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Development Milestones at 12-18 Months

Personal Social

It’s obvious when he/she is happy, sad, or angry; tantrums are normal to communicate feelings.

It’s normal to develop quickly in some areas and more slowly in others. So don’t be alarmed if your child is a little early or late in meeting some milestones such as learning how to stand or speak.

Communication

Says momma or dada, points to objects he/she knows.

It’s normal to develop quickly in some areas and more slowly in others. So don’t be alarmed if your child is a little early or late in meeting some milestones such as learning how to stand or speak.

Problem Solving

Drops things just to see you pick them up, becomes attached to toys for security; says no.

It’s normal to develop quickly in some areas and more slowly in others. So don’t be alarmed if your child is a little early or late in meeting some milestones such as learning how to stand or speak.

Social Emotional

Waves good bye, imitates others, asks for foods or drinks.

It’s normal to develop quickly in some areas and more slowly in others. So don’t be alarmed if your child is a little early or late in meeting some milestones such as learning how to stand or speak.

Fine Motor

Scribbles with crayons, uses a spoon.

It’s normal to develop quickly in some areas and more slowly in others. So don’t be alarmed if your child is a little early or late in meeting some milestones such as learning how to stand or speak.

Gross Motor

Stands up, walks and attempts to run unassisted, learning to catch objects.

It’s normal to develop quickly in some areas and more slowly in others. So don’t be alarmed if your child is a little early or late in meeting some milestones such as learning how to stand or speak.

Be patient. A child's development isn't always a smooth journey. Find out more about when to be concerned and for more detailed developmental checklists please refer below:

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