Height? 30.5 inches
Weight? 21 lbs 6 oz
Teeth? He now has his 2 top molars in and the bottom ones are working their way through.
Clothes? He is in mainly 12- 18 months clothes!
Words? Hey, Yes, Please, Dada, Mama, Cheese, Fish, Daisy, Get, That, VeggieTales, All done, Nini (Mimi), Mi (Mia), Thanks, Shhh. He has also started using combinations of words, such as, "There he is", "Get ____" (whatever he is referring to)
Food? Spaghetti, fried eggs, Jambalaya, okra, cheese, peanut butter and jelly, broccoli, sweet potatoes, mac and cheese, carrots, chicken, turkey, crackers, bananas, apples, pears, peaches, oatmeal, yogurt, pancakes and many more.
Activities? This month we went to the park, to the Aquarium, had many playdates with friends, Attending many birthday parties and much more!
What Happened? Daniel found out he is going to be a big brother!
My Toddler This Month? Even the most cooperative, cheerful, and outgoing young toddler will whine, cling, and cry sometimes. These behaviors are your child's way of saying "Help! All systems overloaded!"
Your 19-month-old is learning new things and refining skills at a dizzying rate. Frustration is inevitable and manifests itself in different ways, depending on the child. Accept these signals for what they are: a cry for attention and TLC.
If it's feasible, respond and let your child know you can tell he's upset. Acknowledge his feelings but don't make too big a deal out of these short-lived emotional storms. If he's crying and clinging, a few hugs and then simple distraction might work. If he's whining, you might explain, "I can't understand you when you whine. Can you show me what you want?"
A transitional object or "lovey," such as a blanket or teddy bear, can buck up an anxious toddler. Not every child develops an attachment to a lovey, but if yours has one, encourage its use. Build quiet time and one-on-one play with you into your child's day, especially if he has a busy day at childcare.
These behaviors will fade over the next few years as your child gains emotional control and a better sense of his place in this big, bewildering world.
