Toddler Development
As a parent, the toddler years can be both an exciting and challenging time. Toddlers are full of energy, curiosity, and exploration as they learn more about themselves and their world.Toddler development is rapid and includes physical, cognitive, social, and emotional milestones.
This category provides everything you need to know about what to expect in the toddler years – from milestones to health & safety tips – so you can feel confident in providing your child with all the tools for success during this important stage of development.
Milestones
18 Month Milestones
- Walk Alone
- Might climb stairs
- Might run
- Eat with a spoon
- Drink from a cup
- Say up to 10 words
- Follow simple instructions
- scribble with a crayon
18 months Social and Emotional Milestones
- Separation anxiety
- Toddler Sleep Problems
- Fear of Strangers
- Temper Tantrums
- Pretend Play
24 Month Milestones
- Kicks a ball
- Run
- He walks up and down the stairs while holding on
- Knows the names of body parts
- Says sentences with 2-4 words
- Take off an item of clothing
- Points to objects or pictures when named
- Builds tower of 4 blocks
24 months Social and Emotional Milestones
- Shows more independence
- Plays beside other children
- Might begin to play with other children
36 Month Milestones
- Brush teeth
- Throw a ball overhead
- Identify four pictures
- Speak and be understood half the time
- They might be able to balance on each foot for 2 seconds.
36 months Social and Emotional Milestones
- Bossiness
- Teasing
Toddler Care
Infant care and toddler care are quite different. First, toddlers need more independence, so you must give your toddler a safe environment to explore and learn.
Toddler care includes:
- Dental Care
- Toddler Hygiene
- Potty Training
Toddler Eating and Nutrition
Toddlers have smaller stomachs than adults. Therefore, they need to eat more frequent meals and snacks throughout the day.
Toddlers should be offered a variety of healthy foods at each meal. This includes grains, dairy, fruits and vegetables, proteins, and fats. Toddlers need to get adequate nutrition for their growth and development.
- Toddler Feeding Basics
- Toddler Nutrition Tips
- Picky eater Tips
- Toddler-Friendly Meals and Snacks
Toddler Sleep
Good sleep is essential for a toddler’s health and development. Toddlers need 10-14 hours of sleep each day. Toddler bedtime routines should be consistent and include calming activities such as reading stories, bathing or cuddling with parents.
This category includes:
- Toddler Sleep Basics
- Toddler Sleep Trouble Shooting Tips
- Toddler Nighttime Routine
- Toddler Morning Routine
Learning and Play
Learning through play is an integral part of a toddler’s development. Toddlers learn best by playing with activities that are interactive and hands-on. As a result, they develop their language, social, motor, and problem-solving skills.
Toddler Development
Comprehend your toddler’s growth and behavior to better foster communication with them. As they are rapidly growing, so are their developmental capabilities. Knowing what delays your toddler may be experiencing can help you understand how to interact effectively with them in a meaningful way that encourages positive progress.
Toddler Gear
Buying the right gear for your toddler can be overwhelming, from strollers to car seats. Knowing what items your toddler needs can be difficult with so many options on the market. This category includes reviews of essential toddler gear and recommendations for choosing the best.
