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~~ BETTER CHILD TALKING UP A STORM Most babies say their first words around their first birthday, but as your little one approaches 18 to MOTOR 24 months, their vocabulary will grow from just a S Kl LLS handful of words to over 50. By their second birthday, ZZ FINE you'll likely hear them stringing words together into short, phrases like “want juice” or “big truck”. EMPATHY AND AFFECTION You may notice your baby showing signs of affection and empathy, offering hugs, kisses, or comfort to someone who appears upset. This early display of empathy is a major developmental milestone, indicating your baby's growing ability to recognise and respond to the emotions of others. PARALLEL PLAY While babies in this age bracket don’t play with each other in the traditional sense of the word, they start interacting more with other children. This concept is called parallel play. Your baby may enjoy playing near other babies without interacting directly with them. SEPARATION ANXIETY And now for the fun part: separation anxiety! This tricky stage typically peaks around 12 months but can linger well into the second year, significantly if routines change. While there is no magic formula to stop your baby from experiencing separation anxiety offering comfort, and using gentle reassurance - such as telling your baby where you are going and when you'll return - can help ease difficult transitions. FINAL THOUGHTS The stretch from a baby’s first to their second birthday is fast-paced and sometimes unpredictable. Remember, every baby is different, so try not to stress if your little one isn't hitting milestones exactly when you expect. Some babies are off and running by their first birthday, while others take their time and don’t start walking until closer to 18 months. The same goes for talking, climbing, and other firsts. What matters most is supporting them along the way and cheering on their growing independence. =
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