Milestones for Toddlers by the end of 24 months 2 Years
Consider discussing with your child’s
physician if one or more of the following are observed:
qDoes
not walk or run
qDoes not
balance well when standing
qWalks
only
on toes
qSays less
than 25 words
qDoes not
combine 2 words (e.g. “go bye-bye”, “me eat”, “uh-oh mommy”)
qDoes not
show knowledge of the function of common objects (talking on toy
phone,
drink from cup, read book)
qDoes not
push a wheeled toy
qDoes not
attend to an activity for longer than 10 minutes (not T.V.)
qDoes not
comprehend simple yes/no questions (e.g. “Do you want more juice?”)
qDoes not
stack blocks after a model
qDoes not
scribble (after exposure to crayons and watching someone else scribble)
qDoes not
imitate words/actions
qDoes not
self feed
qHas feeding
issues such as trouble or difficulty biting, chewing, or swallowing
qExperiences
a
dramatic loss of skills he/she once had
Each
child develops at his/her own pace. Do not be alarmed if your child does not
follow this exact sequence. If you have concerns about your child’s
development, contact your doctor
A child in this age range would be referred to the Early Intervention
Program. For more information contact your physician or the
Public Health Department
in
your county:
•Oswego
County Health Services EI (315) 349-3500
•Onondaga
County Health Dept
Special Svs
(315) 435-3230
•Jefferson
County Community Services: (315) 785-3283
•Lewis
County Public Health Agency: (315) 376-5849
•Madison
County Public Health Department: (315) 366-2361
•Oneida
County Health Department: (315) 798-5249
You may request that Little Lukes
coordinate the evaluation or provide Early Intervention services including
speech therapy, occupational therapy or physical therapy. Little Lukes
is a leading provider of Early Intervention pediatric therapy services in
Central New York including Syracuse, Oswego and Watertown areas. Visit www.littlelukes.com
for information.