You and Your Toddler

Welcome to the world of parenting a toddler. As you travel on this journey of growth and development of your toddler, you will see changes in both your toddler and yourself. Use this section of the website to find information about caring for your toddler, caring for yourself, your toddler’s development from 6‑36 months, and parenting your toddler.

Caring for Your Toddler

Learn about caring for your toddler, including continuing to breastfeed, eating healthy, toddler care, toddler safety and toddler health.

Caring for Yourself

Find out about caring for yourself when your toddler is 6‑36 months old, including self care, physical activity, healthy eating, alcohol and tobacco use, and family planning during this time.

Toddler Development

Understand your toddler’s development at different ages, including 6‑9 months, 9‑12 months, 12‑18 months, 18‑24 months, 24‑30 months, 30‑36 months, and playing when toddlers are 6‑36 months old.

Parenting

Read about how to develop positive parenting skills for your 6‑36 month‑old toddler, and learn about child care for toddlers.