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13-18 Months Overview
What’s Happening at 13-18 Months?
Learning New Words
After baby says their first word, they’ll start saying more and more! Learn how to expand their vocabulary with these easy tips.
Getting Your Little One to Sleep
Sleep is so important for baby, but it can be a challenge to get little ones to bed. Check out these tips to encourage sleep.
Staying Active Can Be Fun!
You’re in the toddler years now, which means baby has a lot of energy. The best way to help with their development is to keep them active—and we have more than 100 activities to keep they moving!
Frequently Asked Questions
for Parents of 13-18 Month Old Babies
- Falling and clumsy steps while baby is learning to walk are expected!
- Help baby feel more comfortable and confident on their feet.
- Practice standing.
- Look out for signs like toe walking and resistance to walking.
- Toddlers are getting better with feeding every day!
- With a pediatrician’s approval, milk is introduced at 1 year old.
- Baby can eat: Fruit cut into cubes or strips, bite-sized cooked vegetables, soft foods and finger foods.
- Learn more about feeding.
- Baby should get 11-14 hours of sleep a day at 1-2 years of age.
- Some of this sleep comes from naps.
- Here are some ways to help your little one sleep.
- Executive function skills are incredibly important skills we use every day.
- Baby will start using and developing these skills.
- These life skills help with problem solving and memory.
- Learn more about executive function.
- There are so many different ways to keep toddlers active!
- Try playing games at the dinner table.
- Try doing activities outside.
It's Important to Remember:
Use our checklists to track your baby's behavior and discuss any concerns with your healthcare professional.
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