Your Child’s Development: 2 Years (24 Months)
en español: El desarrollo de su hijo: 2 años (24 meses)
Medically reviewed by: Mary L. Gavin, MD
Doctors use certain milestones to tell if a toddler is developing as expected. There's a wide range of what's considered normal, so some children gain skills earlier or later than others.
Toddlers who were born prematurely reach milestones later. Always talk with your doctor about your child's progress.
Here are things toddlers usually do by this age:
Communication and Language Skills
- say at least 2 words together, like “more milk”
- point to things in a picture book when asked (“Where is the dog?”)
- point to at least 2 body parts when asked (“Where is your nose?”)
- use more gestures, like blowing a kiss or nodding yes
Movement and Physical Development
- run
- kick a ball
- walk (not climb) up a few stairs with or without help
- eat with a spoon
Social and Emotional Development
- notice when others are hurt or upset, like pausing or looking sad
- look at your face to see how to react in a new situation