The development, feeding, and care of the 16-month-old baby

16-month-old baby

The development, feeding, and care of the baby who is 16 months old

All information about 16-month-old babies: their development and evolution, the most appropriate diet for them and the care they require.

16 mess baby development

Each month, the child walks more safely. To climb stairs, continue crawling. Start the preference for one hand. Performs activities such as building a tower with three cubes or putting balls in jars.

At the language level, you can name a familiar object (ball). Embrace the parents.

The food at 16 months

At sixteen months, the main food groups have already been incorporated into the child's diet. So, it is interesting to consider the following considerations:

Adequate calorie intake must be ensured for the child's age and physical activity.

The diet will be as varied as possible.

Food should not be overpaid.

The contribution of milk or dairy products will be at least 500 ml per day.

It is important that breakfast is complete.

Nuts, candies, fruits with seeds, french fries ... contain salt and/or excess sugar and can cause choking. Therefore, it is recommended to postpone its introduction.

The eating habits acquired in the first years of life greatly affect those of subsequent years.

Therefore, the child must get used to a regular schedule, avoiding eating between meals. Likewise, the child's appetite must be respected without forcing him to eat.

Care for the 16-month-old baby

With respect to the development of teething, it is probable that the eruption of the first molars has taken place and that the canine eruption begins.

Consequently, the child may have various symptoms: increased temperature, decreased appetite, irritability, heavy drooling or desire to bite.

To relieve such discomfort, give cold food and liquids, and offer teethers. The administration of an analgesic may be useful, as long as you have consulted with the pediatrician.