Toddler
Development in month 16
Development month by month — what your baby is learning now, what to watch, and how to support.
Motor milestones
- ●Walks and runs steadily
- ●Climbs stairs holding on
- ●Removes shoes
- ●Builds tower of 4 blocks
Cognitive milestones
- ●Points to pictures when named
- ●Imitates complex sequences
- ●Understands 100+ words passively
Social and emotional milestones
- ●Plays briefly with other children
- ●Shows empathy at others’ injury
- ●Compliance interrupted by tantrum phases
Language milestones
- ●15–30 words active
- ●Uses words in consistent contexts
Red flags — when to see the paediatrician?
- ●Fewer than 6 words
- ●Not walking or unstable
- ●No book interest
- ●No eye contact
Activity ideas
- ✓Puzzles with 4–6 pieces
- ✓Sing along to simple children’s songs
- ✓Shape and colour games
- ✓Sandbox and water play
Common concerns and tips
Terrible twos (starting in month 16–20): strong will, low frustration tolerance. Clear simple rules help; long explanations don’t.
Development varies. This information is based on WHO and CDC milestones but does not replace paediatric assessment. If in doubt, consult your paediatrician.
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