{"id":409,"date":"2026-07-01T14:46:28","date_gmt":"2026-07-01T11:46:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bodrumcocukhekimi.com\/en\/?p=409"},"modified":"2026-07-01T16:12:07","modified_gmt":"2026-07-01T13:12:07","slug":"what-can-a-one-year-old-do","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bodrumcocukhekimi.com\/en\/what-can-a-one-year-old-do\/","title":{"rendered":"What Can a One-Year-Old Do?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"409\" class=\"elementor elementor-409\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bf5991e e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"bf5991e\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d57ecf7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d57ecf7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<!--\n==============================================\nRANKMATH SEO INFORMATION\n==============================================\nFocus Keyword : What Can a One-Year-Old Do?\nSlug          : what-can-a-one-year-old-do\nMeta Title    : What Can a One-Year-Old Do? | Bodrum Pediatrician\nMeta Desc.    : What can a one-year-old do? Explore motor, language, social and psychosocial developmental milestones at 12 months \u2014 and which signs to watch for. Bodrum Pediatrician explains.\n==============================================\n-->\n\n<!-- Intro box -->\n<div style=\"background:#f0f7f4;border-left:4px solid #1D9E75;border-radius:0 10px 10px 0;padding:18px 22px;margin-bottom:28px;\">\n<p style=\"margin:0;font-size:15px;line-height:1.8;color:#1a1a1a;\"><strong>What can a one-year-old do?<\/strong> This is one of the most important developmental questions parents ask. The first year of life is one of the fastest periods of human development. It is essential to remember, however, that every child grows at their own pace \u2014 developmental milestones should always be assessed in the context of the child&#8217;s overall developmental profile, not as isolated checkpoints.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2>Motor Development: What Can a One-Year-Old Do Physically?<\/h2>\n\n<p>In terms of motor development, most one-year-olds have achieved the following:<\/p>\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Sits independently<\/strong> and maintains balance without support.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Crawls<\/strong> and pulls themselves up to standing using furniture or a wall.<\/li>\n<li>Many children begin <strong>cruising<\/strong> (walking along furniture); some can take a few independent steps or walk.<\/li>\n<li>Uses the <strong>pincer grasp<\/strong> \u2014 picking up small objects with the thumb and index finger.<\/li>\n<li>Can transfer objects from one hand or container to another, and intentionally releases objects.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>To periodically track your child&#8217;s motor and overall development, read our article on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bodrumcocukhekimi.com\/blog\/denver-testi-nedir\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">What Is the Denver Developmental Screening Test?<\/a><\/p>\n\n<h2>Language Development in a One-Year-Old<\/h2>\n\n<p>When asking what can a one-year-old do in terms of language, here is what to expect:<\/p>\n\n<ul>\n<li>Responds to their own name and understands simple instructions.<\/li>\n<li>Can say <strong>at least one or a few meaningful words<\/strong> such as &#8220;mama&#8221; or &#8220;dada.&#8221;<\/li>\n<li><strong>Points<\/strong> to communicate; waves hello and goodbye, and shows objects to others.<\/li>\n<li>Understanding many words without yet being able to say them is entirely normal at this age.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div style=\"background:#f0f7f4;border-left:4px solid #1D9E75;border-radius:0 10px 10px 0;padding:14px 18px;margin:16px 0;\">\n<p style=\"margin:0;font-size:14px;line-height:1.7;color:#085041;\"><strong>Good to know:<\/strong> Gestures such as waving, showing, and pointing are early and important signs of language development \u2014 even before spoken words emerge.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2>Social and Psychosocial Development at One Year<\/h2>\n\n<p>Socially, one-year-olds typically:<\/p>\n\n<ul>\n<li>Show <strong>clear attachment<\/strong> to primary caregivers (parents and close family).<\/li>\n<li>May be <strong>shy or wary around strangers<\/strong> and become distressed when separated from parents.<\/li>\n<li>Enjoy <strong>interactive play<\/strong> and reciprocal engagement.<\/li>\n<li>Demonstrate <strong>clapping, peek-a-boo play, and imitation behaviours<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<!