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Eighteen Months

Development
Explores everything
Runs
Walks up & down steps with some help
Identifies body parts
Points to pictures in book
Uses 10-12 words
Begins to put words together
Unable to share

Nutrition
Growth slow, appetite decreases
Can be picky, negative behavior
Maintain relaxed approach to eating
Offer variety of foods - allow child to choose
Avoid using food as reward or punishment

Safety
Crib mattress in lowest position
No nuts, popcorn or hard candy
Never leave matches, lighters, candles, etc. unattended
Check home, garage and purse for harmful items
Don't refer to medicine as candy

Discipline
Expect temper tantrums; do not give in
Set firm limits, redirect when rules are broken
Try to ignore, but keep a watchful eye
Be consistent if in public, use same technique
Praise good behavior

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