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Track my baby. You might also like. Most popular in Toddler. See all in Community. Your month-old is likely to need around 11 to 14 hours of sleep per day, and this may include only 1 nap now. Although a consistent sleep routine can help your little one sleep better, sometimes disruptions can happen, such as when you're traveling. Here are a few things you can do to help keep your toddler on track and get the rest he needs:. Plan ahead if you can. Try to keep disruption to a minimum.
Put your little one to bed early—even if he complains—so that he gets an extra-long night's sleep; with any luck you'll be back to normal the next day.
What might a day in the life of your month-old look like? All toddlers are unique, but your day at home may look something like this:. At this age, your toddler may be curious about screen devices. She's probably seen you on the phone or computer and wondered what you were doing. The best choice is to prioritize unplugged, creative play as much as possible. Children learn best by playing and interacting with other people, and thrive on unstructured playtime both indoors and outside.
If you're thinking of introducing some screen time , here are some guidelines to keep in mind:. Limit and manage screen time. Create firm and consistent boundaries for things like when, how long, and what type of screen time your little one is exposed to.
Watch with your child. Whether it's TV, a mobile device, or your computer, stay with your little one and watch together, helping her understand what she is watching. Select high-quality educational shows, sites, apps, and games. Avoid screen time before bed. Prioritize real-life play. Try not to worry too much about things being messy at home. Giving everything a home. Set up baskets or boxes, or low shelves that your little one can reach, so your little one knows where her toys or belongings go.
Setting an example. Show your little one that you put things away and back into their places after you've used them. Turning picking up into a game. Put on some music and "race" your toddler to see who can get the blocks or the puzzle pieces into their respective boxes first. She may end up enjoying this game as much as she does making a mess.
Narrating as you straighten up. As you put things away, talk to your toddler about what you are doing and narrate as you go. Month 19 Month 20 Month Toddler Development Milestones You'll notice your toddler can do more and more each month, and this month is no exception.
Although each child develops at his own pace, you may notice the following things at 20 months: Separation anxiety may start easing. Handling Sleep Disruptions Although a consistent sleep routine can help your little one sleep better, sometimes disruptions can happen, such as when you're traveling.
There are no fixed ways of bringing up a child. Every toddler is unique, and every child grows at their own pace. But this is a very important age as any red flag sign noticed can be a marker to some major problem and early intervention will lead to a better prognosis. The key is to be positive, patient and give them ample of time, love and nourishment. Set healthy habits in place and aim for moderation and balance in every aspect of their lives.
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