Between the ages of 19 and 21 months, babies have made great progress physically, intellectually, emotionally and socially. Here are some of the developmental characteristics of babies at this age.
In terms of physical development, the baby has been able to walk very steadily and even start running. They may also be able to go up and down the stairs on their own without assistance. At this point, your baby's muscle control has also improved and they can manipulate objects more accurately, for example: when they see something that has fallen to the ground, they will crouch down and pick it up.
In terms of intellectual development, the baby's memory has been significantly improved. They are able to remember figurative things, such as favorite toys or everyday objects, but they still have limited memory of abstract things. At this time, your baby's attention span is also enhanced, and he is able to perform simple jigsaw puzzles and build blocks.
In terms of emotional and social interactions, babies aged 19-21 months begin to show interest and curiosity about their surroundings. They begin to respond to simple commands such as "give the toy to mommy" or "go get the ball". At the same time, they also begin to express their emotions, such as smiling or crying to express happiness or dissatisfaction. At this stage, the baby also begins to be interested in other children and **, willing to share his toys and experiences, and willing to help with some simple household chores.
In addition, babies at this age have a strong interest in **. When they hear **, they show happy expressions and try to follow the rhythm to make some simple movements. At this time, parents can encourage their babies to dance, play musical instruments or sing together to cultivate their sense of ** and rhythm.
Babies aged 19-21 months have made significant progress in many ways. At this stage, parents can stimulate their baby's development through a variety of activities and games, while also giving them enough love and support to help them build self-confidence and a positive attitude towards life.