What's It Like To Be One Year Old?

I've tripled my birth weight and now weigh around 20 pounds.

I am 26 to 30 inches tall.

I'm learning to walk, but I still crawl if I want to get somewhere fast.

I can climb out of my crib.

I can understand many words and like you to talk to me.

I can take lids off containers and open cabinet doors.

I like to imitate familiar sounds and may say a few words you can understand.

I can solve simple problems like finding a lost toy.

I have lots of energy and am always on the go.

I like to push or pull toys when I practice walking.

I insist on holding a spoon when I eat, but I'm not too accurate, and I have lots of spills.

I like to look at pictures in books and magazines.

I can play by myself for a little while if you are nearby.

I may fuss if things don't go my way or if I'm tired or frustrated.

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Month By Month has been adapted for Fathers from Healthy Start, Grow Smart, Your Newborn, Washington, D.C. 2002 - U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.


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