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Your two year old can be described in one word-busy! She is always on the go and has a great sense of confidence in what she can do. Prevent injuries by not allowing your child to play where there are sharp edges or corners, not allowing her to climb onto tall, unsafe structures, put shoes on your child when she goes outdoors and always keep the doors closed to rooms that are unsafe. If you have a pool or hottub in your yard, remember to keep a locked fence around the water at all times.

Your child now has sense of who he is as a person. He knows he has a name and he knows what he likes and dislikes. Although he knows he has a name and can answer when his name is called, he may not be able to tell you his name quite yet. Encourage your child to learn what his first and last name is by playing games and reiterating his name. You can make up songs that include your child's first and last name and ask who he is in photographs.

Two year olds love to `help` around the house, in the grocery store and wherever else you give them the chance to do so. Allowing your child to help you will give him a great sense of accomplishment and self-worth. Let your child get things for you. Tell him what you would like for him to get in clear sentences and he will go look for it. Be patient and understand that your two year old is not capable of doing things the way you do. If your child accidentally drops the box of cereal while pouring it into the bowl, simply say, `It is okay, let's pick the cereal up` rather than, `You are always making messes, I knew this would happen.`

Language and vocabulary are important parts of development. You can help your child build a strong vocabulary by talking to her and explaining when she asks questions, reading stories, reciting nursery rhymes and singing songs throughout the day, every day. When you go on a walk, take a bag and collect a various assortment of nature items. When you get home, talk about the texture, color, shape and smell of the item. Explain things in detail and describe what you see. She will pick up on colors, shapes, sizes and other descriptive words from this simple activity.

Developmental Milestones - 26 Months Old

Physical

• Can balance on one foot for a second or two
• Can take lids off of jars
• Enjoys being outside
• Likes to run

Intellectual

• Gets into things and makes messes
• Learning what front, back, under, side, top, bottom, etc.. are
• Uses plurals when speaking-dogs, cups, etc.
• Likes to imitate what you say
• Understands today but not yesterday
• Can sort silverware and other simple objects
• Tries to count objects

Emotional

• Talks mostly to other adults, not so much children
• More willing to be separated from parents
• Wants to do things on his own
• Enjoys receiving praise
• Likes routines and schedules

Age Appropriate Toys

• Sorting toys
• Counting toys
• Shape sorters
• Ride on toys
• Dolls and stuffed animals
• Puzzles
• Games
• Books
• Balls
• Sand and water toys
• Pretend play sets
• Music and songs
• Paint, crayons and other simple art supplies

Comments:

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monselena - Wednesday, 11 Nov
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margysd - Monday, 19 Oct
Hi, I just had my second daughter, Aislin on Thursday. My first daughter, Elsa is 16 months. Elsa and I have always had a strong and special bond. Since the birth, I have tried to involve and love Elsa as much as I can. I want to show her that I love her the same, I am just making some adjustments in our schedule which has changed because my time is now divided between her and our newborn. I have noticed some acting out on Elsa’s part and I am not sure how to handle it. We have tried to reassure Elsa how much she is loved and spend a lot of personal time with her one-on-one with both Paul and myself. I think she is acting out because she has realized that her position and role is changing, most notable is her new role as a big sister. I was wondering if any of you have had experience with adjustment issues with closely spaced siblings and what strategies you employed to maintain the bond with the oldest while introducing and bonding the with youngest sibling and if this is a normal adjustment phase that works itself out in time. Please post messages to my page. Thanks so much.

nikkig07 - Thursday, 1 Oct
i guess since it's the 1st of the month we're moving over? i got my flu shot the other day. i've never had any problems with it. i'm supposed to get the h1n1 shot later this month, but i still have a lot of questions regarding it. seeing that i'm in the classroom surrounded by sickies all day, it would be better for me to get the vaccine than to not.

cait - Thursday, 1 Oct
It wont let me post a video on here dammit...ok I will FB you girls

cait - Thursday, 1 Oct
So at Jason's birthday party I hear everyone laughing and come walking in the living room to see this......

cait - Thursday, 1 Oct
thanks for praying/thinking about Kaylee she broke her fever!!! Her mom said she is doing great..the poor thing its her first baby and she is a mess over anything not to mention swine flu

ambrielles mommy - Thursday, 1 Oct
I hate to say it but its not your fault they are unorganized and didn't tell you. I would deff stick to my plans and try to explain, not only are you going to be out of the money for the costume but your friend basically wasted their money as well and that your really sorry you can't make it. I think it will be fine as long as they are understanding people. Goodluck babe!

amyeliz - Thursday, 1 Oct
danielle: is there ANY way you can do both?

