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My 13 month old started walking at 10 1/2 months her legs are getting more bow legged is this normal? she is up to date on all her well visits and vac
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Go to the Doctor: I am sorry, but we cannot comment on a child's legs and anatomy without an examination. If you have concerns then this child needs to be evaluated in person by a competent physician.
Answered 4/12/2014
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Pretty normal: Parents begin to pay more attention to leg shape after kids start to walk.Myth states they get bowed if they walk to soon, but this is myth.Kids often look bowed until 2 then at 4 start looking knock kneed, by 6 most have the straight contour that genetics gives them.
Answered 4/12/2014
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