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Toddlers at this age are learning about expressions and feelings. More than likely, you have seen your toddler happy, sad, mad, frustrated and everything in between. Children will learn about their feelings best if you put a name with the feeling. If you notice that your child is sad, tell him that you are sorry he is feeling sad. Your child will soon learn that feelings have names and you understand how he is feeling. Help your child deal with and accept his feelings. If he is frustrated, help him. He will learn that you care about his feelings and that it is okay to show how he feels.

Children at this age are very curious about the world they live in. Keep your child's environment safe and help her to learn what is appropriate and what is not. Most seventeen month old toddlers love to put things in their mouths. This can be very dangerous and you must teach your child that is is not safe.

Children at this age can become spoiled. Parents can spoil their children if they do not set and enforce limits and rules. When limits are set and enforced, children learn that there are rules to follow and generally will succeed at following them. Your job as a parent is to set realistic expectations that can be enforced.

Your child likes to drag things around and can climb stairs at this point. She still has long babbling conversations with herself. Your child will understand more of what you say than she can actually say. If you ask her to do a simple task, she probably will. Continue to encourage her vocabulary by using clear descriptive words and reading to her.

Toddlers need discipline. Catch your child being good and praise him. Instead of telling your child what he shouldn't be doing, tell him what he should do. Often times, spanking teaches children that hitting is okay and a way to solve problems. Do not threaten your child with empty threats or promises. Do what you say or your child will learn that he does not have to listen.

Developmental Milestones - 17 Months Old

Physical

• Can walk upstairs if one hand is held
• Runs, but bumps into things
• Likes to drag items around
• Enjoys dancing

Intellectual

• Understands more than he can say
• Imitates sounds and actions
• Will do what you tell her to do
• Has babbling conversations

Emotional

• Self-centered
• Greedy and selfish
• Stubborn
• Bossy
• Likes to hug and kiss

Age Appropriate Toys

• Nesting toys
• Stacking toys
• Shape sorters
• Art and crafts
• Push toys
• Ride on toys
• Balls
• Books
• Musical instruments
• Dolls
• Cars and trucks
• Bean bag toss game

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jennni - Saturday, 28 Jan
Anyones elses 17 month old still not sleeping through the night? Im going crazy and need advice!!

collegeprincess27 - Friday, 13 Jan
mommalawson-with my oldest our doctor said they really have no control over thier bladders yet she said they don't even know they have to go that urge begins at 18 months so your close p.s. if you start to early all you are doing is training yourself to know when to take them to the potty hope this helps =)

mojo07 - Tuesday, 10 Jan
alfie was 17 months on the 3rd he talks all the times, he can say 30 words! this includes apple, dog, baby - wen he sees a picture of his self he points and says baby, so cute. butterfly (altho he say butterby) we listed all the words its alot for his age i thought, but he started walking really late (15 months) hes doing really well, altho he tantrums alot! and there really bad, he likes things to be his way! and little things set him off, its so frustrating at times. hope everyone is doing well! :)

mommalawson - Thursday, 8 Dec
so my little girl turns 17 months on monday the 12th, and we have been trying to potty train her but she really is not to into it. We tried to make it fun and she'll get on but wont stay on for long and hasnt gone on it! is there any trick to doing it or getting her to want to do it more?

anxiousmothertobe - Sunday, 16 Oct
Hey ladies. My daughter is 17 months old now it's crazy how fast time flies by. I breastfed her exclusively and have weaned her since three weeks ago. I took her to the dr. two days ago and she is 24 pounds and 25' tall. Dr. says that she's doing good.

excitedrose - Thursday, 22 Sep
Anyone else's LO's started potty training yet? My little girl is very keen and the last few days has not worn a nappy at home. She's doing so well with not many accidents. I feel like it is very early though!?

