My toddler turns 2 in a week. He understands everything, but can say mum and dad but that's it. He mimics sounds, like cars, birds, dogs. He points at everything and very active, runs everywhere since 9 months old. He's my 4th child so we have a very busy and loud household. None of my other children were this slow at talking.
Hi Stephanie. The number one recommendation I can make is to talk to your pediatrician or get a free speech evaluation through your state's early intervention department if you are worried. This will help you make the best plan for supporting your little boy. More infö here: toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me And here's a great activity you can do in just 10 minutes a day to encourage more talking. I know it gets crazy with lots of kids in the house, and his older siblings may even be able to help with this one! toddlertalk.com/blog/focused-stimulation
@@macyblom5719 Hi Macy, sorry for the late reply. I wanted to share a few additional resources in case you find them helpful. Here is another one of my favorite speech therapy strategies for helping to grow toddler vocabulary - toddlertalk.com/blog/comments-over-questions I also want to share an awesome post written by a mom and speech therapist talking about speech delay. It's titled 'Did I cause my child's speech delay?' and I think it can be really helpful for parents who are feeling stressed or worried. I hope the same is true for you :) toddlertalk.com/blog/did-i-cause-my-childs-speech-delay
This is exactly the same case. When I went to the doctor they said he is a late bloomer but now he is 30 months old and we are starting to get really worried. Went today to a neurologist and he said he is fine, next to check his hearing, although he interacts with sounds and next to a psychiatrist.
My son is almost 2.5 never really says anything other than “THIS” when he hands me things he wants. He’s in early intervention. Working on getting him an occupational therapist as well. In therapy I’ve heard him say things like, bird, quack quack, Even a the word like potato! But day to day he only really babbles and makes sounds. It’s really stressful I don’t know what else to do. I feel like I’ve tried everything. He’s in daycare 1 day a week. My mom and I are pretty much around him all the time. Do you think it’s possible that he will talk but maybe he just doesn’t want to talk around myself and his grandma? I work at the daycare he goes to and he’s in the room I work in. So maybe when he moves up to the next room and in with new teachers he will talk. It’s really stressful I feel like I’m letting him down or not doing enough to help him progress 😢
Omg I feel so bad as a mother, I feel like I failed my 3 yr old. 😒 I have 3 older boys and I never had an issue with them speaking. But with my last child his 3 yr old and he understands everything, but speaks very little I finally asked hi Dr. And he referred him to speech therapy and he has started therapy already, but now I feel bad for letting it go this far, I wish I could have asked for help sooner, now Im spending all day trying to play with him and teach him with learning activities and he seems to really enjoy play time but gets very frustated when he can't Express what he wants or needs. 💔 New subscribers, will definitely be watching more of your videos, I just want to be able to help my boy start learning more and more words esch and every day. Thank you.
Hi MJ. I want to assure you that you are that you are not alone in starting speech therapy at 3 years old. And tell you that you are a fantastic mom 🥰 My biggest piece of advice is to take a step-by-step approach to practicing speech at home. It is so important to set aside time for practice, and time to relax, and time to just have fun! I'm also working on a new video that shows you how to help young children experience less frustration when they don't have the words to say what they want. Keep an eye out next week for this video! And please don't hesitate to reply here or send me a message ( www.toddlertalk.com/site/contact ) with any specific questions you have or if there is a particular video you'd like to see.
@@toddlertalk Thank you so much for replying, yes I'd like to know, and I'm just lost on what I should be focusing more on teaching my boy. Should I just focus on teaching him words, is trying to teach him his colors and Abc's or letter sounds too much for him? I just always find myself lost on this I really want for him to be ready when he starts school but then again with the very small words that he says I also just want to teach him more words. I made him a folder with a lot of print outs and laminated them. So he can play match and also printed out his full name so he can practice it. Like I said he is very smart he can recite a whole movie to you his veru good at imittating and gets the concepts of things. Our only problem here is his speach. But Im staying positive and know that my boy will soon be talking more. 🙏
Hi MJ. Wow, I can tell you are working really hard to practice at home. My recommendation is always to work on words and phrases your son can say to ask for things or tell you what he needs. I like to teach words/phrases kids can use to ask for what they want to eat/drink, activities they want to do, asking for help, and letting you know if they need the restroom. Being able to communicate his wants and needs will be tremendously helpful when your son goes to school :) Once children are saying several hundred words or can communicate their wishes without getting frustrated, then you can think about letters, numbers, colors etc. So first focus on expressing wants and needs, and then teach academic vocabulary like colors, letters, and numbers :) Have you tried my free Foundations Program? I would recommend signing up (it's free!) and downloading the worksheets for each lesson. They will help you think about one thing you can do each week to practice at home. I recommend working on each lesson for 1 week to really get the full benefit! www.toddlertalk.com/offers/EDnyd6ie/checkout
@@tharikasamarakoon6229 Thank you for asking. Let me tell you that he only got services for 3 months and that’s all he needed in order for him to develop his speech. He is doing amazing thank god now he can comunícate he can express what his feelings his like a sponge now anything he hears he’ll repeat it amases me every day with new words that he say every day. 🥰 Im so happy that his able to speak now because I was so worried that my baby was not going to speak at all but thanks to the speech therapy it helped him A lot.
Your video was so helpful, my son starts school September and I'm a little worried he'll be behind as he cant speak as fluently, I promise to take time out to start working with him to see how best he can develop with colour numbers and letters
I am so glad you found it helpful! I am going to link my favorite toddler language activity. It walks you through choosing the best words to practice at home and gives you ideas about how to incorporate practice into your day to day life :) toddlertalk.com/blog/focused-stimulation
Hi there, i come from a developing country and just came across this video. We don’t have speech therapists here and only 1 specialized pediatricians here usually hes always occupied. How can i seek help to get my 3yr old daughter speaking. She understands but the expressing part i see her get frustrated sometimes when i don’t understand what she wants
Hi! I have created a resource that will help you find the best lessons to be practicing at home, and each lesson comes with activities I explain step by step. I am going to link it here for you :) toddlertalk.com/toddler-talk-language-program
My two year isn’t talking much. But he is familiar with his numbers and some letters and colors. He will count 1,2,3 and 5 he will count on his fingers. When I ask him to show me certain colors he will, and same with letters. If I ask him to throw things away he will. But he is not speaking. He has been in speech since 15 or 16 months old. He has said mama once
Hello, and thank you for sharing your experience here. I completely understand that it can be discouraging when you put your time and energy into speech therapy and don't see the results you were hoping for. I have a few resources that may help. First, I want to share this blog post that talks about some of the best questions to ask your child's speech therapist - toddlertalk.com/blog/best-questions-to-ask-your-speech-therapist - Speech therapy is very much a team activity, so maybe some of these questions can open up a new channel of communication and enhance your experience. Second, I really love this resource - amzn.to/3ZnJteE It's a book written by a speech therapist that talks about how to support children in being ready to learn, which I feel is a really important step that can be forgotten about in speech therapy. Lastly, I'm going to share my activities library, which is a collection of simple activities you can use at home to support communication (look for ones that use toys you already have and your child loves!) - toddlertalk.com/blog/category/Activities
My son has said many words but never repeats them. At 7 months old he said mother and father and when prompted to say it again, he just stopped and now at 2 has never said those words again. Then at church he said Amen 2 times, and has refused to do so again. I've counted at least 50 words he has said and we have recordings of him saying them and right after not saying them again. Its getting a bit frustrating because he just does not WANT to speak.
Hi, thanks for your message. One strategy I use in speech therapy is to find an activity that your child loves! And build in communication practice around that activity, so there is so motivation for them to communicate. And I don't focus on just saying words (because talking can be really hard, and we don't want to frustrate them if they actually aren't able to say words), I also reward gestures or any attempt to communicate with me. I am going to link a few activities that you may find helpful. - You might try practicing with sounds before moving onto words (there's often less pressure and your little one may be more excited to try sounds versus words) - toddlertalk.com/blog/imitating-sounds-speech-therapy - Tips for imitation - toddlertalk.com/blog/repeating-words-speech-therapy - Information about language regression (when kids stop saying words they used to) - toddlertalk.com/blog/my-toddler-is-not-saying-words-they-used-to - What counds as a word - toddlertalk.com/blog/first-words
My toddler has been in therapy for almost 8 months. He understands sometimes, doesn’t speak or respond to items. He will bring you to items but no sounds. He will look at you but doesn’t respond. I don’t know where to go or what to do
Hi, thanks for sharing your experience here. I am sure other parents are experiencing the same thing. I want to share a resource I have that can help you find activities and things you can do at home (that don't take a ton of extra time or resources) to practice communication. I often find it's about focusing on the baby steps (rather than trying for big steps)... it's a one step at a time kind of approach. And I think this tool does a nice job in guiding you through the baby steps. toddlertalk.com/toddler-talk-language-program Also I just want to say you're doing a great job 💛 I understand it can be so hard to go to therapy week after week and not see the progress you are hoping for. Remember it's always okay to talk to your therapist about this too, you can set goals together so you can celebrate the little steps as a team. And also, remember it's okay to take a break from therapy if/when you need it (you can always practice at home!) - talk openly with your speech therapist about what's working for you. You've got this!
Hi. I am going to share a resource that talks a little bit more about how bilingual or multilingual language development works, that way you can compare to what you're seeing at home - toddlertalk.com/blog/bilingual-language-development And if you have concerns about speech and language development, I would recommend a speech and language evaluation. Here in the US, there are 2 options. You can schedule an evaluation through your insurance or for free through your state's public school system (both are great option!). I am going to link a guide to finding a speech therapist and also an article about what to expect at a speech and language evaluation. Speech therapy with insurance - toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me Speech therapy through school district - toddlertalk.com/blog/iep-speech-therapy What to expect at a speech and language evaluation - toddlertalk.com/blog/does-my-toddler-need-speech-therapy
@@janne4440 thanks for checking in, yes he does. Still mixing all 3 languages together along with his own gibberish, but it's getting better step by step 😉
My LB is 3, tuned in November and isn’t really talking yet…. We are a bilingual family. I’m English, my partner is Portuguese and we moved to Portugal when little one was 6months old and in the house we speak 80% English. He started saying his first words at the right age and all that bit now at age 3 he’s nowhere near where he should be I don’t think…. He’s copying what we say but is slow to use it in his own language in a productive way. He says things like “Look, plane”…..or… “come this way”…..but he’s not putting words together to make sentences. He says a few words like -Apple….eat….water….sleep…. No…yes… no more….finished… potty…. Bike…. Walk… swings… elephant… dinosaur…umbrella… But he’s using them as singular words to communicate. I will admit that we have been lazy.. When he says Eat, we answer by saying you are hungry, let’s go and find some food. Instead of asking him to elaborate… We are working on this and seeing a bit of change. Myself and my partner aren’t huge talkers though either….I far prefer silence than talking for the sake of talking and my partner is the same, so there is that too…. He sings to all the movies he watches… sings along to all the old Disney films in perfect tone, tempo and in sync. Even if he hadn’t watched it in a few weeks he still remembers. He also goes around saying things from the films and programmes he watches like “Look Timmy, a story box!” From Timmy Time… but he does t really use any of it to necessarily communicate with you. I’m trying not to worry and leaving on the fact that apparently Einstein only started talking when he was 4… so I clearly have a genius… (joking) Im hoping language will one when he decides it’s needed as at the moment it’s nowhere near his top on priority list!
