The skills needed to stand don't happen overnight, but you can be proactive
when helping your baby stand. Skip buying a walker—according to the Academy
of Pediatrics, they're safety hazards that actually eliminate the desire to walk.
Instead, give your baby a leg up with activities that'll strengthen his legs and
give him the freedom he needs to develop standing skills.

1. Exercise. Physical activities make for quality one-on-one time. You may be
tempted to pull your little one to standing position with his hands, but the
ideal support should be around his chest. According to Zervas, this
approach is more developmentally beneficial. "By providing support in the
trunk you are allowing them to use and strengthen the muscles in their
trunk which they use to balance."

2. Bounce. Your little one is a ball of energy, so take advantage of that
bounciness! Place your baby's legs on your lap and encourage him to
bounce up and down, while you support him. Music will make this even
more fun, since most babies love syncing their rhythmic movement to the
beats. This will allow him to build leg muscles, practice shifting his weight
from one leg to the other, and hone some serious dance floor skills.

3. Let him loose. Floor time is crucial to learning to stand, so let him explore.
When you give him the freedom to move around, chances are he'll take it,
reaching out for objects he can pull himself onto, whether it be a table or
chair. If he does reach out for support, make sure the object is free of
sharp edges, properly weighted down or securely attached to the floor or
wall, so it can't injure him.

4. Peek-a-boo. Who doesn't love a game of peek-a-boo? Make it even more
productive when he's in his crib. Hide behind the bumper or a blanket and
ask, "Where's Mommy?" Chances are, your baby will love to play—and may
even try to pull himself up by the railing to find you. Even if he's not strong
enough to hoist himself up yet, you're sure to get a rewarding giggle.

5. Encourage with toys. Toys are bright, loud and designed to attract children
—so let your tiny tot's trinkets do the work for you. Try placing a toy out of
his reach to motivate him to move, or place his favorite blocks on top of a
low table so he's forced to pull himself up to reach them. Stay close by in
case he teeters and totters, and childproof any pointed table corners to be
safe.

6. Play with others. It's healthy for babies to be around their peers, so set up
a play date or attend your local library's toddler activities to cultivate your
little one's curiosity about other kids. If he watches other babies pulling
themselves up and standing on their own, he might imitate what he sees.

7. Cheer him on. Be your child's biggest cheerleader. Every time your baby
manages to stand, be sure to cheer him on. Encouragement goes a long
way, so by giving a clap, a smile and a few words of encouragement, you'll
be supporting a positive self-concept, and providing him the opportunity to
be proud of his accomplishments.

Source: www​.education.com/.../baby-stand-up/