Dr. M.J. Bazos, MD, Patient Handout
12 Month Old Frequently Asked Questions

WHAT FOODS CAN MY 1 YEAR OLD HAVE?
At one year of age, the toddler can have most foods that the family is having with the obvious exception of foods he might choke on. The leading foods to avoid are peanuts, popcorn, hot dogs or sausages, celery and carrot sticks, whole grapes, raisins, pieces of raw vegetables and fruit, and large pieces of meat. Low-fat or skim milk should be avoided, and whole milk given since the 1 year old still requires some fat in his diet.

HOW CAN I CHILD-PROOF MY HOME?
As the toddler becomes more ambulatory and able to get around the house, it becomes more important to make any necessary changes to the house to ensure his safety. Locks on the cabinet doors, covers on the electric outlets, and removal of dangerous items out of the toddlers reach are all recommended. Syrup of Ipecac should be readily available in case of accidental ingestion of potentially harmful substances. However, always check with the Poison Control Center (if one is available) or with the health professional prior to giving Ipecac. The water temperature on the hot water heater should be set at 49 degrees Celsius to avoid burn injuries to the toddler.

AT WHAT AGE CAN I START TO POTTY TRAIN MY CHILD?
While all children mature at different rates, it is usually recommended to wait until age two years before trying to potty-train the toddler.

WHEN DOES MY CHILD RETURN FOR HIS NEXT HEALTH SUPERVISION VISIT?
At 15 months of age your child should have his next health supervision visit.