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I was just wondering why milestones such as sitting, walking, and rolling over, developing early is a sign of giftedness. I would tend to think that early ability of muscle control, and coordination would be a better indicator of future athletic prowess. So why, if so many of our kids did these things at a younger than usual age, do they then seem to more often lag behind athletically when they get older? Any ideas?

Welcome, RR! Sorry no one caught this earlier.

Your DD sounds delightful! She must keep you very busy. At this point, I would simply say love her, follow her lead, and enjoy her. As you spend time caring for and observing her, you will learn what interests her, where she needs more opportunities to explore, and where she needs more support to grow.