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Developmental Milestones: 15 to 18 Months

During the toddler years, development milestones will vary widely from child to child. Unless your toddler lags in several areas or is more than a few months behind in any one area, there is little need for concern. Also remember that premature babies may reach milestones slightly later than a child who is born full-term, and that by age two, they will even out developmentally. Below is a list of general developmental guidelines for an average healthy child between the ages of 15 and 18 months old.

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By month 15

Most toddlers are able to:
  • toddle well
  • walk backwards
  • induse three or more words regularly
  • play with a ball
  • climb stairs
  • laugh at funny things
Some toddlers are able to:
  • walk well or run
  • say “no” and shake head
  • sing and enjoy singing
A few toddlers are able to:
  • “help” with household chores
  • walk up stairs
  • respond to verbal requests without gestures
  • say “shhh,” holding their fingers to their mouth

By month 16

Most toddlers are able to:
  • turn the pages of a book when you read to them
  • become attached to stuffed animal or other toy
  • walk well
  • sing and enjoy singing
  • throw tantrums when frustrated
Some toddlers are able to:
  • walk backwards
  • start to climb and explore
  • stack three blocks at a time
  • say up to 15 words
  • use a spoon or fork
  • understand how some objects are used
A few toddlers are able to:
  • take off one article of clothing without help
  • be picky about certain foods
  • dance to music
  • switch from two naps to one

By month 17

Most toddlers are able to:
  • start to climb and explore
  • use at least six words regularly
  • enjoy pretend and imaginary games
  • ride toys
  • respond to simple directions (give mommy a hug)
Some toddlers are able to:
  • speak more clearly
  • use up to 15 words regularly
  • become picky about certain foods
  • cpretend to feed dolls
  • run well
  • throw a ball underhand
A few toddlers are able to:
  • dance to music
  • kick a ball forward
  • sort toys by color, shape or size
  • brush teeth with help
  • string more words together to make phrases

By month 18

Most toddlers are able to:
  • look at books on their own
  • scribble well
  • run well
  • say at least 20 words
  • feed self with a spoon
  • become picky about certain foods
Some toddlers are able to:
  • string words together to make phrases
  • talk more clearly
  • brush teeth with help
  • stack four blocks at a time
  • jump around
A few toddlers are able to:
  • throw a ball overhand
  • take off clothes
  • climb out of crib and high chair
  • take apart toys and put them back together
  • show signs of potty training readiness

 


 


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