Toddler

A young child, typically about one to three years old, who is beginning to walk and developing greater independence.

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Early childhood: The period of human development following infancy and preceding middle childhood. Toddlers occupy its earliest years, when movement and independence expand quickly.
Toilet training: The process of learning to use a toilet instead of diapers. Readiness and gradual practice make toileting a common step toward toddler independence.
Childproofing: Modifying a home or environment to reduce hazards for young children. New mobility and curiosity make household hazards more accessible to toddlers.
Infant: A very young child in the period between birth and approximately one year of age. Infancy generally precedes the walking and growing autonomy associated with toddlerhood.
Temper tantrum: An episode of intense emotional distress or anger, common in young children. Tantrums often occur when limited self-regulation meets growing desires for autonomy.
Gross motor skill: A movement skill using large muscles for actions such as standing, walking, and running. Walking and climbing are defining new abilities during toddlerhood.
Responsive caregiving: Caregiving that notices a child's signals and responds promptly and appropriately. Consistent responses help toddlers feel secure while they explore and communicate needs.
Toddler nutrition: Dietary needs and eating patterns of children roughly one to three years old. Food choices and feeding routines must accommodate growth and emerging self-feeding.
Preschooler: A young child, usually between toddlerhood and school age, who may attend preschool. Preschoolers are typically older and more verbally and socially capable than toddlers.
Parallel play: A form of play in which children play beside one another with little direct interaction. Toddlers often share space and materials before sustained cooperative play develops.