Hi, thank you so much for sharing your experience here! I know lots of other parents will be able to relate. That's fantastic that your son is growing up in a bilingual household (I'm always a little jealous that I didn't grow up learning more than one language from the start :)! I've summarized current research on bilingual language development, and I'll link it here in case you're interested: toddlertalk.com/blog/bilingual-language-development The key takeaway is that being bilingual (or multilingual) does not cause language delays. And I totally get it. I have a newborn right now and it's tough to talk or engage with him all the time. What I do (and what I recommend to families) is to set aside 15 or so minutes a few times a day that you're going to focus on talking or singing with them. You can set a timer on your phone, and then when the time is up you can go back to "normal." But during your 15 minutes you'll focus on using some of these speech therapy strategies to promote talking: toddlertalk.com/blog/focused-stimulation toddlertalk.com/blog/getting-face-to-face toddlertalk.com/blog/comments-over-questions toddlertalk.com/blog/toddler-imagination I'm not sure about in Portugal, but here in the US 3 year olds can get speech therapy through the public school system for free (an awesome resource many families don't know about)! Feel free to share any resources you may know about in Portugal for other families who are watching :) Lastly, I always have to say that I do recommend talking with your pediatrician or a health care provider who knows your child individually about your observations or concerns so they can advise you on the best next step for your family, whether it be practicing at home, speech therapy, or something else!
Hi my son is 22 months and he can speak few words....but he will never say what i say.though he interacts in glibberish language with everyone.Please help me
Hi! I want to share my most recent blog post with you. It talks all about how play sounds are a gateway to saying more words. Working on imitation of sounds (or copying sounds you say) may help your child learn to later copy more words. Sounds are easier to start with because they are easier to pronounce! - toddlertalk.com/blog/play-sounds And as always, if you have concerns or you don't notice changes at home I always recommend talking with your doctor or a speech therapist in your area :)
This is a great video! My 2 years old daughter just start 2 months ago saying mommy,daddy and few vocals..hope soon start talking,i'm worry about her progresa.i try everyday saying words..
You got this! I know it can be hard when you're practicing with talking at home, and you want nothing more than your daughter to learn lots of new words. Celebrate your little wins and remember to have fun along the way :)
My 3 year old points and grunts, he can count and identify numbers 1-10, can say his uncle's name and few things, should i still take him to a speech therapist?
Hi. Yes, I would recommend speech therapy to understand better what is making it harder for him to learn to talk. Understanding this can help you discover the best ways to support communication growth. I am going to link a helpful resource for you that talks about getting started in speech therapy for children who are 3+, plus I'll include a link to what to expect at a speech and langauge evaluation. toddlertalk.com/blog/iep-speech-therapy toddlertalk.com/blog/does-my-toddler-need-speech-therapy
My 22 month daughter has zero interest in talking. She grunts and points. Can do anything you tell her tho. My wife taught her some sign language and she does that well. She will say, nack for snack, Kee for kitty. and yell mom all day. But that's about it. Super frustrating.
Hi Mike. I think I have some resources or information that may be helpful for you and your daughter. First, I would definitely recommend consulting with a speech therapist in your community. Sometimes children have a hard time moving their mouth for speech and a speech therapist can tell you more about what is making it harder for your daughter to talk and what specifically you can do to support her. I know it's really frustrating and you all are eager for her to talk more, and speech therapy often gives families the fastest results. Here's a link for how to find a speech therapist near you - toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me I also want to include some information about speech development in general. I have a short series of videos that explain the different parts of speech development (pronunciation). You may recognize that one area seems to be challenging for your daughter, and we have additional resources as to what you might do at home to support. I will link that here as well: 4 minute video - ua-cam.com/video/se5gFUrDal0/v-deo.html&embeds_euri=https%3A%2F%2Ftoddlertalk.com%2F&feature=emb_logo more comprehensive video series if you have time (15 minutes) - toddlertalk.com/speech-development
My son was the same way. We started speech therapy 6 months ago and we worked on sign language. He did well and was able to learn all the basic signs. He also started saying consonant sounds and vowels because we sing the alphabet song and phonics songs every day. We are now moving on to 2 sound words like: boo, up, go. I would highly suggest a speech therapist. Also, sing the alphabet and phonics songs every day. This really does help them say their first sounds.
UPDATE: She is now approaching 3. She's 33 months. She is using sentences, not always clear, but you can decipher. Count to 5. Potty trained. Moral of the story..... just relax. Everything will be ok. I have decided that media/peers will fill your head with doubt and concern. Parents, it's all going to be ok.
@@Mike45-47Qthank you so much for updating. My daughter is 22 months, been on the wait lists since 18 months. Today is the first time I had the full “what if she never talks?” thought. The relief I got with your update here reminds me of the trust and hope I’ve had for her this far and that I know the day will come.
My boy is 5 years he doesn’t talk he only says few words like mama papa and all, he used to get scared of water but now he doesn’t, but he is scared of rain though,,, is it normal? Plz help also he is stubborn sometimes… otherwise everything is normal he plays well he dance and he understands everyyything sometimes he acts normal but sometimes stubborn, im so worried… is he normal?
My first child didn’t speak until he was 2. My second child is speaking more than my first did, but not as many words as he should; he’s almost 2 and understands everything. Every child learns to talk in their own time - evaluation and testing is unnecessarily stressful.
I agree that every child talks at their own pace, you're totally right. However, I would still encourage families to schedule a speech and language evaluation for their child if they have any concerns, because while some children may catch up on their own others benefit from extra support. Here are my top reasons why scheduling an evaluation may actually eliminate stress. 1. You'll get a clear picture of how your child is developing across different areas of communication. You can celebrate the areas they are excelling in and learn the areas that you can support at home. Sometime just a little bit of extra practice goes a really long way for toddlers. Here's more information about what you can expect at a speech and language evaluation - toddlertalk.com/blog/does-my-toddler-need-speech-therapy 2. For me, learning can help reduce anxiety. At a speech evaluation, the speech therapist can help teach you strategies to use at home and teach you about what skills are best to focus on for your child. Just gathering more information can help you feel more in control. 3. A speech and language evaluation can be completely free here in the US. And you can always cancel a scheduled appointment if your concerns go away, while it can be really challenging to find an appointment last minute. You can learn more about how to schedule a free evaluation through your local state program here - toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me And here's one final resource about the best time for speech therapy and why - toddlertalk.com/blog/best-time-for-toddler-speech-therapy
I have a 2 year old, 28 month old to be exact and she says absolutely zero words. She grunts and points, knows sign language for please, more, eat, drink and we taught her a sign to go potty. She comprehends a good amount if we tell her something or ask for something, but she doesn’t say anything. She did use to say mama but that’s it and she no longer says it. We had her in speech therapy for maybe 2 months before she turned 2 but tbh, my husband and I didn’t see any differences when we went 2x a week. All we noticed was them narrating everything she interacted with and we narrate at home with her too. What else would a speech therapist do if I were to revisit going back? Financially it was too much money after a couple months, close to $1000. Sadly I don’t have the funds to do that especially if it doesn’t seem beneficial..
Hi :) Thanks for reaching out. I'm sorry to hear you didn't have the experience you were hoping for in speech therapy. I am going to link a free resource I created that asks you questions about how your child is communicating and will recommend specific lessons and activities for your child's level. These are the strategies and activities I use in speech therapy - for toddlers it's often about changing the way we communicate with them in little ways so it's easier for them to learn (because we know we can't make them do anything 😂). So speech therapy should really be about working as a team and teaching you what to do at home to get the most out of it. toddlertalk.com/toddler-talk-language-program In the US, you can also often get speech therapy at less of a cost through the state's early intervention program, which may be worth checking out. You can read more about that option in this blog post - toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me I also want to share this resource about the difference between speech and language. If you feel that your daughter is having challenges with speech I would really recommend looking for a different speech therapy - maybe through a state program - because there are more nuanced therapy techniques to support speech development, especially at such a young age - toddlertalk.com/blog/speech-versus-language
@@toddlertalk Thank you so much! I did look at the early intervention program after I wrote my comment and I have a zoom meeting next week and then my daughter will have an evaluation. I’m also going to try speech therapy again since she’s older and I’ll find a way to pay for it. I just thought the speech therapist would work more with me but their approach is for the parents to sit back and remain quiet while they interact with the child. When I spoke with someone for early intervention, she told me it’s more about working with the parents than the child. So hopefully doing both will help my daughter begin communicating.
@@RahulKumar-kn6it No still not yet but she's understanding some more sign language we showed her. We have an interview with our states early intervention program for next week and we believe we'll qualify since she isn't speaking.
My 2 yo. ( his bday in 2 months) can identify all sort of things but cannot formulate a sentence. I feel like im a bad mom and very lacking. Im getting anxiety thinking he might have a problem.
Hi Jesume, thank you so much for sharing your experience. I want to start off by assuring you that you're a fantastic mom and that it's not your fault if your son isn't talking in sentences yet. Being a later talker is probably more common than you think. In fact, over 10% of toddlers will qualify as late talkers, so please know you're not alone. I have 2 suggestions for you that will hopefully give you some peace of mind. First, you can talk to your child's pediatrician at their next appointment (or even call to talk to a NP or send a message digitally to your doctor) and ask for a referral for a speech and language evaluation. That way you can get more specific information about the possibility of speech therapy for your son. I wrote a guide to finding a speech therapist near you if you want some more specific guidance you can follow along here - toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me :) Second, you can take our free assessment and get a customized lesson plan by following this link: toddlertalk.com/speech-therapy-for-toddlers The assessment takes about 10 minutes to complete and you'll get a report that shows you how your son is developing compared to other kids his age. Then we'll give you a personalized lesson plan so you can start supporting his communication skills at home today using proven, practical speech therapy strategies! Let me know if any other questions come up 💛
Hello 👋 my son is 18 months old. He says mama and dada and he will say the occasional word here and there. I have noticed that he has a hard time positioning his tongue correctly when he tries to speak and he always pushes like he is making a huge effort to say things but it doesn’t come out. I’m going to ask for a referral on our next Dr. Visit but do you have any advice? He does not point yet, he has only done it once but can do things like saying bye bye and understands many more things like come here, jump, twirl, dance, up and down, put in, and mimics everything that his dad and i do…I have tried getting him to say simple things like “go” and “up” and I try to have him complete a song lyric. I exercise these by using toys and when he’s wanting to be picked up but he just stares at me and laughs like he knows exactly what he is supposed to do but doesn’t do it. We speak 2 languages in our home and his Dr. said not to worry until he was two because he’s likely trying to pick up in both languages. But I’m don’t want to wait that long.
Hi! Thanks for reaching out, I'm happy to share my recommendations. First, I agree that speaking more than one language does not negatively impact language development. If you're curious to learn more I've written a blog post that summarizes the research on that topic here: toddlertalk.com/blog/bilingual-language-development I also agree that getting a referral for a speech therapist who can work directly with your son is the best next step. We'll want to watch him as he communicates and give you really personalized recommendations. If you're in the US there are actually 2 options for speech therapy. Going to link my guide here in case it would be helpful: toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me While you're waiting my recommendation would be to take a few steps back and build up his communication beginning with something he can already do. When I think about learning to talk, I think about imitation. In general, children learn to imitate actions, then hand gestures, then sounds, then words. If your child is imitating actions when you're playing, I would focus on that skill - because learning imitation in this activity will help build the skill and ready him for copying gestures, then sounds, and then words. I will link some tips/activities here for each level to give you some ideas of how to do this at home! Actions - toddlertalk.com/blog/imitation-skills-speech-therapy Gestures - toddlertalk.com/blog/communicating-with-gestures Sounds - toddlertalk.com/blog/imitating-sounds-speech-therapy Words - toddlertalk.com/blog/repeating-words-speech-therapy I hope you find it helpful :)
My son is 26 months and he started saying words and he just stopped. He points, understands what's being said to him, he just doesn't speak. He also does this thing where he close his hands and rubs his cheek or takes his father's hand and passes it over his head to soothe himself when he's angry. I'm do scared and worried....help me.
