About Toddlers and Twos: How Your Child Is Growing

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Toddlers and Twos Toddlers and Twos Potty Training Activities Milestones From Maureen Ryan, your Guide to Toddlers and Twos I was at a family party this past week and someone asked me how old Little Guy was. I was about to say one but had to stop -- clearly, this running, jumping, "Itsy Bitsy Spider" singing wonder was no longer merely a 1-year-old. "Eighteen months," I said with a mix of pride and nostalgia for the baby days. It reminded me that, especially when your children are young, it's good to stop and take an account of how much they have changed and matured. It's also nice to consider what's coming next for them. Use the links below to explore the milestones you can expect your toddler to reach between ages one and three. Then, join our online community to discuss the joyful moments and feel free to post questions you might have about your child's development. All the best, Maureen Milestones: 12 Months Your little one is on the go, crawling, cruising, and maybe even taking a few steps on her own. Plus, there is an explosion of sound coming from your toddler who has learned the elegant art of babble. What other developments can you expect around that first birthday celebration? Read More. See More About:  toddler development  one-year-olds  motor skills Milestones: 18 Months In the second year of life, your child's physical development slows down, but the leaps he makes in motor skills, language, social skills, and cognitive capabilities is astounding. By the halfway point, you'll begin to see an independent personality flourish along with these new abilities. Read More. See More About:  toddler development  18-months-olds  motor skills Milestones: Age 2 Full of energy and ready to test boundaries of all kinds -- from how high he can climb to how many times you might say "no" before you give in -- your 2-year old will keep you on your toes. But, you'll also revel in the magic of her newfound independence, budding literacy skills, and physical strength. Read More. See More About:  toddler development  two-year-olds  motor skills Milestones: Age 3 As your child's attention span grows and her verbal skills develop, she will be better able to follow instructions and express her own needs and thoughts. The transition from toddler to preschooler, though, can be a bit bumpy. Read More. See More About:  toddler development  3-year-olds  motor skills Toddlers and Twos Ads Toys for Toddlers Toddlers Activities Toddlers Activity Activities for Kids Toddler Activities Featured Articles Toddler Gear Toddler Birthday Parties Play and Learning for Toddlers Disciplining Your Toddler Potty Training   More from About.com Bake Sale Bestsellers Make your next bake sale a profitable one with these irresistible recipes. More> Real Recipes app Download our highly-rated app for free recipes and kitchen tools, for iPhone and iPod Touch. More> This newsletter is written by: Maureen Ryan Toddlers and Twos Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Toddlers and Twos newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Advertisement