Toddler Development at 18 Months

Your 18-month-old toddler is growing by leaps and bounds. He is tackling a new task on a seemingly daily basis and is discovering the world around him. She is also developing a wide range of skills that will help her as she enters her second year.

  1. Gross Motor Development

    • Your 18-month-old toddler is likely running well, climbing and jumping off nearly anything and everything.

    Fine Motor Development

    • Fine motor development is likely taking a back seat to gross motor development at this stage; however, many 18-month-old toddlers are beginning to show interest in scribbling and solving simple puzzles.

    Speech Development

    • Most 18-month-old toddlers are able to speak more than a dozen words at this age, and many are stringing two words together.

    Additional Skills

    • Some 18-month-old toddlers are beginning to show interest in toilet training, and others are capable of feeding themselves with a spoon and taking off their clothes.

    Fun Ideas for Your 18-Month-Old Toddler

    • Encourage your toddler's development by setting up play dates, as toddlers at this age learn by imitating.

    Important Consideration to Remember

    • All toddlers develop at different rates, so it is important to seek the advice of your child's pediatrician if you have any questions or concerns about your toddler's development.

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