Hi Shirlann. I am happy to share some resources with you. My first recommendation to everyone is to always consult your child's doctor. It's important to share you concerns as the doctor can help refer you to a speech therapist in your area. Having that in person interaction can be really valuable in finding out what's making it harder for your son to learn to talk and how you can help him specifically. Here's more information about finding a speech therapist near you: toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me Here are some of my favorite resources for at home speech practice: toddlertalk.com/blog/focused-stimulation toddlertalk.com/blog/speech-delay-in-toddlers toddlertalk.com/blog/category/Activities Lastly, here's an article that explains why some kids stop saying words they used to say: toddlertalk.com/blog/my-toddler-is-not-saying-words-they-used-to
My son is 2yrs and 6 months. He knows over 60 words, but does not combine words. He used to repeat words in front of my husband and myself, but now he will only talk around other children. He babbles and will randomly blurt out a sentence or a word I haven’t heard him say yet. He understands and follows direction and He counts aloud - he loves numbers more than words. His father and my brother didn’t start speaking until they were 3 year olds. I need direction in what to do.
Hi, and thanks for reaching out. My best advice is to talk to your pediatrician about a speech and language evaluation. I know that taking the time for the appointment isn't the easiest option, but it definitely will give you the most information. Milestones, like combining words, alone cannot be used to diagnose - they're intended to help us know when it's time to take a closer look. Here's a resource that explains how to find a speech therapist in the US - toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me I'm also going to share a blog post I have with suggestions and activities for encouraging children to combine words :) toddlertalk.com/blog/putting-2-words-together
Hi Sofia :) That's a great question. I think there's no question that covid has impacted children's development, but it probably isn't the reason why a toddler can understand everything but hasn't started talking. Of course I don't know for sure, this is just my best educated guess. Toddlers learn by copying or imitating what other people do and say. So if your toddler has been at home with you I'm betting you've spent a lot of time doing your daily activities and playing together. I always recommend a speech and language evaluation with a speech therapist who can get to know your toddler and your family and give very personalized insights. Here's my post all about the options for toddler speech therapy and how to find a speech therapist near you - toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me
Hi. Been watching few of ur vids and they give me some comfort and relief as a parent. I habe a 30 month old who is very energetic but may be slow in learning speech. He does learn alot from kid videos, sounds he hears from things around the house. He does say few commands like if he dont see mom around, he will says wheres mommy or go mommy or say baby brother sleeping( i tell him mommy and baby brother are upstairs sleeping) he mimmicks alot of noise, whirling sound of wash dryer, fans, loves clicking on buttons for effects, opens the fridge to tell me yogurt etc. But is this enough? I can probably guesstimate he knows good 50 words or so knows instructions by body language somewhat, but kids being kids, sometimes gets preoccupied with their things, dont listen sometimes. We hav speech development session lined up for feb thru aug, right before he goes to 3k. Is this delayed or on the right path
Hi! That's wonderful that you have speech therapy sessions lined up beginning this month. I think speech therapy will be a very supportive step in preparing for 3k. At 30 months I would be listening for more than 50 words. I am going to link some of my favorite activities and strategies you might try at home alongside your speech sessions. It's also a great idea to ask for "homework" from your speech therapist so you can practice the same specific skills at home :) toddlertalk.com/blog/focused-stimulation toddlertalk.com/blog/toddler-imagination toddlertalk.com/blog/speech-delay-in-toddlers
What if my toddler is only saying mama and not answering to his name? He is 18months and he’s understanding things as well. He also try’s to sound words, yet he says mama only.
Hi, thanks for your message. It's so hard to answer these types of questions online because communication development is so complex. There are so many aspects to it! If you have concerns, I recommend talking with your pediatrician or scheduling a free early intervention evaluation through your state program (in the USA). As a mom it's always helpful to gather information from professionals in different areas so I can decide what's going to be the best call for my family. If you're looking for some at home tips or activities, you can check out this resource! toddlertalk.com/toddler-talk-language-program
My daughter is two and when I went to her check up I felt like the worst parent ever . Her pediatrician told us she needs speech therapy she super shy but she also will say go or bye or no and she will say dada or mama but he pediatrician says she needs to name five body parts .
Hi Maya 💛 Thank you for sharing. Getting referred to speech therapy doesn't mean you're a bad parent! Some children simply need a little bit of extra support in learning to talk, and this has nothing to do with you. I am going to link a post that's written by a fellow mom, it talks about feeling guilty as a parent and what does cause speech delay - toddlertalk.com/blog/did-i-cause-my-childs-speech-delay - I hope you find that comforting or helpful. And I know it may be tempting to now go 100% with at home speech practice. But I always find it better to pick a few things you can do every day, because it's the repeated practice that really helps. And the good news is little changes or activities can go a long way. I am going to link my favorite here :) toddlertalk.com/blog/focused-stimulation
I know a lot of 2 year toddlers and they do not say 5 body parts. All say 2 year kid need to do this, but infact is between 2-3. You will se at 2 and 4 mounths will say a lot more at 2 and 6 MTHS a lot more and so on. I repeat some word in the morning like ,,want water " and next day he repeat in whisper. You learn them now and in few mounth they will say it, not all say imediatly. In Germany do not make speach therapy with kids under 2,5 if the child understand all. Do not stres, take it easy, make activity, no pressure, if he will need therapy is ok will help more help to develop
Please I really need help, my daughter she will be 3 years old on 16 may . Still not talking, she only say no and if you ask her 1+1 she's able to answer 2. When she was one year she used to say some words like mum, water and juice 🧃. And she used to call her 16 years old big sister mum also . I don't really know what has happened to my daughter and I'm told we have no speech therapist in my country Zambia 🇿🇲 so far💔 😭
I know exactly how you feel, my son couldn't talk and got me so worried and got a recommendation about herbal healing on youtube Doctor isibor herbal healing helped my child speak 😊😊😊😊and I'm so happy ❤️
Hi Susan, I am happy to share some specific resources with you. If you haven't taken our online quiz, this will point you in the direction of the best lessons for your daughter to practice with first, next, and so on. Here's that link - toddlertalk.com/toddler-talk-language-program You might try communicating with gestures, rather than talking at this stage in development. I am going to link some resources that help with teaching gestures: - toddlertalk.com/blog/baby-sign-language -toddlertalk.com/blog/communicating-with-gestures These lessons & activities may also be appropriate - as with everything you can read through and see what you think best fits for your family - toddlertalk.com/blog/people-play toddlertalk.com/blog/joint-attention toddlertalk.com/blog/imitation-skills-speech-therapy toddlertalk.com/blog/teach-toddler-to-ask-for-help
My son 6.5 understands everything,even facial expressions ,but can't speak a single word just relies on pointing..He has a mild tounge tie that no ENT takes into account.Can you suggest anything
Hi :) Unfortunately, it's so hard to make suggestions online because communication is so complex. In general, I usually explore Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) for children who are not speaking - there are tons of different AAC options and I love AAC because it gives a person some independence and can reduce frustration related to communication. I would talk to the teachers at school and work with a speech therapist if you are able to find the best communication style for your child.
Hi, my 3 yr old have right hemiphersis with frontal lobe effected..taking speech theraphy from last 6 months.. he understand everything but speaks only mama,papa ,coco and 2 3 more words..and speak few words then forgot them i don't know what to do next? No tongue tie + no hearing issues..he is hyperactive child.
Hi, I'm happy you reached out. I am sure you've been working really hard in speech therapy thus far and I know it can be hard to understand the next steps when it comes to practice. First, I would talk to your speech therapist to understand the goals you're working on - children generally make the best progress when everyone is helping them learn the same skills at the same time using strategies that work for them - consistency really is key. With a limited background, I can't make any personalized recommendations, but I do have a free quiz + lesson plan tool that suggests tips and activities for your child. I'd recommend checking it out to see if there's something that might be helpful for you :) toddlertalk.com/toddler-talk-language-program
My son is 3 years 9 months , can say mum, that, and uses head shake to say yes or no. we also use some makaton here in the UK. he is seeing a speech language therapist since last November but still no visible improvement. now waitign for a peadiatrician to check if anything else is wrong. it is very stressful and i am googling videos to see if i can do something about it....
Hi, thank you for sharing. I want to share a few resources with you in case they are helpful. First, these are strategies that I'd recommend any parent use when building communication at home - toddlertalk.com/blog/focused-stimulation toddlertalk.com/blog/getting-face-to-face toddlertalk.com/blog/comments-over-questions toddlertalk.com/blog/toddler-imagination I'd also recommend reading this blog post - toddlertalk.com/blog/best-questions-to-ask-your-speech-therapist - I find that communication between myself as a speech therapist and parents can be key to success. It's important to help parents understand the goals we're working on and be confident in how they can practice at home. It's also important that parents have input in what we're working on and which activities we're using. Working as a team can go a long way - so maybe some of these questions can help.
hello. may I ask something about my daughter. she's 10 years old. a SPED student at a public school here in the Philippines. my daughter understands everything but can't talk much. she rarely speaks sentences like what are you doing or stop it or where are you or one more or mommy or mama. she can say the word i read to her. she is doing good in school. her teacher told me. but I don't know if she is just speech delayed and has a possibility to talk one day.
Hi Glanda, Thanks for reaching out. Unfortunately I can't know how your daughter's language will continue to develop as I haven't had the opportunity to meet her, and we never really know what will happen in the future. For children in elementary school who aren't talking, I recommend an alternative means of communication, which speech therapists call AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication). I am going to link a resource that explains more about what AAC is and provides additional resources at the bottom. www.asha.org/public/speech/disorders/aac/ I also have a video that shows how you might make an at home AAC board. I will link the video here. ua-cam.com/video/vGgA3P5nGRs/v-deo.html
Hi, thanks for reaching out. I have a couple of general recommendations. First, if speech therapy is available to you I always find it can be very helpful to have a person in your community who can meet and work with you and your child. As a Mom, it's always helpful to me to have support and find the best ways to help my child (because all kids are different :) Here's some information on finding a speech therapist - toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me You can also do a ton to practice at home. Here are a few great resources: Start here - learning the difference between speech and language so you can determine what you want to be practicing with at home - (second video in this series) - toddlertalk.com/speech-development#start To practice with language at home, check out this great tool. You'll answer questions about how your child is communicating and specific activities will be recommended for you - toddlertalk.com/toddler-talk-language-program And as always, your child's doctor is a great resource. Always discuss any concerns with them and see what other resources may be available to you :)
My son he is 4 years old and he has delayed !! He is behind not as other kids at his age. I'm really worried about him He understands everything in English and arabic but he has difficult time to say a whole sentence please I really need to know how I can help him ?! He has a speech therapist but he doesn't help him at all?! This is really frustrating
Hi, I am sorry to hear that you're having a frustrating time in speech therapy. My first recommendation is always to ask to work with a different speech therapist if that's possible. Sometimes a different person's perspectives or approaches may be a better fit for a particular child. I'm also going to link a resource that has a series of videos and resources that teach about toddler speech development. For children who are understanding really well but not talking as much as expected, I always consider if their speech skills (the ability for their mouth to move to pronounce the sounds and words). This information may help you decide if it seems like your son is having difficulties with speech or not. And then you can talk to your speech therapist about your observations. I'll also link a resource that practices telling simple stories or talking in sentences which you may find helpful - toddlertalk.com/blog/learn-story-telling
Hi! I'm so glad the video was helpful :) I am currently on maternity leave so I am not working with any families directly. If you can give me a little more information about what you're looking for I am happy to give you some recommendations for either in-person or virtual speech therapy support. And, as always, I'm happy to share any of the free resources I have available if you let me know what you're looking for.
I am not able to give medical advice. If you are looking at medications, it is important to consult with a doctor or physician. However, there are no medications that directly help with communication. When it comes to communication, it's important to take a holistic approach - supporting any underlying conditions and encouraging communication in speech therapy.
