothing to worry about, and many children outgrow it by the age of 2 or 3 as their muscles and motor skills develop. When to Be Concerned: You should consider consulting a pediatrician if: 1. Consistent Toe-Walking: If your baby always walks on her toes and does not walk flat-footed at all. 2. Limited Range of Motion: If she has difficulty putting her heels on the ground when you try to encourage her to walk flat-footed. 3. Developmental Delays: If there are other signs of delayed motor or speech development. 4. Stiffness or Tightness: If her calves or ankles seem stiff, or if she shows discomfort while walking. What You Can Do: Encourage Walking Flat-Footed: Encourage her to walk flat-footed by playing games that involve standing still, like balancing or stomping. Monitor: Keep an eye on her walking pattern to see if she begins to walk more normally over time. If toe-walking persists beyond the age of 2 or 3, or if you notice any of the above concerns, it's a good idea to get a professional evaluation to rule out conditions like tight Achilles tendons or neuromuscular disorders. However, for most toddlers, this is a temporary phase that resolves naturally.