ady-and-maylies-momma - Thursday, 1 Oct
Wow, that was long...sorry!!! :)

ady-and-maylies-momma - Thursday, 1 Oct
I need some opinions girls!! I'm kind of upset about this!!! For a month now I've had plans to go to a costume Halloween party on Oct. 10th. Me and Alex went out last weekend and bought a $70 costume for me especially for it (that CAN'T be returned). Then I find out last night that my aunts bachelorette party (who's wedding I'm in) is on the same night. Why the hell didn't they tell me sooner? My mom said they've been talking about it for months...but nobody apparently thought to talk to me about when it was. So now I have a $70 costume that I can't take back because all Sales are Final and I'm pissed! If I would have bought the costume, I would just say 'oh well, I'll wear it eventually', but Alex bought it for me. And my cousin has a costume to go with mine (I'm Alice and she's the mad hatter Lol) and she'd look silly by herself! Haha. Am I allowed to not go to my aunts bachelorette party? Not bashing anyone, but it's gonna be all older 30's women going..and I'm kind of 22 and related to all of them. It's not like a group of girlfriends from highschool. They should have definately told me sooner!!! I just found out about the bridal shower (which is this weekend, about a week ago..and now this? This is too unorganized. I honestly would rather get a sitter and go have a good time with old friends that I haven't seen in a long time, and have a good time with Alex..we don't get to do that often!!

ambrielles mommy - Thursday, 1 Oct
I feel so loved I think just about everyone came and found me on facebook!!! Better get to work MUAH!~!

chases-momma - Thursday, 1 Oct
Cass, Cara is SO right. We actually are asked NOT to get the FluMist as employees of the hospiatl because of the live virus. You CANT get the flu from the shot, but you CAN from the FluMist.

anon - Wednesday, 30 Sep
So I got up for E's feeding and Spenny started crying. Then he started puking. So now the whole family is up, I'm pumping spenny is crying/puking and poor j has to clean it all up. E however, drank 3 swallows and went back to sleep lol

anon - Wednesday, 30 Sep
Thanks for the heads up, girls! Interesting! Definitely don't want to get my boys sick...I don't want to have to take care of 3 sick babies! lol

claires-momma - Wednesday, 30 Sep
Cass! I would DEF talk to the doc before giving the FluMist. It has a live culture in it, rather than dead like the shot. I've begged Chase to let me get that rather than the shot b/c I just can't do the shot & every year he shoots me down b/c he says it will make it easier for me to actually get sick from the vaccine & it runs a higher risk of me getting the kids sick.

ambrielles mommy - Wednesday, 30 Sep
Hey girls just dropping in to say hi & I'm always thinking about everyone! I don't have time to read or chat today. I really cannot even sneak on here if I want to keep my job! OHH and everyone find me on facebook! I'm finally IN!! :)

anon - Wednesday, 30 Sep
Yay krystal! Amd I think he just had a shot last year...ill hafta look into that and see! E has been awake a ton today, I hope that means a good night tonight! Except he's gettin lazy at eating if I'm not constantly rubbing my boob, forget it! He's done! And tab, good luck with your sil!

Nickiesue - Wednesday, 30 Sep
YAY Krystal! That is so great! Tab - I would be very cautious too. Have you called your doc to see if your SIL could still be carrying it? Def protect your babies first. Nita - How are you doing sweetie? Last day in Hell! YAY!

Nickiesue - Wednesday, 30 Sep
oh poor baby kaylee. i'm glad they caught it, so hopefully the docs are able to keep an eye on it. I'll def pray for her though and her parents. I would be a nervous wreck.

Nickiesue - Wednesday, 30 Sep
Cass - has spenny had the mist thing before. if not, double check on the 'mist' flu shot thing. i'm not one who listens to warnings and stuff about the vaccines b/c ALOT of them are overhyped but i have heard from a couple of ppl who got that done for their kids and it just didn't turn out great. both kids seem to have more health issues now than before. then my mom mentioned something about it and said she read a small warning on it. Don't mean to freak you out. And please, correct me if i am wrong. i know everyone reacts differently with every shot. for some reason that one just made me weary.

tabatha - Wednesday, 30 Sep
good luck, krystal! that's awesome :)

cait - Wednesday, 30 Sep
WAHOO GODD LUCK!

jaydens-mommy - Wednesday, 30 Sep
YAYAYAYAYY I'm so excited you guys!!!! We just got approved for a loan to buy a house!!!!!!! There is two we are interested in so wish us luck!!!!

jaydens-mommy - Wednesday, 30 Sep
Cait- Kaylee is def. in my prayers.

cait - Tuesday, 29 Sep
wow cass that would be scary. I just never got a flu shot so I hadn't gotten the kids them..I dunno I will talk to the doctor next week at JJ's 1 year check up ( still in shock he is a year today!!!) Well I am off to bed I think I might have Jason snuggle with me since last year I had him at 9:51pm and they didn't come and get me until around 3am to see him..and then still I could on hold him with wires, I am so thankful that my babies are healthy!

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