
04/06/2025
Helpful information about W sitting
Why the w-sitting position can be a problem for some kids…
When a child prefers to sit in the w-sitting position, it can be a sign of poor muscle tone. Their body has to adjust to a comfortable sitting position to stabilize their…
💪Core
💪Trunk
💪Posture
Kids who have one or more retained Primitive Reflexes may also sit in this position as a way to compensate for the retention.
As a result, you may find the child having a hard time with:
🤔Slouching in their chair
🤔Poor eye-hand coordination
🤔Clumsy handwriting
🤔Attention and focus issues
To find out additional signs and what can happen to the body and learning development with retained Primitive Reflexes that can cause w-sitting, comment “W Sitting” and we’ll send you the link.