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18-Month-Old Development Checklist: NHS
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18-Month-Old Development Checklist: NHS

1
Schedule developmental check-up with pediatrician
2
Ensure child can follow simple instructions
3
Monitor if child can walk alone
4
Check if child can speak several single words
5
Observe if child can hand you a book when asked
6
Assess if child can point to one body part when asked
7
Check if child can scribble on his/her own
8
Monitor if child can assist in dressing by pushing arm through sleeve
9
Verify child drinks from a cup
10
Approve: Doctor's Visit
11
Check child's reaction to strangers
12
Evaluate if child can play simple pretend, such as feeding a doll
13
Monitor if child can point to get the attention of others
14
Check if child can explore alone but with parent close by
15
Approval: Developmental Milestones
16
Collect doctor's feedback after check-up
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Compare feedback with home observations
18
Create a plan for next developmental steps based on feedback and observations
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Approval: Future Development Plan
20
Schedule another developmental check-up as per doctor's advice