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There is no health problem unique to the fourteenth month that particularly arises at this time; children can experience the same problems as other children. Depending on the season, respiratory infections are common in winter among children who spend much time indoors in poorly ventilated places. In summer, sunstroke or summer diarrhea may be more common among children spending time at the sea, pool or in the sun.
Eating problems begin to become apparent in these months. In particular, excessive pressure from family adults over food can lay the foundations for serious appetite problems in the fourteenth and fifteenth months.
Home accidents are one serious danger at this stage. The child is mobile and can walk without holding on. Many objects, drawers and chemicals at home are within reach, and each can pose a serious risk. In homes with children between one and one and a half years old, or even older children, cleaning supplies, laundry detergent and dishwashing detergent should be kept out of reach, and adult medicines should be locked away. Home accidents and medicine poisoning are most common in this age period, so care is needed.
