Two-word sentences and pretend play are blooming.
These are things most children (about 3 in 4) can do by this age. Babies born early may reach them later — use their corrected age.
| Weight (3rd–97th) | Length (3rd–97th) | Head (median) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boys | 9.5–14.5 kg (median 11.8) | 80.5–91.6 cm (median 86) | 48 cm |
| Girls | 8.8–14.1 kg (median 11.1) | 78.7–90.5 cm (median 84.6) | 46.9 cm |
Any steady curve within this range is normal; what matters is that your baby follows their own curve over time.
No routine vaccine is scheduled this month on the IAP or UIP schedules. Check that earlier doses are complete.
Most 22-month-olds: says two-word phrases; follows two-step instructions; feeds a doll or teddy in pretend play; walks up steps holding on.
The WHO median is 11.8 kg for boys and 11.1 kg for girls; the normal range is wide (see the table).
11–14 h in 24 hours including 1 nap.