My son, it's almost 3. He used to say words, but when his little brother was born, I focused more on the baby than him, and now it makes me sad because now he doesn't say anything sometimes 😢,so his doctor referred us to a speech language or something and everything went great until the therapist heard my son singing the song open and shut from miss Rachel then she ask if I've heard of the word autism I said no... She said some kids who watch and learn from watching TV might be like that, and I was lost of words. Is this true?? I'm waiting for my sons language evaluation or whatever they called it, and they said it will take 2 to 3 months, and my son will be 3 by then so they can't help him when his 3😢..so right now I'm looking for ways to help him talk more so thank you for you're videos it helped me a lot...❤
Hi Rachel, Thank you for reaching out. I'm sorry to hear that you were faced with hard words and a challenging system, it doesn't make the speech therapy process easy. I want to share an article I wrote about finding a speech therapist through your local school district. If you live in the US, this would be most helpful. All children can be evaluated and treated for speech therapy through the public school; this applies even if your son isn't going to preschool and you can schedule an evaluation usually before he turns 3, so that way you can get started quickly after his birthday. Linking a full explanation here: toddlertalk.com/blog/iep-speech-therapy It's totally normal to feel guilty as a parent and blame yourself, but it's important to know it's not your fault. You may find comfort in this article written by a fellow mom: toddlertalk.com/blog/did-i-cause-my-childs-speech-delay Lastly, the speech therapist seems to be suggesting that your son may be using echolalia, which is a characteristic of autism. I am going to link an article about echolalia so you can see if you feel this may be one way your son is communicating. www.hanen.org/Helpful-Info/Articles/3-Things-You-Should-Know-About-Echolalia.aspx Hope this is helpful, I'm cheering you on :)
Hi, I want to share a few additional resources with you. First, I am going to link a blog post that talks about language regression (loosing words) which happens for a lot of toddlers - toddlertalk.com/blog/my-toddler-is-not-saying-words-they-used-to I also want to send you my favorite activity for teaching toddlers to say new words. I love it because it's really low pressure for toddlers and it's something that us parents can easily add into our daily activities! toddlertalk.com/blog/focused-stimulation
Hi my daughter is 2 year old she understands everything but she couldn’t speak. Whenever she wants something she just points to the specific things . Please help me what should I do
Hi, I am happy to provide you with some resources. My first recommendation would be to seek a speech and language evaluation with a speech therapist in your area - toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me - this appointment can help you figure out what is making it harder for your daughter to learn to talk and what you can do to best support her. While you're waiting on this appointment, there are some things you can practice at home. I'll link the activities and ideas here: List of at-home activities for speech therapy - toddlertalk.com/blog/category/Activities Two excellent speech therapy strategies - toddlertalk.com/blog/focused-stimulation - toddlertalk.com/blog/comments-over-questions Late talkers resource guide - toddlertalk.com/blog/when-to-worry-about-late-talkers
I have a 20 month baby boy. He still doesn’t understand his name. He never response or look at us when we call him. We play and talk with him a lot but no improvement is noticeable. His other activities are quite normal like social interaction
Hi! I am going to share a resource with you where you can learn a little more about children recognizing their name and what you can do to help - toddlertalk.com/blog/respond-to-their-name
Hi. I'm happy to share some resources with you. If you haven't already taken our free 10 minute assessment I highly recommend it! We use your answers to give you a customized lesson plan which selects the specific lessons that we think will be best to work on first, next, and so on. The assessment, plan, and all the lessons are free. Here's a link to get started: toddlertalk.com/toddler-talk-language-program You may also be interested in this quick blog post which shares 3 ways to help motivate kids to talk. The videos here are a great place to start! toddlertalk.com/blog/speech-delay-in-toddlers Let me know if you have any other specific questions.
Hi, thanks for leaving a message. I always recommend a speech evaluation in person for parents who have concerns. Nothing beats having a speech therapist interact with your child and give you individualized recommendations. In the US you can get a free speech and language evaluation through the school district for childre who are 3+ toddlertalk.com/blog/iep-speech-therapy And you might enjoy this free resource if you're looking for ways to support her language development at home - toddlertalk.com/toddler-talk-language-program
My son is 3 years old and barely speaks, but there's a problem. I live in Mexico and my wife is Mexican and we were so concerned about him learning English that now he knows his numbers, colors and how to answer many English questions like What's your name, what color is this, and he knows cars and trucks in English. But he knows barely anything in Spanish. In the house all of the cartoons, music and books I rean to him are in English. In a few months we will take him to a speech therapist but I think living in a predominately English household in a Spanish speaking country is messing up his speaking progress. My wife took him to the pediatrician recently and he recommended a speech therapists and my wife said my son was saying English words to him that he didn''t understand.
my son is 2 year old and he isnt speaking but understand everything what should i do there are people who blame on me that i am the reason that he is not speaking.... 😢😢😢😢
Hi, and thanks for sharing. I am so sorry to hear that you are being blamed, this is definitely not your fault and I know you're an amazing parent. Unfortunately, lots of parents feel like it's their fault when their children aren't talking. I am going to link an amazing post we wrote titled - "Did I cause my child's speech delay?" - I hope it gives you a little peace of mind in knowing this isn't your fault and helps you explore some of the things that cause speech delay in toddlers - toddlertalk.com/blog/did-i-cause-my-childs-speech-delay I will also link 4 activities/strategies you can use at home to help promote language development :) 1. toddlertalk.com/blog/focused-stimulation 2. toddlertalk.com/blog/getting-face-to-face 3. toddlertalk.com/blog/comments-over-questions 4. toddlertalk.com/blog/toddler-imagination
My 17months old son knows how to say Papa and Mama when he was like 11mos old but now he seldom says it. he's way of telling us he doesn't like something is by shouting. When I sing the alphabet sounds like A for 'uh' he can copy it. I am worried because when I try to teach him words like no,yes, bird,ball or apple he shows no interest at all. And when we also teach him how to say and do bye2 or hello he also shows no interest. Is it a sign of serious speech delay? 😔
Hi Zyrel, I am happy to share my thoughts. When parents are concerned about speech and language development, I always recommend a formal speech and language evaluation, which can give you clear answers to your questions about your child's development. I would suggest talking to your child's doctor about a speech and language evaluation, or reaching out to a government agency who could help. To answer your question about your son not saying words he used to, I've attached a post I wrote about this topic. It will talk you through what to do and how to help as this can be a sign of a speech delay. toddlertalk.com/blog/my-toddler-is-not-saying-words-they-used-to I will also include my favorite at home activities for helping toddlers who are learning to talk here: toddlertalk.com/blog/focused-stimulation toddlertalk.com/blog/getting-face-to-face toddlertalk.com/blog/comments-over-questions toddlertalk.com/blog/toddler-imagination Hope this information is helpful :)
Hi, I am happy to share some resources with you. First, if you have concerns about your child's communication development, I always recommend a speech and langauge evaluation with someone in your area who can get to know your son and provide individualized recommendations that'll be best for him. Here's some information about speech evaluations. I'll go through how to get started and what to expect: - toddlertalk.com/blog/iep-speech-therapy - toddlertalk.com/blog/does-my-toddler-need-speech-therapy I'm also happy to share some activities or strategies you can use at home to support speech and language development: - my personal favorite speech therapy strategy: toddlertalk.com/blog/focused-stimulation - practicing with imitation (setting the foundation for communication development): toddlertalk.com/blog/imitation-skills-speech-therapy - teaching children to ask for help (even if they can't say the words yet): toddlertalk.com/blog/teach-toddler-to-ask-for-help I hope you find these resources helpful :)
My daughter is 2 yr old she speaks a lot words but not in sentence she tells number colors animals she understands what we say but she is not talking in sentence is it normal should i do something pls reply
At 2 years old, I would encourage you to practice putting words together at home. You can use these free resources: toddlertalk.com/blog/putting-2-words-together toddlertalk.com/blog/2-word-phrase-to-request toddlertalk.com/blog/2-word-phrase-to-comment And as always, consult a speech language pathologist in your area if you have concerns. They can look at your child's overall communication skills and help you determine if things are on track or if they may benefit from extra support.
My 2 years old son is delayed and i notice he speaks few words when he likes. Why is that so. When he is in mood he imitates words i ask him to say but most times he remains silent. Why is this inconsistent behavior i fail to understand. He mostly relies on non verbal communication to get his needs done. Would you please guide. Thank you
Hi Shazeb. It's not uncommon for kids to talk on their own terms and "freeze" or not say words when they feel they are on the spot. I am going to link a great activity that talks about how to reduce the pressure a little bit and maybe encourage him to say some more words. toddlertalk.com/blog/comments-over-questions And as always, be sure to consult with your pediatrician who can make more personalized recommendations and connect you with a speech therapist near you :)
Hi Anya, Thanks for reaching out. I recommend you connecting with a speech therapist near you. It’s not too late to start speech therapy and a speech therapist may be able to use special strategies to help your child. You may find this link helpful- toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me
My grandaughter was 2 last March... she has said baby, mummy, nana, daddy, hello and ta. BUT only a couple of times and when she said them they were extremely clear. BUT she refuses to talk. She is around her cousins, aunties and myself all the time playing. She is not behind in anything else except talking. I don't know if she just doesn't need to talk or something else is going on? We all talk to her and try to get her to repeat words.. but she won't have any of it... please help
Hello, thanks for sharing about your granddaughter's communication story. Without meeting your granddaughter I really can't say if "something else is going on." For that reason I would definitely suggest visiting a speech therapist near you if that is available in order to get more specific and individualized insights. Based on my experience working with other toddlers, sometimes kids will "refuse to talk" when talking is hard for them. For these children, asking them to say words or repeat things can be really frustrating because they want to but can't seem to figure it out on their own. At home I often recommend that families take a few steps back in order to work towards the final goal of imitating or copying more words. You can give her lots of positive reinforcement for copying your actions, gestures, or fun sounds for now in order to encourage the skill of imitation in general. If you want to get personalized lessons you can use at home, I recommend our free 10 minute assessment and customized lesson plans which you can get started with here: toddlertalk.com/speech-therapy-for-toddlers I would also suggest following along in our Summer of Speech course with free lessons every Monday as I think the information shared may be helpful for your granddaughter :) toddlertalk.com/toddler-talk-pronunciation-course Let me know if you have any other questions 💛
Hello Princi, I am not able to diagnose autism. I can refer you to some resources I have and I would recommend consulting with your child's pediatrician. A developmental evaluation can be scheduled to determine if your child has a diagnosis of autism and thereafter they would be able to provide resources and support for your child. toddlertalk.com/blog/is-my-child-autistic toddlertalk.com/blog/criteria-for-autism
My son is 3years and 4 months old but just says certain words at random like 'go, cry and apple'. He used to say some words but has stopped saying them. I have been teaching him at home both structurally and via play. He understands instructions though not all. I don't really know what to do again😢
Hi, and thanks for reaching out. I'd love to share a few thoughts/ideas with you in hopes that one resonates or feels like a good next step for you and your son. If you have access to a speech therapist, I'd definitely recommend a speech and language evaluation - this can help you learn more about what might be causing the language regression so you can discover how best to support your son. You can read more about language evaluations and how to find a speech therapist here - toddlertalk.com/blog/iep-speech-therapy - if you are in the US you could get an evaluation for free through the school district! I also like to use parent strategies, because these don't require our children to do anything specific to have "success" - it's all about what we can do and say to help our little ones learn. Here are 4 of my favorite strategies you could try: toddlertalk.com/blog/focused-stimulation toddlertalk.com/blog/getting-face-to-face toddlertalk.com/blog/comments-over-questions toddlertalk.com/blog/toddler-imagination Lastly, here's a blog post where I talk about language regression in more depth in case you're interested - toddlertalk.com/blog/my-toddler-is-not-saying-words-they-used-to
Definitely! "Hi" counts as a first word. If you're curious to learn more about first words I've linked a quick read for you - toddlertalk.com/blog/baby-first-words-list
I feel like I’m failing my son cause he’s not talking and I know everyone learns at a different pace but it just hurts to see him wanna talk but not able to get anything other than babbles out.
My grandson,say dada and mama,before 1 year old,then as months goes bye,he says deydeydey,teyteytey.bababa,broom,broom,broom,hmm,hmm.hmm,.when he’s 2 yrs old,he say tokotok,tokotok,,make flying kiss,give me five,,hugging his mom,playing in the rocking horse.when he say a plane flying bye ,he said baby’s,he points something ,he knows /wants,but still lack of words that some toddler are saying.and that’s the time my daughter ask her pedia,about speech therapist. The therapist came and she said that,what my grandson is talking are at the age of 15 month’s only,which frustrate my daughter.but there is no sign of autism,what the therapist observed.