-- Product box: Fever Sticker -->\n<div style=\"border:1px solid #d4ede6;border-radius:10px;padding:16px 20px;margin:24px 0;background:#ffffff;display:flex;gap:16px;align-items:flex-start;\">\n<div style=\"flex-shrink:0;width:48px;height:48px;background:#e1f5ee;border-radius:8px;display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;font-size:24px;\">\ud83c\udf21\ufe0f<\/div>\n<div>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 6px;font-weight:600;font-size:14px;color:#0F6E56;\">Expert Pick \u2014 DrTessia<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0;font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#333;\">Fever monitoring remains important throughout the first year and beyond. The <a href=\"https:\/\/drtessia.com\/urunler\/ates-olcer-sticker\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\"><strong>DrTessia Fever Indicator Sticker<\/strong><\/a> makes temperature tracking quick and fuss-free \u2014 simply stick it to the forehead for an instant reading.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2>Developmental Red Flags at One Year<\/h2>\n\n<p>The following signs in a one-year-old may indicate the need for a <strong>developmental assessment<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n<ul>\n<li>No eye contact<\/li>\n<li>Does not respond to their own name<\/li>\n<li>Does not point or gesture to communicate<\/li>\n<li>No movement or significant delay in motor development<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>If you notice any of these signs, it is recommended that you consult your paediatrician promptly. Regular well-child visits are invaluable for monitoring developmental milestones closely.<\/p>\n\n<p>To learn more about when imaging may be needed for your child, read our article on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bodrumcocukhekimi.com\/blog\/bebek-ve-cocuk-radyolojisi-nedir-ve-neden-onemlidir\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Paediatric Radiology: What Is It and Why Does It Matter?<\/a><\/p>\n\n<h2>How to Support Your One-Year-Old&#8217;s Development<\/h2>\n\n<p>Incorporating these approaches into your daily routine can meaningfully support your child&#8217;s development:<\/p>\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Talk constantly:<\/strong> Narrate daily activities and name objects around your child.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Create a safe space to move:<\/strong> Provide an open, safe area that encourages crawling, pulling up, and early walking.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Encourage eye contact:<\/strong> Peek-a-boo and face-to-face games support both social and cognitive development.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Read books together:<\/strong> Colourful picture books make an important contribution to language development.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<!-- Product box: Massage Balm -->\n<div style=\"border:1px solid #d4ede6;border-radius:10px;padding:16px 20px;margin:24px 0;background:#ffffff;display:flex;gap:16px;align-items:flex-start;\">\n<div style=\"flex-shrink:0;width:48px;height:48px;background:#e1f5ee;border-radius:8px;display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;font-size:24px;\">\ud83e\udd32<\/div>\n<div>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 6px;font-weight:600;font-size:14px;color:#0F6E56;\">Expert Pick \u2014 DrTessia<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0;font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#333;\">Baby massage supports motor development and strengthens the parent-child bond. 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What matters is <strong>tracking the overall trajectory of motor, language and social development<\/strong>, and consulting a paediatrician if any concerns arise. Regular health check-ups are your most reliable guide throughout this journey.<\/p>\n\n<p>For any questions about your child&#8217;s development, <strong>Bodrum Pediatrician<\/strong> is here to support you.<\/p>\n\n<!--\n==============================================\nEXTERNAL LINK SUGGESTIONS (add as needed)\n==============================================\n- American Academy of Pediatrics: https:\/\/www.healthychildren.org\/\n- CDC Developmental Milestones: https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/ncbddd\/actearly\/milestones\/\n- WHO Child Growth Standards: https:\/\/www.who.int\/tools\/child-growth-standards\n==============================================\n-->\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What can a one-year-old do? 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