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Oh, Those Toddlers!

3 Big Reasons to Celebrate Your Little One

By Alexandria Powell

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Here's a taste of what you can look forward to as your toddler grows! Keep in mind that all toddlers develop at their own pace, and these milestones are only intended to give a general idea of what to expect. However, if you have concerns about your toddler's development, do consult your pediatrician.

By 14 months, your child may be:

  • Walking alone (if an accomplished walker, may be learning to run).
  • Able to stack two blocks.
  • Speaking one to six words (other than "mama" and "dada").
  • Able to respond to single-step verbal commands.

By 16 months, your child may be:

  • Able to drink from a cup.
  • Scribbling.
  • Pointing to things she wants or needs.
  • Imitating activities, especially those of adults or older children.
  • Beginning to understand limits.

By 18 months, your child may be:

  • Climbing.
  • Able to feed himself with a spoon or fork.
  • Able to identify his nose, eyes and mouth.
  • Speaking at least 15 words (other than "mama" and "dada").
  • Beginning to join words into short sentences.

By 20 months, your child may be:

  • Able to walk up steps.
  • Referring to herself by name.
  • Showing an interest in caring for herself.
  • Able to remove some clothing.
  • Able to point out a picture in a book.

By 24 months, your child may be:

  • Speaking around 50 words.
  • Able to be understood about half the time when speaking.
  • Able to kick and throw a ball.
  • Able to build a tower up to six blocks high.
  • Able to put on a piece of clothing.

By 36 months, your child may be:

  • Able to dress and undress himself.
  • Socializing well with others.
  • Using pronouns ("I", "her," "yours").
  • Able to pedal a tricycle.
  • Ready to begin toilet training.
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