Toddlers thrive on consistency. Most parents agree that
a toddler adjusts with fewer problems if she is well
prepared in advance and in times of flux, special care
is given to toddler. A child this age is also getting
better equipped at handling stress herself through self-comforting
techniques like sucking a thumb or becoming attached
to an object or toy. Disdained by some parents as babyish
behavior, these techniques are actually development
advancements. Other signs of independence include the
growing ability to self-feed. Along with growth in skills,
there is growth in play opportunities.
Things your toddler can do
AT THIS STAGE
• walk well
• bend over and pick up an object
• use at least one word
Things your toddler will
probably be able to do AT THIS STAGE
• use 2 words
• drink from a cup
• scribble
• point to something she wants
Things your toddler may possibly
do AT THIS STAGE
• point to 1 body part when asked
• use a spoon/fork but not exclusively
• build a tower of 2 cubes/blocks
Things your toddler may even
be able to do AT THIS STAGE
• 'feed' a doll/stuffed animal
Emotionally, your 15 month old can be expected to communicate
pleasure, warmth, and show interest in new experiences;
to play games with parents; to protest; to begin to
accept limits. Babies who are cherished, cuddled and
kissed learn how to pass on similar expressions of emotion
to others. Young children are very responsive to the
emotional environment in which they live. They may not
understand it but they often pick up on your vibes of
happiness or sadness - laughing with you or stroking
your face when you are sad! Verbally, your child will
be saying or attempting to say a few words. Some will
say nothing at all for months at end then surprise you
with a three-word sentence, while others will attempt
to say individual words inaccurately. Often a child
will begin with one word such as 'dog' or 'daddy' but
apply it to all animals or to all men. |