Hi Rina, thank you for sharing your story here. I know it can be frustrating if you don’t know why your child is having a hard time learning to talk. Often speech therapists and doctors can’t pinpoint why. In those situations we make educated guesses about the best strategies to help children grow their communication skills. This way we can find the teaching that best matches a child’s style. I am going to include a link to one of my favorite resources in case you are looking for more or different support - www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/actearly/parents/states.html
Speech delay is often one characteristic of autism. I've linked two articles below that explain what characteristics doctors are looking for when they diagnose a child with autism. And the second article I've linked has an Autism Characteristics Checklist which lists some of the common observations parents have when their child has autism and not just speech delay. www.toddlertalk.com/blog/criteria-for-autism-diagnosis-how-does-the-doctor-decide-if-my-child-has-autism www.toddlertalk.com/blog/is-my-child-autistic
my son is 2 year old but he doesn’t say any word even not mama baba no yes nothing sometime da da only …😢 i am to much worried he understands me but don’t know what to do :((
Hi. Thanks for sharing. Talking to your child's doctor is the best first step, they can help connect you with developmental specialists in your community. A hearing test and a speech and language evaluation would likely be recommended. If you are in the US, you can request a hearing test and speech evaluation for free through the state early intervention programs ( toddlertalk.com/blog/speech-delay-in-toddlers ). I am going to link some other resources or things you might try at home. One way children communicate before they begin talking is through gestures. If you haven't already I would encourage you to explore communication through gestures and then you can later work up to talking. toddlertalk.com/blog/baby-sign-language toddlertalk.com/blog/speech-delay-in-toddlers toddlertalk.com/blog/communicating-with-gestures toddlertalk.com/blog/getting-face-to-face
My two year old can say one word. He doesn’t respond to words even his name! He shows I think about two of the signs of autism. He knows how to open doors . He drinks from regular cups. He even brings his cup when thirsty along with another bottle as if he understands it must be poured .
Thank you for sharing your experience here. For any parent who is curious about autism or their child's development, I highly encourage them to talk to their child's pediatrician. Unfortunately, I can't provide medical recommendations without knowing your child and having the whole picture of their development. If you live in the US there are tons of free resources that you can access with/without a doctor referral and with/without insurance - you can check them out here - toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me
Hi. I have another resource that may be more helpful for you as it provides more specifics. I will link it here so you can use it as a reference: toddlertalk.com/blog/how-many-words
My son is 2 and he isnt talking that great and he also doesnt want to eat anything but milk ans yogurt and ONLY stuff thats not chewable and soft and liquidy... and its like his tongue gets in the way he qants to eat bad but he just puts food in his mouth and back out and like licks it
Hi. I would recommend consulting with your pediatrician. Working with an occupational therapist can be very supportive and helpful when children are selective eaters; they can work with you to help your son eat different foods over time. Your pediatrician can also help you find a speech therapist near you to support communication development.
Hi Ms. Spencer, In my experience I have seen children who are initially diagnosed with a speech delay later also diagnosed with autism. It is less likely that a child who is diagnosed with autism only has a speech delay. While speech delay is rather vague, autism has clear set characteristics that providers are looking for that are not present when a child has only a speech delay. I've linked two articles below that explain what characteristics doctors are looking for when they diagnose a child with autism. And the second article I've linked has an Autism Characteristics Checklist which lists some of the common observations parents have when their child has autism and not just speech delay. www.toddlertalk.com/blog/criteria-for-autism-diagnosis-how-does-the-doctor-decide-if-my-child-has-autism www.toddlertalk.com/blog/is-my-child-autistic
Hi, I am not sure where you live, but I am going to include my guide to finding speech therapy for older children. Here in the US, you can find speech therapy services through your child's elementary school for free :) toddlertalk.com/blog/iep-speech-therapy
My baby is 8 month old and we mimick each other in sounds. He seems to enjoy it. He goes tatatataata and i follow his leads and he loves it! Even cute noises he makes or cries.. i follow it and he quickly smiles and does the same back 😂 but he understands things I tell him like water, milk, diaper change etc.
Thanks for sharing! It's so fun to make noises back and forth, and pretty incredible what babies can understand! Sounds like he's learning the meaning of lots of words and gearing up for saying his first one :)
My son has started to speak his 1st word Mama at 9m.o, and also some other words such as buah in our language means fruit but he refers to it as fruits, flowers (bunga), ball (bola) and also MAEM which means Eat,drink,snack Buuuuut, has no progress at all until he is now 2,5 y.o He seems to understand everything, and even when the elders talk among themselves, my son answer their questions by shaking or nodding his head.. I sometimes ask my hubby questions so that my Son answers between yes or no by nodding or shaking his head or even do some instructions which I intentionally direct them to my hubby but we just want to test our Son's understanding and yeah our son totally understand every single things/directions etc He even knows colours, sorting games, puzzle pieces etc But, he doesnt talk yet
Hi. Thank you for sharing your family's experience; you're not alone. I shared a video this week that might be helpful, about how you can communicate without words as he is growing his pronunciation and talking skills. I talk about how to make a picture board for communication online, but you can also draw them or cut out labels from foods he likes and use those as well. I have a few more videos I am working on for how to build communication skills while children are learning to talk more, so keep your eyes out :) If you are able to see a speech therapist that could be very helpful in figuring out what is making it harder for you son to talk and knowing what specifically would be able to support him best.
Hi Michelle. If your child is 6 I recommend talking to their teachers about a speech and language evaluation at school. I'm not sure where you live, but if you are in the US it's required for school to provide speech therapy to students who could benefit. If you are outside the US I'd be happy to give you some specific resources; I'll just need to know a little more about how your child is communicating so I know where to point you :)
@@toddlertalk hi I am in the Uk and he can not speak/communicate at all with words . He gets what he wants by dragging people to it or giving it to them . He can understand basic commands but stubborn so sometimes doesn’t obey sometimes he copies actions
My son is 3 years old he is verbal like he knows alphabets he can read alphabets and counting different shapes name some very clear correct pronunciation and he knows fruits vegies name call us Mommy Daddy knows the name of his favorite fruits but his vocabulary is very limited he wants to speak but he can't make sentences we consulted pediatrician he assessed him thoroughly and said he has speech delay only send him to pre school he will learn with other children. I can't take him to speech therapist bcz i am doubtful he will not obey instructions.
Hi. I am happy you reached out, I have some resources I think will be helpful. When children turn 3 years old, they are able to get speech therapy through the school district in the US. I am going to link an article that explains how you can get started and answers key questions here: toddlertalk.com/blog/iep-speech-therapy Speech therapists are accustomed to working with children who haven't learned to obey instructions yet. They could help him grow his communication skills. Here's a great description of what you can expect in speech therapy sessions: toddlertalk.com/blog/speech-therapy-for-toddlers
I hear you. It's so hard to watch our kids struggle, and I hope I can share some helpful resources with you. If it's available where you live, I'd definitely recommend reaching out to a speech therapist who an meet your son and give you specific recommendations. In addition, your pediatrician is a great person to talk to! I also want to share some resources for speech (pronunciation skills). Often when older children can understand everything but aren't able to get the words out, they can be struggling with speech. I have tons of videos and handouts to help you investigate at home - - ua-cam.com/video/dnSqC6Fa1SE/v-deo.htmlsi=_QZrUehIotlEYPOA - ua-cam.com/video/tgMqtaaOM1Y/v-deo.htmlsi=R6BCqWB3XchYkPcZ - ua-cam.com/video/B7xARjwba94/v-deo.htmlsi=fOWuFCDMlte0idiJ - ua-cam.com/video/-OiJ0niM3iI/v-deo.htmlsi=bNOB9d1Xf7qRUa4g
I am going to link my favorite at home speech therapy strategies for supporting toddlers who are learning to talk: 1. Teaching toddlers to say new words - toddlertalk.com/blog/focused-stimulation 2. A strategy to help toddlers copy new words - toddlertalk.com/blog/getting-face-to-face 3. Keep toddlers attention and help them learn new communication skills a little faster - toddlertalk.com/blog/toddler-imagination
Hi, I always recommend speech therapy for children who have limited vocabularies. This can help you pinpoint what is making it harder for your child to talk and understand the best ways to help them. Here in the US, you can get speech therapy either through your insurance or the school district at 3 years old. I will also link some resources for your at home practice: - 3 Ways to support speech delay at home - toddlertalk.com/blog/speech-delay-in-toddlers - My all in one guide for late talkers - toddlertalk.com/blog/when-to-worry-about-late-talkers - My favorite speech therapy strategy to grow vocabulary - toddlertalk.com/blog/focused-stimulation
Hi! I wanted to share my activities library with you, just in case you're looking for some fun ways to encourage language at home - toddlertalk.com/blog/category/Activities. Maybe one or more of these ideas can help him forget that talking can be hard as you're learning (just an idea!)
Hi. It's not uncommon for toddlers to be hard to understand. In speech therapy, we use the term intelligibility to talk about how easy or how hard it is to understand what someone is saying. I am going to link a blog post that has guidelines for how much we'd expect to understand at different ages - toddlertalk.com/blog/speech-intelligibility I also want to share a resource that talks more in detail about how toddlers develop speech, so you can learn what to expect at different ages and how you might be able to support your little one - toddlertalk.com/speech-development
Hi Hina, thanks for reaching out. At 2 years old I know it's important to you that your little boy is able to tell you what he wants, thinks, and feels. While it's great that he is saying numbers and letters, he can't really use those to express himself. I'd encourage you to talk to your child's pediatrician about speech therapy. Finding support and helping your son learn to say more words for things he wants, needs, and feels can help avoid frustration when you don't understand what he wants and really enhance your communication together. I'm going to link a post I wrote about when to start in speech therapy and how speech therapy can help :) toddlertalk.com/blog/best-time-for-toddler-speech-therapy
Hi my son is 30 month old he can say the alphabet he can count from 1 to 70 but he is not taking in a sentence is it normall or is there something wrong all so when he see truck car bus etc he know them and call there name
Hi :) My apologies for taking so long to write back. I recommend talking to your child's pediatrician about this. Unfortunately, I cannot give specific recommendations without knowing more about your child. However, we would listen for 2 year olds to be communicating with words, and if they aren't, speech therapists can provide suggestions and strategies to support them in growing their communication skills. At 30 months, I recommend a speech evaluation (which is free through Early Intervention in the US and covered by most insurances- toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me ).
Hi, thanks for reaching out. I am going to link a few resources you may find supportive: toddlertalk.com/toddler-talk-language-program toddlertalk.com/blog/speech-delay-in-toddlers toddlertalk.com/blog/best-time-for-toddler-speech-therapy toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me
Hello , my son is 20 months old he keeps babbling all day responds to asked questions by babbling nothing can be understand, he shows his body parts n repeats after me mama , Dada Tata but never used it, eye contact is good n responds to his name.... what to do
Hi Ariz, I have a few ideas of things to do to help your son begin to say words on his own. 1. Find a speech therapist near you who can identify the best strategies for your son specifically. I am going to link some resources about speech therapy and how it helps toddlers learn to talk. How to get started in speech therapy - toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me What to expect in speech therapy - toddlertalk.com/blog/speech-therapy-for-toddlers 2. Try using this strategy at home to help your son repeat new words and work towards saying words on his own - toddlertalk.com/blog/focused-stimulation 3. These tips are super helpful for supporting children who are late talkers - toddlertalk.com/blog/speech-delay-in-toddlers
Hi! All toddlers don't love books, and that's okay. You might enjoy this blog post I wrote about "reading" books with toddlers - toddlertalk.com/blog/speech-therapy-books If your child becomes easily frustrated when interacting with you, I'd recommend talking with your pediatrician. That's a little outside my scope, but I definitely want you to find support. If you're in the USA, you can also reach out to your local Early Intervention program which often has free services without a doctor's referral - www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/actearly/parents/state-text.html
Hi, thanks for leaving a comment. I feel like a lot of parents are in the same boat. As a mom and speech therapist here's my opinion... trust your instincts as a mom whether that's to seek support or wait and talk to your pediatirican about your concerns. When it comes to milestones, I like to take a more conservative approach because I want parents to seek support if it could be helpful to them. Sometimes speech therapy is a great short term solution for a boost in development, and it takes some of the pressure off us parents for doing it all. I also understand that it can take months to get a speech therapy appointment depending on where you live and what insurance you have, so I always suggest scheduling something if you think you're concerned about any milestone because you can always cancel that appointment (but it's harder to schedule something down the road). You can read my blog post on "How many words," where I talk about the discrepancy in vocabulary milestones. toddlertalk.com/blog/how-many-words I hope it's helpful!
