Stair Climber

Somehow Troy has learned how to go up the stairs on his own now. He waits for me to open the baby gate, and then he’s off! Crawling up one step at a time. He waits for me at the landing to make sure I’m keeping up, and then he’s off again. When he makes it to the top, he's extremely proud of himself. I’m excited that he enjoys the exercise and exertion of climbing, because it’s developing his legs and arms...and wearing him out in the process...added dada bonus.

The only downside is that I have to remember to keep the baby gate closed at all times, because I forgot it one day, and I came around the corner to find him halfway up the stairs.  We've only worked on going up for now, but it's only a matter of time.