Written by Sindhuja Prabhu
Your toddler is more than 1.5 years old and is becoming very independent with their thoughts and actions. In the coming months, they will cross many toddler milestones. In their current stage, their exposure plays a major role in how soon or late they attain some toddler milestones.
While some parents may do thorough research and immerse themselves in helping their toddlers achieve their toddler milestones on time, some may not know what to expect or how to contribute. If you are not sure what your 19-month-old can do this month, don’t worry, we are here to throw some light on it.
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Here are some developmental toddler milestones your 19-month-old can achieve this month-
An average 19-month-old height and weight will be as follows-
Girls
Weight – 8.3 – 13.3 Kg
Height- 76.2 – 87.3 cm
Boys
Weight – 9.0 – 13.7 Kg
Height- 78.1 – 88.4 cm
(This chart is just an indication and these parameters may vary from one toddler to another)
Here are some tips for parents to aid their 19-month-old’s development in attaining their toddler milestones-
It can be very challenging for your toddler to share. You cannot just let them grab from another toddler nor can you force them to give up the toy they are playing with. Teach them to share, take turns, and wait till the other toddler is finished playing with the toy.
If you are potty training your toddler, come up with activities to keep them occupied when they are on the potty. Toddlers this age can find it very difficult to sit in one place. You can sit next to them and actively engage them to ensure they sit on the potty long enough.
Provide venues for your toddler to get creative. Let them tell their own stories by looking at pictures in their books or let them “pretend play” with their toys. It could be talking, feeding, bathing, etc.
As you dress up your toddler, encourage them to dress themselves. This could be as simple as putting their hands through the sleeve when you hold it up or pulling down their t-shirt from the top of their heads. It improves skills and confidence.
As their molars start growing, your toddler can chew more. Give them chopped pieces of solid foods but keep a close watch to avoid choking accidents. Give them bite-sized pieces and demonstrate how to chew.
If your toddler is used to sitting in the stroller when you go out, leave the stroller behind and go for small walks. Encourage your toddler to walk short distances outdoors. They will soon start walking with you when you step out for errands, etc.
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Your 19-month-old is attaining the toddler milestones at their own pace. Do not worry if they do not run as fast or speak as much as other 19-month-olds around them. Each toddler is different and as parents, you should embrace this difference and help your little one reach their toddler milestones without any pressure or anxiety.
By 19 months, your toddler should be able to say several words, speak a few small sentences, pick food and eat without assistance, attempt using cutlery and utensils, show interest in stacking or building blocks, and throw a ball. They should also be able to communicate their wants like thirst, hunger, or intention to play with certain toys.
Social and emotional development are important toddler milestones. Your toddler will feel and express different emotions in different situations. Sometimes they may not know how to handle big emotions and may just cry or throw a tantrum.
A 19-month-old should be able to pick things off the floor, hold big items like blocks or toys, stack them, build with them, and also throw a ball. They may not catch the ball yet but will know to chase the ball and pick it back up.
If your 19-month-old is still not walking and running comfortably, not speaking many words or simple sentences, unable to answer questions or communicate what they want, you need to consult your pediatrician. If your toddler develops a skill and drops the skill or shows a regression, it is a red flag.
At 19 months, toddlers can become very picky eaters. Some toddlers may eat less than before. On average, toddlers at this age will have 3 small meals and 2 snacks. Some may want more snacks as they are bound to feel hungry with all the physical activities and growth. This can be about 700 to 1000 calories per day.
The ideal bedtime will depend on multiple factors like what time they have to wake up in the morning, how many hours they are napping during the day, and when the family goes to bed at night. A good bedtime should ensure your toddler gets the sleep and rest they need.
Not likely. Your toddler might grow slower or faster than other toddlers their age, due to their food habits, physical activities, and genetics. They won’t have a growth spurt. The growth will also be slower than what it was before their first birthday.
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Sindhuja, a mother of two, is an obsessive mom with a keen interest in psychology, especially child psychology. Her quest for knowledge and way with words led her to become a passionate content writer. She transformed her love for writing into a full-fledged career which incidentally also turned up being the perfect stress buster for the last 5 years.Read more.
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