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Dancing

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Have a dance party with your toddler. Put on some upbeat music and dance around the house or outside.

Help Baby's coordination, balance, and increases creativity.

Related Milestones

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18–24 Months

Goes up and down stairs with support

18–24 Months

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18–24 Months

Related Abilities

Coordinates movements needed to play and explore (18-24 months)

Enjoys and seeks out various ways to move and play (18-24 months)

Has grown accustomed to everyday sounds and is usually not startled by them (18-24 months)

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