Developmental milestones record - 18 months
Alternative names:
childhood growth milestones - 18 months; growth milestones for children - 18 months; normal childhood growth milestones - 18 months
Information:
Definition:
Skills and physiologic growth markers regarded as having particular relevance for 18 month-old children.
Growth and development of an 18-month-old:
Physical and motor:- anterior fontanel (soft spot on the front of the head) should be closed
- growth slows
- the child is physically able to control sphincter muscles, but the child may not be psychologically ready to use the toilet
- able to run with a lack of coordination
- falls frequently
- able to jump in place
- able to get onto chairs without assistance
- can build a tower of 3 to 4 blocks
- can turn the pages of a book two or three at a time
Sensory and cognitive:- can say 10 or more words
- understands and able to identify through pointing common objects
- frequently imitates
- able to take off some clothing items
- begins to feel a sense of ownership identifying people and objects by saying "my"
Play:- encourage and provide the necessary space for physical activity
- provide safe replicas of adult tools and equipment for the child to play with
- allow the child to help around the house and participate in the daily responsibilities of the family
- encourage play that involves building and creativity
- read to the child
- control the type and quantity of television viewing
- control the type and quantity of games played
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