kidzrblessingz - Thursday, 22 Sep
Hello my user name used to be blessedwithbanynumber1 and I change it to kidzrblessingz because I am 5 weeks pregnant with baby number 2 ! Alyssa is 17 months and she is such a talker lately she says words that I didnt even know she could say! She said puppy.. Go away... Ouside..haha so cute I love this age

havinghisbaby4422 - Thursday, 22 Sep
hey everyone. i used to be a regular on this site until i had my daughter early at 28weeks. now she is 17 months and doing fairly well. shes 19 lbs. Doctor wants her to gain some more weight, she also is not talking. she says Dada but that is really it. she babbles a lot but no words. i am really concerned. i brought her to her Dr and they recommended early intervention for her. She is going to be evaluated with the therapist tomorrow. Any advice ladies? what can i do to help my little one speak?

ElizeT - Wednesday, 7 Sep
Why is it so quiet here? My little princess is 17 months today!!

ElizeT - Tuesday, 6 Sep
Hi everyone, I don't post here often. Gkad everyone is doing good. Mom2Ryder congrats on the BFP. We are also cuurently on TTC for iur 2nd baby. Lianie, my little girl needs a brother or sister now :)

mom2ryder - Tuesday, 9 Aug
Hi Ladies. Im looking into purchasing a Phil and Teds Stroller. The Vibe. Wondering if anyone has one or knows someone who does. I need some reviews! Also... got some new last week in the form of a BFP!!! Here we go again! :)

mommy2mason - Wednesday, 3 Aug
My monster weighs a whopping 29.8 pounds. He eats meat on occasion but not often. One day he LOVES chicken, then he wont eat it for a month after. Same with cheese and pasta. He is climbing on everything now as well. He can get onto the kithen chairs where he then tries to get on top of the kitchen table. Lovely. He also has a very gross obsession with the toilet. Heaven forbid we leave the bathroom door open or he will run straight for the toilet. It's so gross. Oh, and the little stinker figured out how doorknobs work! He can open almost any door he wants to now. And of course as soon as I redirect him from something he shouldnt be doing (playing in the toilet for example) he throws a huge fit. What a fun age!

princessjirehsmommy - Tuesday, 2 Aug
Hello all, I rarely post anything but I see alot of posts regarding not liking meat. My little one doesn't like meat either but I do the vitamins and beans as well as the fortified cereals. My LO is weighing in at 23 lbs, how much does your littles weigh now?

Luv2Bamama - Monday, 1 Aug
Karen—Our ped has never questioned her iron levels, but I try to give her iron rich foods like scrambled eggs and beans regularly. I also make these bland bran muffins that she likes which uses molasses, and blackstrap molasses which are rich in iron; she eats several a week. Like Nikki mentioned, any purchased breads & cereals are fortified, so I’m not too worried either. I just looked at the Red Cross website at iron rich foods, and peas are on there (that is the only veggie she consistently eats) and so is watermelon which she has recently taken a liking to.

nickykennedy - Friday, 29 Jul
If your LO does not eat enough meat and you are concerned about iron levels, try adding egg yolks twice weekly- I mix this into his mashed potato especially sweet potatoes. Cereals are also fortified with 45% daily in take of iron-I give my son cream wheat cereal for breakfast almost everyday and just vary the taste with mashed fresh fruits like banana, strawberries, black berries, grapes he loves it. My son does not like meat at all. I also give him beans, refried beans in the Mexican isle are easy, nutritious, inexpensive and tasty. I hope this helps.

jwalden - Friday, 29 Jul
Karen- I give Jack a liquid vitamin with his morning milk. Its polyvisol and I pick it up from Target but I'm sure you can get it anywhere. My ped recommended a vit to help boost his immune system.