I also want to link this research article that talks about the updated CDC milestones, just in case you're interested. I think the full article is behind a paywall but you should be able to see the summary if you're interested - pubs.asha.org/doi/full/10.1044/2023_JSLHR-23-00020
But when we talk to the pediatrician, they say oh hes fine he understands what you're saying and let them be. He's 22 months old and only say dada clearly and some sounds and points. Frustrating
Hi, I am so sorry to hear that this has been your experience. My suggestion would be to see a different provider in the practice and ask for a referral to a speech therapist (if that is what you want, of course). In the US, you can also get a free evaluation through your state's early intervention program for free without a doctor's referral. I'm going to link a blog post that talks about finding a speech therapist here so you can explore those options if interested - toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me And, there's tons you can do to practice at home. I put together a free quiz and lesson plan tool so you can access tips and activities tailored to your little one here - toddlertalk.com/toddler-talk-language-program
This is a great question. Based on the available research, I think the answer is no. There may be differences in the vocabulary or grammar used by a bilingual child - but we'd listen for them to be communicating in both their languages cumulatively just as much as children who are only learning one language. pubs.asha.org/doi/10.1044/2024_LSHSS-23-00100
Hi! At 2 years old I'd listen for a child to be saying more than a handful of words. And I know it can be worrisome to hear that late talking is a sign of Autism. But it's important to know that late talking is just one characteristic of autism, and just because your child is a late talker doesn't mean they also have autism. You can learn more about that here: toddlertalk.com/blog/is-my-child-autistic I'd also recommend a developmental evaluation for your child if it's available where you live. During this evaluation, the provider would be able to talk with you and determine which diagnosis is most appropriate for your child. In the US, you can get a free developmental evaluation through your county Regional Center. Find the contact information for your state here: www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/actearly/parents/state-text.html ... you'll simply call and can request the evaluation, you don't even need a doctor's referral :)
My toddler is three and only talks when he wants to. He knows all the sounds of the ABC’s and he also sings the songs also says all the ABC’s and count to 20 and he counts 20 backwards when he’s doing a countdown but cannot pull full sentences together but he knows a lot of words but still is not making sentences out
Thanks for your comment. As a speech therapist, I see that children will often combine words once they say about 50-100 single words. Based on your comment I'd want to support your little one in learning words to communicate their wants, needs, and ideas. You can practice this at home, or I'd recommend finding the support of a speech therapist if availble in your area so you can be sure to tailor your efforts to your child's individual circumstances and preferences. You may try these activities to teach some new words too - toddlertalk.com/blog/category/Activities
Hi, thanks for leaving a message. I'm happy to share a few resources with you in case you're interested. First, here's my guide to getting started with a speech therapist - this will be different if you live outside the US, but many countries have similar programs or systems in place. - toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me I also want to share a tool I created for practicing speech and language at home. You'll take a 10 minute quiz and then you'll get recommended lessons you can practice with - toddlertalk.com/toddler-talk-language-program Lastly, here's a page where I have saved different popular activities you may use to practice with speech and language at home - toddlertalk.com/blog/category/Activities I hope this is helpful :)
I agree that there are tons of things parents can do at home! My website is dedicated to strategies that parents can use themselves, I'll link it here in case you're interested - toddlertalk.com/blog I also feel that in some circumstances it can be very beneficial to have the support of a professional, especially if parents feel their efforts at home aren't yielding the results they were hoping for. And here in the US there are many options for speech therapy, and many families may be able to access services for free! toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me
My son said mama at 3 months then nothing until one year mama again and then dada. Babbling and some gibberish that nearly sounds like words. Now nearly 2 but only babbling.
Hi Johnny, thanks for leaving a comment. My recommendation would be to talk to your child's pediatrician about a speech and language evaluation. If you don't have an existing pediatrician you can also reach out to your local early intervention program. I'm posting a guide to getting started in speech therapy here: toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me A speech and language evaluation will help you understand better what is making it harder for your little one to talk and what specific things you can do to support them. You might enjoy these resources in the meantime. toddlertalk.com/blog/best-time-for-toddler-speech-therapy toddlertalk.com/blog/focused-stimulation toddlertalk.com/blog/comments-over-questions
An 18 month old I was around recently couldn't say one single word..just gibberish. When I watched the father interact with him it became clear why the child couldn't say anything. The father never talked to him....heartbreaking!
Hi Lisa. I don't know the specific situation you are referring to but I am hoping for the best for the parent and child. I know it can be really hard, but I always try to see the perspective of the parent and do my best not to judge. If the child is exposed to people talking, even not directly to him I would expect the child to be saying some words. There is research that shows children develop speech and language skills on track in cultures where adults don't speak directly to children. Regardless of circumstance I would recommend speech therapy to support an 18 months communication development if they aren't talking yet. And I feel like this is as good a time as any to remind us all that if you suspect child neglect or child abuse there are specific protocols for reporting that can be found here: www.childwelfare.gov/topics/responding/reporting/how/ - I am NOT saying that this is an instance of abuse or neglect but having worked with many children who have been victim to these circumstances I want to advocate for responsible reporting *when it is warranted*
We’ve been seeing a speech pathologist for three months and has no idea why our 24month old isn’t talking. He babbles, makes sounds similar to words, and understands everything-it’s just his communication. They’re also telling us to do things that we already do at home. So, honestly, it feels like speech pathology is a waste of time. We are getting really frustrated and don’t know what to do.
Hi. I am so sorry to hear that this has been your experience in speech therapy. Speech therapy can be tough because progress is often slow, but you should be feeling better about your investment of tie and money. I am going to share a blog post I wrote titled "Does speech therapy work?" It talks a lot about focusing on the right goals and has some suggestions if you're feeling discouraged. - toddlertalk.com/blog/does-speech-therapy-work I also want to share this blog post that shares some great questions to ask your speech therapist to help you have a more positive experience. toddlertalk.com/blog/best-questions-to-ask-your-speech-therapist I hope these resources are helpful :)
My 25 month old understand and can talk she repeats words perfectly. But she’s doesn’t communicate. She doesn’t alnowledge that I am momma. Even though her older siblings call me momma. She won’t ask for what she wants nor point. But I know she can talk. I’ll even hear her singing perfectly. Various songs..
Hi, thanks for leaving a comment. First and foremost I always recommend that parents seek an in person speech and language evaluation if they have concerns about communication development. Working with a speech therapist in person who can interact and communicate with your child is invaluable - it's the best way to find the best individualized support for them (if it's available in your area). toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me I also want to share some activities you can use at home to teach requesting and asking for help :) - toddlertalk.com/blog/people-play - toddlertalk.com/blog/teach-toddler-to-ask-for-help
Hi :) I am going to link my blog post related to this for you - toddlertalk.com/blog/my-toddler-is-not-saying-words-they-used-to -it talks about when toddlers stop saying words they used to (Plus, there are tons of other free resources you can explore on my website if you're interested). And, as always, if you have concerns about your child's development, I always recommend talking to their doctor.
Thanks for your comment. I'm proud to say that people from over 100 countries utilize the resources on my website. However, my resources are geared towards people in USA because that's the system I know. I can't really make recommendations for how to go about things in countries whose systems I'm unfamiliar with. If you have specific recommendations for your country, please feel free to reply with them here for others!
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I think one of the things that can help the kid on speech delay is interaction wth other kids
Thanks for sharing! This can certainly be helpful for many kids.
That’s very important
I notice that also,so true
My toddler turns 2 in a week. He understands everything, but can say mum and dad but that's it. He mimics sounds, like cars, birds, dogs. He points at everything and very active, runs everywhere since 9 months old. He's my 4th child so we have a very busy and loud household. None of my other children were this slow at talking.
Hi Stephanie. The number one recommendation I can make is to talk to your pediatrician or get a free speech evaluation through your state's early intervention department if you are worried. This will help you make the best plan for supporting your little boy.
More infö here: toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me
And here's a great activity you can do in just 10 minutes a day to encourage more talking. I know it gets crazy with lots of kids in the house, and his older siblings may even be able to help with this one!
toddlertalk.com/blog/focused-stimulation
Mine too and am really stressed
@@macyblom5719 Hi Macy, sorry for the late reply. I wanted to share a few additional resources in case you find them helpful.
Here is another one of my favorite speech therapy strategies for helping to grow toddler vocabulary - toddlertalk.com/blog/comments-over-questions
I also want to share an awesome post written by a mom and speech therapist talking about speech delay. It's titled 'Did I cause my child's speech delay?' and I think it can be really helpful for parents who are feeling stressed or worried. I hope the same is true for you :) toddlertalk.com/blog/did-i-cause-my-childs-speech-delay
This is exactly the same case. When I went to the doctor they said he is a late bloomer but now he is 30 months old and we are starting to get really worried. Went today to a neurologist and he said he is fine, next to check his hearing, although he interacts with sounds and next to a psychiatrist.
My son is almost 2.5 never really says anything other than “THIS” when he hands me things he wants. He’s in early intervention. Working on getting him an occupational therapist as well. In therapy I’ve heard him say things like, bird, quack quack, Even a the word like potato! But day to day he only really babbles and makes sounds. It’s really stressful I don’t know what else to do. I feel like I’ve tried everything. He’s in daycare 1 day a week. My mom and I are pretty much around him all the time. Do you think it’s possible that he will talk but maybe he just doesn’t want to talk around myself and his grandma? I work at the daycare he goes to and he’s in the room I work in. So maybe when he moves up to the next room and in with new teachers he will talk. It’s really stressful I feel like I’m letting him down or not doing enough to help him progress 😢
Omg I feel so bad as a mother, I feel like I failed my 3 yr old. 😒
I have 3 older boys and I never had an issue with them speaking.
But with my last child his 3 yr old and he understands everything, but speaks very little I finally asked hi Dr. And he referred him to speech therapy and he has started therapy already, but now I feel bad for letting it go this far, I wish I could have asked for help sooner, now Im spending all day trying to play with him and teach him with learning activities and he seems to really enjoy play time but gets very frustated when he can't Express what he wants or needs. 💔
New subscribers, will definitely be watching more of your videos, I just want to be able to help my boy start learning more and more words esch and every day. Thank you.
Hi MJ. I want to assure you that you are that you are not alone in starting speech therapy at 3 years old. And tell you that you are a fantastic mom 🥰 My biggest piece of advice is to take a step-by-step approach to practicing speech at home. It is so important to set aside time for practice, and time to relax, and time to just have fun!
I'm also working on a new video that shows you how to help young children experience less frustration when they don't have the words to say what they want. Keep an eye out next week for this video!
And please don't hesitate to reply here or send me a message ( www.toddlertalk.com/site/contact ) with any specific questions you have or if there is a particular video you'd like to see.
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Thank you so much for replying, yes I'd like to know, and I'm just lost on what I should be focusing more on teaching my boy. Should I just focus on teaching him words, is trying to teach him his colors and Abc's or letter sounds too much for him? I just always find myself lost on this I really want for him to be ready when he starts school but then again with the very small words that he says I also just want to teach him more words. I made him a folder with a lot of print outs and laminated them. So he can play match and also printed out his full name so he can practice it.
