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Month 13
Most babies should be able to . . . Say two or more words other than mama or dada Stand well Bend over to pick up objects Take a few steps Walk with help Some babies will probably be able to . . . Drink from a cup independently Say three or more words other than mama or dada Respond to command without gestures Scribble with markers or crayons Some babies could possibly be able to . . . Try and lift heavier objects Roll a ball back and forth more actively Combine words and gestures to make his or her needs known Walk well

Month 14
Most babies should be able to . . . Stand well Take a few steps unassisted Walk with help Empty containers filled with objects Put objects back in container Say three or more words other than mama or dada Eat finger foods Some babies will probably be able to . . . Toddle well Point to a body part when asked Start game playing Combine words and gestures to make his or her needs known Some babies could possibly be able to . . . Walk well Use a spoon or fork Match appropriate shapes into a developmental toy Push and pull toys while walking

Month 15
Most babies should be able to . . . Toddle well Say up to five words Climb stairs Like to look at books and turn pages Laugh at funny things Some babies will probably be able to . . . Walk well or runs Draw lines Say no and shakes head Like to sing Follow simple directions Some babies could possibly be able to . . . Walk up stairs Want to help around the house Remember caregiver and separation anxiety lessens Respond to verbal requests without signals of any type
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Please note that these are only general developmental guidelines for an average healthy child. A healthy child may reach a developmental milestone earlier or later than the average shown in these guidelines. Each child develops differently and just because a child may appear to be behind in one developmental area does not mean there is something wrong. If you feel your child is behind in several areas of development, contact your pediatrician for advice.

Baby Development Month 13 to 15 " What to expect from your 13 to 15 month old "

Baby Development
Month 13 to 15
" What to expect from your 13 to 15 month old "