For your 12 to 18-month-old

  • By 13 months, about half of all babies wlak, but most still fall over if they lose momentum.
  • A 15 months, he is beginning to twist his wrist so that his hand turns independently of his arm.
  • He is more purposeful in the way he explores objects.
  • He can put two ideas together to make a plan and his behavior begins to flow.
  • He starts to treat objects in apropriate ways: he cuddles teddy bears and presses the button on his jack-in-the-box.
  • He says his first word (any time after 8 monhts). First words generally relate to objects: cats, dogs and buses are popular, as are sounds associated with food such as "Yummm."

  • Push and pull toys
  • Slow, battery-powered ride-ons
  • Construction playsets
  • Playsets
  • Dollhouse-themed playset
  • Stuffed animals
  • Musical instruments
  • Building blocks
  • Puzzles with knobs or a few large pieces
  • Low climbing gym
All children develop at their own pace, and reach milestones at different times. The highlights
mentioned in this web site are meant as approximate guidelines only. If you have any
questions about your child's development, consult your healthcare provider.

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