Like I said he is very smart he can recite a whole movie to you his veru good at imittating and gets the concepts of things. Our only problem here is his speach. But Im staying positive and know that my boy will soon be talking more. 🙏
Hi MJ. Wow, I can tell you are working really hard to practice at home.
My recommendation is always to work on words and phrases your son can say to ask for things or tell you what he needs. I like to teach words/phrases kids can use to ask for what they want to eat/drink, activities they want to do, asking for help, and letting you know if they need the restroom. Being able to communicate his wants and needs will be tremendously helpful when your son goes to school :) Once children are saying several hundred words or can communicate their wishes without getting frustrated, then you can think about letters, numbers, colors etc. So first focus on expressing wants and needs, and then teach academic vocabulary like colors, letters, and numbers :)
Have you tried my free Foundations Program? I would recommend signing up (it's free!) and downloading the worksheets for each lesson. They will help you think about one thing you can do each week to practice at home. I recommend working on each lesson for 1 week to really get the full benefit! www.toddlertalk.com/offers/EDnyd6ie/checkout
@@mj482how is your son now ?
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Thank you for asking. Let me tell you that he only got services for 3 months and that’s all he needed in order for him to develop his speech. He is doing amazing thank god now he can comunícate he can express what his feelings his like a sponge now anything he hears he’ll repeat it amases me every day with new words that he say every day. 🥰
Im so happy that his able to speak now because I was so worried that my baby was not going to speak at all but thanks to the speech therapy it helped him A lot.
Your video was so helpful, my son starts school September and I'm a little worried he'll be behind as he cant speak as fluently, I promise to take time out to start working with him to see how best he can develop with colour numbers and letters
I am so glad you found it helpful! I am going to link my favorite toddler language activity. It walks you through choosing the best words to practice at home and gives you ideas about how to incorporate practice into your day to day life :)
toddlertalk.com/blog/focused-stimulation
@@toddlertalk Thank you
@@theofficialfamilygurl1238your son age?
Hi there, i come from a developing country and just came across this video. We don’t have speech therapists here and only 1 specialized pediatricians here usually hes always occupied. How can i seek help to get my 3yr old daughter speaking. She understands but the expressing part i see her get frustrated sometimes when i don’t understand what she wants
Hi! I have created a resource that will help you find the best lessons to be practicing at home, and each lesson comes with activities I explain step by step. I am going to link it here for you :)
toddlertalk.com/toddler-talk-language-program
My daughter is 18months old but never start talking yet only fa fa or sounds what todo plzz guide
My two year isn’t talking much. But he is familiar with his numbers and some letters and colors. He will count 1,2,3 and 5 he will count on his fingers. When I ask him to show me certain colors he will, and same with letters. If I ask him to throw things away he will.
But he is not speaking. He has been in speech since 15 or 16 months old.
He has said mama once
Hello, and thank you for sharing your experience here. I completely understand that it can be discouraging when you put your time and energy into speech therapy and don't see the results you were hoping for. I have a few resources that may help.
First, I want to share this blog post that talks about some of the best questions to ask your child's speech therapist - toddlertalk.com/blog/best-questions-to-ask-your-speech-therapist - Speech therapy is very much a team activity, so maybe some of these questions can open up a new channel of communication and enhance your experience.
Second, I really love this resource - amzn.to/3ZnJteE It's a book written by a speech therapist that talks about how to support children in being ready to learn, which I feel is a really important step that can be forgotten about in speech therapy.
Lastly, I'm going to share my activities library, which is a collection of simple activities you can use at home to support communication (look for ones that use toys you already have and your child loves!) - toddlertalk.com/blog/category/Activities
My son has said many words but never repeats them.
At 7 months old he said mother and father and when prompted to say it again, he just stopped and now at 2 has never said those words again. Then at church he said Amen 2 times, and has refused to do so again.
I've counted at least 50 words he has said and we have recordings of him saying them and right after not saying them again. Its getting a bit frustrating because he just does not WANT to speak.
Hi, thanks for your message. One strategy I use in speech therapy is to find an activity that your child loves! And build in communication practice around that activity, so there is so motivation for them to communicate. And I don't focus on just saying words (because talking can be really hard, and we don't want to frustrate them if they actually aren't able to say words), I also reward gestures or any attempt to communicate with me. I am going to link a few activities that you may find helpful.
- You might try practicing with sounds before moving onto words (there's often less pressure and your little one may be more excited to try sounds versus words) - toddlertalk.com/blog/imitating-sounds-speech-therapy
- Tips for imitation - toddlertalk.com/blog/repeating-words-speech-therapy
- Information about language regression (when kids stop saying words they used to) - toddlertalk.com/blog/my-toddler-is-not-saying-words-they-used-to
- What counds as a word - toddlertalk.com/blog/first-words
My toddler has been in therapy for almost 8 months. He understands sometimes, doesn’t speak or respond to items. He will bring you to items but no sounds. He will look at you but doesn’t respond. I don’t know where to go or what to do
Hi, thanks for sharing your experience here. I am sure other parents are experiencing the same thing. I want to share a resource I have that can help you find activities and things you can do at home (that don't take a ton of extra time or resources) to practice communication. I often find it's about focusing on the baby steps (rather than trying for big steps)... it's a one step at a time kind of approach. And I think this tool does a nice job in guiding you through the baby steps. toddlertalk.com/toddler-talk-language-program
Also I just want to say you're doing a great job 💛 I understand it can be so hard to go to therapy week after week and not see the progress you are hoping for. Remember it's always okay to talk to your therapist about this too, you can set goals together so you can celebrate the little steps as a team. And also, remember it's okay to take a break from therapy if/when you need it (you can always practice at home!) - talk openly with your speech therapist about what's working for you. You've got this!
My son does the same things you have mentioned and he's going for speech therapy as well. They recently diagnosed him with childhood Apraxia of speech
This is really informative. Thank you 😊
You're so welcome!
My son is 3 and still doesn't talk much, he grows up with german, english and chinese. So I gave him a lot of time, but I'm getting a bit worried now.
Hi. I am going to share a resource that talks a little bit more about how bilingual or multilingual language development works, that way you can compare to what you're seeing at home - toddlertalk.com/blog/bilingual-language-development
And if you have concerns about speech and language development, I would recommend a speech and language evaluation. Here in the US, there are 2 options. You can schedule an evaluation through your insurance or for free through your state's public school system (both are great option!). I am going to link a guide to finding a speech therapist and also an article about what to expect at a speech and language evaluation.
Speech therapy with insurance - toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me
Speech therapy through school district - toddlertalk.com/blog/iep-speech-therapy
What to expect at a speech and language evaluation - toddlertalk.com/blog/does-my-toddler-need-speech-therapy
I’m in the same spot. My 3 years understands everything, he is growing with 3 languages and does not find any interest in speaking 😢
He's still absorbing all languages soon he'll be fluent in all which will be amazing
Does he speak more over these 6months? 😊
@@janne4440 thanks for checking in, yes he does. Still mixing all 3 languages together along with his own gibberish, but it's getting better step by step 😉
My LB is 3, tuned in November and isn’t really talking yet…. We are a bilingual family. I’m English, my partner is Portuguese and we moved to Portugal when little one was 6months old and in the house we speak 80% English.
He started saying his first words at the right age and all that bit now at age 3 he’s nowhere near where he should be I don’t think…. He’s copying what we say but is slow to use it in his own language in a productive way. He says things like “Look, plane”…..or… “come this way”…..but he’s not putting words together to make sentences.
He says a few words like -Apple….eat….water….sleep…. No…yes… no more….finished… potty…. Bike…. Walk… swings… elephant… dinosaur…umbrella…
But he’s using them as singular words to communicate.
I will admit that we have been lazy.. When he says Eat, we answer by saying you are hungry, let’s go and find some food. Instead of asking him to elaborate… We are working on this and seeing a bit of change.
Myself and my partner aren’t huge talkers though either….I far prefer silence than talking for the sake of talking and my partner is the same, so there is that too….
He sings to all the movies he watches… sings along to all the old Disney films in perfect tone, tempo and in sync. Even if he hadn’t watched it in a few weeks he still remembers. He also goes around saying things from the films and programmes he watches like “Look Timmy, a story box!” From Timmy Time… but he does t really use any of it to necessarily communicate with you.
I’m trying not to worry and leaving on the fact that apparently Einstein only started talking when he was 4… so I clearly have a genius… (joking)
Im hoping language will one when he decides it’s needed as at the moment it’s nowhere near his top on priority list!
Hi, thank you so much for sharing your experience here! I know lots of other parents will be able to relate.
That's fantastic that your son is growing up in a bilingual household (I'm always a little jealous that I didn't grow up learning more than one language from the start :)! I've summarized current research on bilingual language development, and I'll link it here in case you're interested: toddlertalk.com/blog/bilingual-language-development The key takeaway is that being bilingual (or multilingual) does not cause language delays.
And I totally get it. I have a newborn right now and it's tough to talk or engage with him all the time. What I do (and what I recommend to families) is to set aside 15 or so minutes a few times a day that you're going to focus on talking or singing with them. You can set a timer on your phone, and then when the time is up you can go back to "normal." But during your 15 minutes you'll focus on using some of these speech therapy strategies to promote talking:
toddlertalk.com/blog/focused-stimulation
toddlertalk.com/blog/getting-face-to-face
toddlertalk.com/blog/comments-over-questions
toddlertalk.com/blog/toddler-imagination
I'm not sure about in Portugal, but here in the US 3 year olds can get speech therapy through the public school system for free (an awesome resource many families don't know about)! Feel free to share any resources you may know about in Portugal for other families who are watching :)
Lastly, I always have to say that I do recommend talking with your pediatrician or a health care provider who knows your child individually about your observations or concerns so they can advise you on the best next step for your family, whether it be practicing at home, speech therapy, or something else!
Hi my son is 22 months and he can speak few words....but he will never say what i say.though he interacts in glibberish language with everyone.Please help me
Hi! I want to share my most recent blog post with you. It talks all about how play sounds are a gateway to saying more words. Working on imitation of sounds (or copying sounds you say) may help your child learn to later copy more words. Sounds are easier to start with because they are easier to pronounce! - toddlertalk.com/blog/play-sounds
And as always, if you have concerns or you don't notice changes at home I always recommend talking with your doctor or a speech therapist in your area :)
This is a great video! My 2 years old daughter just start 2 months ago saying mommy,daddy and few vocals..hope soon start talking,i'm worry about her progresa.i try everyday saying words..
You got this! I know it can be hard when you're practicing with talking at home, and you want nothing more than your daughter to learn lots of new words. Celebrate your little wins and remember to have fun along the way :)
Keep going, my son is 11 and non verbal and I am working with him from home. Getting good results but it takes time!
Would you mind telling me a tips to encourage your daughter talk?
Does your daughter talk now?
My 3 year old points and grunts, he can count and identify numbers 1-10, can say his uncle's name and few things, should i still take him to a speech therapist?
Hi. Yes, I would recommend speech therapy to understand better what is making it harder for him to learn to talk. Understanding this can help you discover the best ways to support communication growth. I am going to link a helpful resource for you that talks about getting started in speech therapy for children who are 3+, plus I'll include a link to what to expect at a speech and langauge evaluation.
toddlertalk.com/blog/iep-speech-therapy
toddlertalk.com/blog/does-my-toddler-need-speech-therapy
My 22 month daughter has zero interest in talking. She grunts and points. Can do anything you tell her tho. My wife taught her some sign language and she does that well. She will say, nack for snack, Kee for kitty. and yell mom all day. But that's about it. Super frustrating.
Yes that's the same case with me my daughter is 25months old and she does the same u told I don't know what should I do
Hi Mike. I think I have some resources or information that may be helpful for you and your daughter.
