The second year of life is quite different from the first. With every passing month, the child is learning new skills and expressing new emotions. Parents should have a good understanding of their child's developmental capabilities in order to foster growth and avoid unnecessary frustration.
By the age of 14 months, the child should be able to wave goodbye to family members and express himself or herself with a vocabulary of half a dozen words or more. One of the child's favorite words will undoubtedly become "no," as the 14-month-old tries to express power or independence through acts of defiance. It is important for parents to set some limits while allowing their child to express these feelings. For instance, it is okay for the 14-month-old to throw toys or other objects in an attempt to play, but parents should begin to teach their child basic manners such as saying "please" and "thank you."
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It is also important to begin to establish table manners at this table. However, most children are messy and more interested in playing with their food than eating it at this age. For these reasons, a bib and a splat mat are good investments for children at this stage.
Because most children are very mobile by the age of 14 months, it is important for parents who have not already done so to childproof their homes. This includes the basics such as covering electrical outlets and placing dangerous objects (such as sharp knives or household chemicals) out of reach. Parents who live in a multi-story house will also need to invest in gates for the stairs. In addition, all parents should make certain that the windows are secure and that any cords are out of reach for little hands. As they child continues learning how to walk, he or she may also develop temporary conditions such as bowlegs or flat feet. Parents should not be alarmed by this.
The fourteen month of life brings new challenges along with new milestones. Parents should continue to revel in their child's development and do whatever they can to help them reach the next stage.
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