Between the ages of one and three your toddler's world is growing rapidly. This is characterized by many changes for your child. Most children learn to walk, talk, and relate to others at this stage.
Toddlers want to do things for themselves, have their own ideas about how things should
happen, and use "no" many times each day. They sometimes get frustrated because they
do not have the language skills to express themselves. Children at this stage are also
struggling with learning to become independent. These years are often called the
"terrible twos" because toddlers demand to do things their own way without help.
During the toddler years, your child's growth is steady but slower than the first year of life.
Because of this slower growth rate you will notice that his appetite has also reduced.
Toddlers, bursting with energy and ideas, need to explore their environment and consequently are always moving and physically very active. They want to be independent but always bear in mind that they are still very dependent on you. Toddlers are very concerned with their own needs and this is the reason why they do not easily share things. But, with patience, you can help him build positive self-esteem (how he feels about himself) and self-control.
Your toddler loves to experiment and explore the world around him. Giving your child a chance to explore helps him grow and learn.
Find suitable weekly outdoor and indoor activity ideas such as games and simple crafts to do with your child in your very own personalised Baby Steps Journal. Your journal also allows you to access and track your baby's developmental milestones and gain exclusive access to our expert dietitians, who are on standby to answer all your nutrition questions.
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