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18-24 months: toddler development
Suitable for 1.5-2 years
Key points
- At 18-24 months, expect new and complex emotions, pretend play, independence, walking, a lot of new words, and more.
- Activities that are good for toddler development include talking and listening, reading, working on everyday skills, and playing outside and with others.
- Speak with your GP or child and family health nurse if you’re concerned about toddler development or you need support.
- Organisation:
- Raising Children Network
- Topic:
- Children's health, Parenting
- Target audience:
- Parents or carers
- Service area:
- National
- Published:
- March 2024
- Last reviewed:
- August 2024
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