Your 18 Month Old

By 18 months your toddler has the ability to run you ragged. At this stage he/she has the ability to say a few words (hopefully nice words), he is not only walking but may be running. There is no fear at this age, so you have to watch them without letup, this is where mothers develop eyes in the back of their head. This is interesting, they will be able to jump. My 18 month old grandson just learned to jump, he is so proud of himself. I have heard a child that jumps is a happy child, I don’t know, but he is always laughing when he is jumping. At this age he will be able to understand two part directions, so this is a good time to get them started on listening and responding, if they don’t get it show them how to do it. It is a great time to make puzzels, and start toilet training. I have long timed believed there is a window of opportunity for toilet training, and if you miss it, you won’t get the chance again, too soon.