Walking. Talking. A greater sense of self. 12-month-old development brings discovery—and a birthday—all around. Let’s help their baby steps become amazing leaps forward.
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Your toddler is turning 1! They’re learning to walk and talk and basically get what they want, when they want it. Good for them! They’re also developing a sense of who they are, which means a need to do things by themselves. Your kiddo may show frustration when things don’t go according to their plan. Not so good for them! By letting your child make little mistakes, you can help them learn and grow.
Toddlers tend to walk like ducks, with their little feet spread apart for balance and yes, it’s adorable. Enjoy the show! This precious phase leads to lots of chasing them around once they’ve figured out how to get going.
Growth spurts don’t just happen in bodies, they happen with words, too. It's normal for your toddler to know anywhere from a few words to dozens of them. But don’t worry if your child takes longer; vocabulary is highly variable at this age. You can help their language skills by asking for a kiss, pointing out hands and feet, or by reading to them.
A great way to help strengthen your toddler’s memory can be through revisiting family events. Watching videos of the event or looking at photos is an easy way to promote their learning.
Congrats! That’s your little one’s first year! Let’s find new ways to support their growth at 12 months old and in the year to come.
As with most things, practice makes perfect—and rest assured, you’ll get plenty of diaper-changing practice those first couple of years. In no time you’ll be a pro and be able to tackle your baby’s diaper with confidence. For more tips and resources on all things baby, including nutrition and feeding, be sure to join Enfamil Family Beginnings®. Enjoy up to $400 in savings, plus exclusive rewards, support, and surprises.
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