Luv2Bamama - Friday, 29 Jul
beebee and jwalden; hang in there, and keep up the positive attitude! God knows what is best for you at this moment. As for meat; my daughter isn’t a big fan of it either; again, most kids aren’t. At our 15 month appt. the pediatrician told me not to worry too much about it; there is actually protein in all fruits and veggies, just not as concentrated as in meat, so as long as kids are eating a balanced healthy diet they should be getting plenty of protein. Colleen is just starting to like chicken, and she ate pork chops over the weekend for the first time. Last night she ate a cauliflower beef sauce I made (with green pepper off my pepper bush) mixed in rice, but that is rare!

jwalden - Thursday, 28 Jul
Thank you ladies I appreciate it. Had u/s and it was a little abnormal and was told I had to go see my Dr. Talk about nerveracking! I work for a Medical Oncologist and of course you can't help but fear the worst a little in that situation. Fortunately they are just being overly cautious. I have a couple cysts (some have burst- which was creating the bloating and discomfort) and they cannot tell for sure if I have another ectopic or spontaneous m/c. More labs and f/u next week- but either way I should be ok. Just greatful to have good physicians on my side and to have my little man to hug when I get home. As far as some of the other questions posed Jack has done well with the utensils and loves to be independent. He is a huge fan of fruit and veggies but I'm had problems with him eating much meat. Does any other parents have any issues with this? We've been really enjoying the Summer here in AK. Lots of outside hikes and playing and late Summer nights enjoying all the sun. Wish you all the best and thanks again.

gretch - Thursday, 28 Jul
Beebee and jwalden- So sorry to hear your news. You are super Moms and I admire your attitudes! Big hugs. To get my son to eat veggies, I put them in rice and spice up the rice. Generally, southwestern spices or teriyaki sauce. Over the month I added more and more veggies. So far, still working.

jenn-in-socal - Thursday, 28 Jul
beebee and jwalden.. I'm so sorry for the both of you. :( Love how you both are keep positive thoughts. Thoughts and hugs your way...

beebee16 - Thursday, 28 Jul
Jwalden - sorry to hear that you're miscarrying, I miscarried my 1st, life can be so cruel at times. I had been having a feeling for a couple of weeks that something just didn't feel right x

jwalden - Thursday, 28 Jul
Lill-cracked up. That is awesome. I hope it continues to work for you. Beebee- I'm very sorry to hear that. My first pregnancy ended in a blighted ovum at just under 12 wks. I wish you the best of luck in conceiving again and you are in my thoughts. My 2nd preg- was ectopic, 3rd- perfect and delivered my son. I just got the call this am that I'm miscarrying again(very early- and have been bleeding and bloating, etc- so I was pretty sure it wasn't viable.) I'll be going for an U/S this afternoon to make sure not another ectopic. We talk about wanting more children and were trying but part of me is a little relieved as well. Very mixed feelings. I'm just not sure this was the 'right' one for me. If that makes sense? I don't know. I'm definitely not getting any younger. Maybe we'll try again soon but I think I need a little more time.

beebee16 - Thursday, 28 Jul
Just thought I'd let you all know my sad news. I've had pain in my side and back for a couple of days now & had a little bit of spotting. I was asked to go into hospital for a scan this morning (at 10 +5 weeks) and all that could be seen was an empty sac. A blighted ovum I think it's called although tbh I've never heard of it until today. As expected I am absolutely gutted but take some comfort in the fact that it's not really a baby I've just lost as there was never one there in the first place. I am a believer that everything happens for a reason & will continue to try for another baby xx

lillhill79 - Thursday, 28 Jul
So last night Cort started having a temper tantrum again so I tried calming her down and telling her to use her words and which point she got more mad and started to do her whole holding her breath thing. I simply said to her 'Do I need to get your water bottle' She actually responded with 'no thank you and stopped screaming' Maybe I won't have to treat her like a cat anymore :)

thuy - Wednesday, 27 Jul
Thanks so much Karen. I feel better. She does all of the other things such as crouching and standing on her own and she has taken 4-5 independent steps about once a day. I think she wants to feel more secure before she really takes off. As for eating with utensils - Audrey must hold her own spoon and can sort of feed herself but she's pretty messy. We try to stick with finger foods mostly.

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