Tzeadim › 2–3 years

Self care · Milestone

Uses a fork

Most children: 2y 4m–3y

What it is

Stabs soft food and brings it to the mouth.

Start preparing

1. Child-sized fork with short tines; pre-cut soft cubes (melon, pasta).

Sources

• Learn the Signs. Act Early. — milestone checklists (2022 revision) — CDC / American Academy of Pediatrics · checked 30-08-2026

Last reviewed 30-08-2026 · Confidence: high

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