When Does a Baby Become a Toddler?

Kids Grow Up Quick: When Is a Baby No Longer a Baby?

July 25, 2010

He might always be his mama's baby, but at what point does a babe transition into a tot? Some people say it is when a child walks, others factor in how much he talks or the types of food the child eats and his sleeping habits. Then there's the big first birthday, a milestone that for many marks the transition. What do you think?

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Girl Jen 2 years 42 weeks

One year. On my daughter's first birthday, she showed me that she wasn't a baby anymore. She stood, walked over to the door, pounded on it, and demanded, "dog! dog! dog!" It was the first time she had walked or talked. :wipes away happy tears: That being said, I think one year is the official threshold between baby and toddler.

starbucks 2 years 43 weeks

How about never? I don't want her to grow up... I always thought it was 12 months, but her first birthday is coming up and she's still such a baby to me!

lickety split 2 years 43 weeks

Ithink it's when they start having their own opinions. There comes a day when what is offered to them is not as interesting as what THEY want. They start pushing you and pulling you to direct and control their environment. Usually about 18 months.

Niami 2 years 43 weeks

Awww my two will always be my babies :)

amaebi519 2 years 43 weeks

I agree on 24 months!

techkim 2 years 43 weeks

California State licensings says its 24 months. I say when they get their first real hair cut that makes them look like a boy/girl more then a baby. Hence why I wait awhile on hair cuts LOL.

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