Yael, you have basically just described my 2 yo. And his brother is showing all the signs of being the same (and you think 1 keeps you busy LOL). The only difference between Jack and your son that I can tell, is that Jack loves books, so will read for a while. But even then he is never still. He can't even sit at the table to eat without needing to something with his hands and kick his feet. When I am out with Tom and Jack they are both constantly on the go - unless we are somewhere totally childproof I can't take my eyes of either of them for even a minute which means that I don't get to join in adult conversations etc.
I have to admit that ADHD has crossed my mind too, but we don't have real behavioural issues so I'm hoping that it's just high energy. Jack is also very bright - he could read all the letters of the alphabet and a few words before 18 months - in fact I think the only reason books keep him occupied is because he's learning from them. So I think sometimes the high energy and the being bright go together.
Anyway, I'm not sure if any of this has helped, but at least you know you are not alone being kept on your toes by an active toddler. And just think, it could always be worse - you could have an active 9 month old too!!
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