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Developmental stages

One to two

Your baby becomes a toddler who explores his or her environment more actively and creates chaos along the way. This is a challenging and busy time for parents who have to keep a constant eye on their child to prevent injuries and to keep sane!

Milestones

Milestones provide a base for comparison, and your doctor will be able to assess whether there is cause for concern during the eighteen month checkup.

Emotional and social

Your child enjoys social situations, but is still very dependent on her caregiver and can become clingy when she feels insecure.

Tests

A this checkup the healthcare professional will examine physical development, gross and fine motor skills, language, hearing and vision and psychosocial development.

Physical

The rapid growth spurt of the first year has subsided and from now on the rate of growth is more even. Your toddler becomes more mobile as he/she learns to walk - a chaotic time!

Cognitive

During the first two years of life, an infant is in the sensory-motor stage of cognitive development. Your child explores his environment through sensory and motor contact.