At this age, babies are more independent in their daily activities like dress and undressing. Some are eaten independently with a spoon and fork but it’s not applied to all babies some are pickier eaters at this age. In 1-to-2-year babies convert into a toddler. we will discuss 2-year-old babies’ growth milestones.
Physical development of 2-year-old babies
2-year-old more active and attentive. All babies grow differently some are quicker and some are later to reach their milestones but it is normal.
Here is the average rate of growth for 2 years for boys and girls
Weight; average weight gain is about 4 to 6 pounds per year.
Height; average height is 2 to 3 inches per year.
What can my baby do at this age?
Every child grows different way and reaches milestones differently. The following are common 2-year-old babies’ growth milestone
- Sleep 10 to 12 hours at night
- Walk and runs well
- Jumping well
- Kick and catch the ball
- Play with blocks
- May take one nap in the afternoon
- Eat with a spoon
- Drink with a straw
- All 20 teeth appear
- Good control of finger and thumb
- Appetite may decrease
What can my toddler say and understand at this age?
- Say about may 100 or 200 words
- May speak simple sentences
- Names parts of the body
- Some animals name
- Understand the word no
- May count three objects
- Understand possession mine
Social interaction
- Play with the other children
- Temper Tantrums continuous
- At this age not shared things with others but it depends
- Shows independence from parents
How do I help my child?
- Give balls and other toys for play on his own.
- Not say anything when he/she explore the house only observe first
- Give simple puzzle
- Create hurdles with pillows and say jump
- Babies love to play with the dough but keep their eyes on it while they play
- Play with the toddler
- Cuddle when the child is unwell or unhappy
- Appreciation is very important
- Give support when they need
- Don’t say all-time No
Conclusion;
In this paragraph, I explained all the important points about the development and growth 2-year-old. I hope it will help all the parents but please every child grows differently so this thing must be kept in mind.
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