He can say alot of words now -- Dadi (Daddy), Mama, Popo/nai nai (granny), yeye (grandpa),ball, please, help, hug/baobao, keep, knock knock, clock, eat, scare (with his hand on his chest), duck, ccomb, nose, mouth, eye... and the list goes on. But Keane can definitely understand more words than he can say. He can also follow instructions given to him.
It's really amazing to see how a baby learns and develops!
Keane is now 19 months; a stage where he test water. He is interested to see how his parents or caregiver) will react to his actions - throwing of toys, tantrums, crying etc. These days when I bring him to the bookstore, Toys 'R' us, Kiddy Palace etc, he will start refusing to leave and cling on to a certain book or toy. It's high time to let him know he can't have anything and everything he sets his eyes on. Adults must never overindulge a child.
We all know that kids imitate adults. So it is vital that adults (parents, grandparents etc) put on positive behaviour in front of them, such as not littering, not throwing things etc. Or even when we are in a bookstore or toys store, we should not tear open anything that is wrapped without paying first. This is because the young brain will think that it is alright to do so.
Although some adults may argue that they will pay for the item at the end of the day, the young mind will not understand that, and worse, will have the mindset that, "Mum or dad will pay for them after I open them!" Hence, they will tear open the things they like, and expect the parents to buy them all! If we really want to open and check a certain item, we should get the salesperson to assist us.
Having said all that, I must admit I am learning myself too. When I see a negative behaviour of an adult with a kid, I will remind myself not to be like her/him. Every moment is a learning experience with my son. He taught me to be more tolerant, patient and to take note of my words and behaviour. If I'm not a mother, I don't think I can attain that kind of level.