First, I would definitely recommend consulting with a speech therapist in your community. Sometimes children have a hard time moving their mouth for speech and a speech therapist can tell you more about what is making it harder for your daughter to talk and what specifically you can do to support her. I know it's really frustrating and you all are eager for her to talk more, and speech therapy often gives families the fastest results. Here's a link for how to find a speech therapist near you - toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me
I also want to include some information about speech development in general. I have a short series of videos that explain the different parts of speech development (pronunciation). You may recognize that one area seems to be challenging for your daughter, and we have additional resources as to what you might do at home to support. I will link that here as well:
4 minute video - ua-cam.com/video/se5gFUrDal0/v-deo.html&embeds_euri=https%3A%2F%2Ftoddlertalk.com%2F&feature=emb_logo
more comprehensive video series if you have time (15 minutes) - toddlertalk.com/speech-development
My son was the same way. We started speech therapy 6 months ago and we worked on sign language. He did well and was able to learn all the basic signs. He also started saying consonant sounds and vowels because we sing the alphabet song and phonics songs every day.
We are now moving on to 2 sound words like: boo, up, go.
I would highly suggest a speech therapist.
Also, sing the alphabet and phonics songs every day. This really does help them say their first sounds.
UPDATE: She is now approaching 3. She's 33 months. She is using sentences, not always clear, but you can decipher. Count to 5. Potty trained. Moral of the story..... just relax. Everything will be ok. I have decided that media/peers will fill your head with doubt and concern. Parents, it's all going to be ok.
@@Mike45-47Qthank you so much for updating. My daughter is 22 months, been on the wait lists since 18 months. Today is the first time I had the full “what if she never talks?” thought. The relief I got with your update here reminds me of the trust and hope I’ve had for her this far and that I know the day will come.
My child say words before he turn 1but slowly stop talkibg tillnow his 2...what i have to do
My boy is 5 years he doesn’t talk he only says few words like mama papa and all, he used to get scared of water but now he doesn’t, but he is scared of rain though,,, is it normal? Plz help also he is stubborn sometimes… otherwise everything is normal he plays well he dance and he understands everyyything sometimes he acts normal but sometimes stubborn, im so worried… is he normal?
My first child didn’t speak until he was 2. My second child is speaking more than my first did, but not as many words as he should; he’s almost 2 and understands everything. Every child learns to talk in their own time - evaluation and testing is unnecessarily stressful.
I agree that every child talks at their own pace, you're totally right. However, I would still encourage families to schedule a speech and language evaluation for their child if they have any concerns, because while some children may catch up on their own others benefit from extra support. Here are my top reasons why scheduling an evaluation may actually eliminate stress.
1. You'll get a clear picture of how your child is developing across different areas of communication. You can celebrate the areas they are excelling in and learn the areas that you can support at home. Sometime just a little bit of extra practice goes a really long way for toddlers. Here's more information about what you can expect at a speech and language evaluation - toddlertalk.com/blog/does-my-toddler-need-speech-therapy
2. For me, learning can help reduce anxiety. At a speech evaluation, the speech therapist can help teach you strategies to use at home and teach you about what skills are best to focus on for your child. Just gathering more information can help you feel more in control.
3. A speech and language evaluation can be completely free here in the US. And you can always cancel a scheduled appointment if your concerns go away, while it can be really challenging to find an appointment last minute. You can learn more about how to schedule a free evaluation through your local state program here - toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me
And here's one final resource about the best time for speech therapy and why - toddlertalk.com/blog/best-time-for-toddler-speech-therapy
Agreed! Just being behind normal time frame does not mean it is a problem. The standardization of everything is the problem.
@@user-nz4kx4jp6kthanks you
I needed to hear this
I have a 2 year old, 28 month old to be exact and she says absolutely zero words. She grunts and points, knows sign language for please, more, eat, drink and we taught her a sign to go potty. She comprehends a good amount if we tell her something or ask for something, but she doesn’t say anything. She did use to say mama but that’s it and she no longer says it.
We had her in speech therapy for maybe 2 months before she turned 2 but tbh, my husband and I didn’t see any differences when we went 2x a week. All we noticed was them narrating everything she interacted with and we narrate at home with her too. What else would a speech therapist do if I were to revisit going back? Financially it was too much money after a couple months, close to $1000. Sadly I don’t have the funds to do that especially if it doesn’t seem beneficial..
Hi :) Thanks for reaching out. I'm sorry to hear you didn't have the experience you were hoping for in speech therapy. I am going to link a free resource I created that asks you questions about how your child is communicating and will recommend specific lessons and activities for your child's level. These are the strategies and activities I use in speech therapy - for toddlers it's often about changing the way we communicate with them in little ways so it's easier for them to learn (because we know we can't make them do anything 😂). So speech therapy should really be about working as a team and teaching you what to do at home to get the most out of it. toddlertalk.com/toddler-talk-language-program
In the US, you can also often get speech therapy at less of a cost through the state's early intervention program, which may be worth checking out. You can read more about that option in this blog post - toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me
I also want to share this resource about the difference between speech and language. If you feel that your daughter is having challenges with speech I would really recommend looking for a different speech therapy - maybe through a state program - because there are more nuanced therapy techniques to support speech development, especially at such a young age - toddlertalk.com/blog/speech-versus-language
@@toddlertalk Thank you so much! I did look at the early intervention program after I wrote my comment and I have a zoom meeting next week and then my daughter will have an evaluation. I’m also going to try speech therapy again since she’s older and I’ll find a way to pay for it. I just thought the speech therapist would work more with me but their approach is for the parents to sit back and remain quiet while they interact with the child. When I spoke with someone for early intervention, she told me it’s more about working with the parents than the child. So hopefully doing both will help my daughter begin communicating.
@@kcc808hey,does she talk now?
@@RahulKumar-kn6it No still not yet but she's understanding some more sign language we showed her. We have an interview with our states early intervention program for next week and we believe we'll qualify since she isn't speaking.
Thank you!!
My 2 yo. ( his bday in 2 months) can identify all sort of things but cannot formulate a sentence. I feel like im a bad mom and very lacking. Im getting anxiety thinking he might have a problem.
Hi Jesume, thank you so much for sharing your experience. I want to start off by assuring you that you're a fantastic mom and that it's not your fault if your son isn't talking in sentences yet. Being a later talker is probably more common than you think. In fact, over 10% of toddlers will qualify as late talkers, so please know you're not alone.
I have 2 suggestions for you that will hopefully give you some peace of mind.
First, you can talk to your child's pediatrician at their next appointment (or even call to talk to a NP or send a message digitally to your doctor) and ask for a referral for a speech and language evaluation. That way you can get more specific information about the possibility of speech therapy for your son. I wrote a guide to finding a speech therapist near you if you want some more specific guidance you can follow along here - toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me :)
Second, you can take our free assessment and get a customized lesson plan by following this link: toddlertalk.com/speech-therapy-for-toddlers The assessment takes about 10 minutes to complete and you'll get a report that shows you how your son is developing compared to other kids his age. Then we'll give you a personalized lesson plan so you can start supporting his communication skills at home today using proven, practical speech therapy strategies!
Let me know if any other questions come up 💛
Hello 👋 my son is 18 months old. He says mama and dada and he will say the occasional word here and there. I have noticed that he has a hard time positioning his tongue correctly when he tries to speak and he always pushes like he is making a huge effort to say things but it doesn’t come out. I’m going to ask for a referral on our next Dr. Visit but do you have any advice? He does not point yet, he has only done it once but can do things like saying bye bye and understands many more things like come here, jump, twirl, dance, up and down, put in, and mimics everything that his dad and i do…I have tried getting him to say simple things like “go” and “up” and I try to have him complete a song lyric. I exercise these by using toys and when he’s wanting to be picked up but he just stares at me and laughs like he knows exactly what he is supposed to do but doesn’t do it. We speak 2 languages in our home and his Dr. said not to worry until he was two because he’s likely trying to pick up in both languages. But I’m don’t want to wait that long.
Hi! Thanks for reaching out, I'm happy to share my recommendations.
First, I agree that speaking more than one language does not negatively impact language development. If you're curious to learn more I've written a blog post that summarizes the research on that topic here: toddlertalk.com/blog/bilingual-language-development
I also agree that getting a referral for a speech therapist who can work directly with your son is the best next step. We'll want to watch him as he communicates and give you really personalized recommendations. If you're in the US there are actually 2 options for speech therapy. Going to link my guide here in case it would be helpful: toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me
While you're waiting my recommendation would be to take a few steps back and build up his communication beginning with something he can already do. When I think about learning to talk, I think about imitation. In general, children learn to imitate actions, then hand gestures, then sounds, then words. If your child is imitating actions when you're playing, I would focus on that skill - because learning imitation in this activity will help build the skill and ready him for copying gestures, then sounds, and then words.
I will link some tips/activities here for each level to give you some ideas of how to do this at home!
Actions - toddlertalk.com/blog/imitation-skills-speech-therapy
Gestures - toddlertalk.com/blog/communicating-with-gestures
Sounds - toddlertalk.com/blog/imitating-sounds-speech-therapy
Words - toddlertalk.com/blog/repeating-words-speech-therapy
I hope you find it helpful :)
@@toddlertalk thank you so much! You are amazing!
Does he talk now?
My son is 26 months and he started saying words and he just stopped. He points, understands what's being said to him, he just doesn't speak. He also does this thing where he close his hands and rubs his cheek or takes his father's hand and passes it over his head to soothe himself when he's angry. I'm do scared and worried....help me.
Hi Shirlann. I am happy to share some resources with you. My first recommendation to everyone is to always consult your child's doctor. It's important to share you concerns as the doctor can help refer you to a speech therapist in your area. Having that in person interaction can be really valuable in finding out what's making it harder for your son to learn to talk and how you can help him specifically.
Here's more information about finding a speech therapist near you: toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me
Here are some of my favorite resources for at home speech practice:
toddlertalk.com/blog/focused-stimulation
toddlertalk.com/blog/speech-delay-in-toddlers
toddlertalk.com/blog/category/Activities
Lastly, here's an article that explains why some kids stop saying words they used to say: toddlertalk.com/blog/my-toddler-is-not-saying-words-they-used-to
how is your son doing Kate? was his speech disappearance something that happened after a 2yr vaccine schedule?
Does he talk now?
My son is 2yrs and 6 months. He knows over 60 words, but does not combine words. He used to repeat words in front of my husband and myself, but now he will only talk around other children. He babbles and will randomly blurt out a sentence or a word I haven’t heard him say yet. He understands and follows direction and He counts aloud - he loves numbers more than words. His father and my brother didn’t start speaking until they were 3 year olds. I need direction in what to do.
Hi, and thanks for reaching out. My best advice is to talk to your pediatrician about a speech and language evaluation. I know that taking the time for the appointment isn't the easiest option, but it definitely will give you the most information. Milestones, like combining words, alone cannot be used to diagnose - they're intended to help us know when it's time to take a closer look. Here's a resource that explains how to find a speech therapist in the US - toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me
I'm also going to share a blog post I have with suggestions and activities for encouraging children to combine words :) toddlertalk.com/blog/putting-2-words-together
Can this be related to covid and parents being 24/7 with the toddler due to lockdown?
Hi Sofia :) That's a great question. I think there's no question that covid has impacted children's development, but it probably isn't the reason why a toddler can understand everything but hasn't started talking. Of course I don't know for sure, this is just my best educated guess. Toddlers learn by copying or imitating what other people do and say. So if your toddler has been at home with you I'm betting you've spent a lot of time doing your daily activities and playing together. I always recommend a speech and language evaluation with a speech therapist who can get to know your toddler and your family and give very personalized insights. Here's my post all about the options for toddler speech therapy and how to find a speech therapist near you - toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me
@@toddlertalk thanks for your reply. I'll check the post. 🤗
Hi. Been watching few of ur vids and they give me some comfort and relief as a parent. I habe a 30 month old who is very energetic but may be slow in learning speech. He does learn alot from kid videos, sounds he hears from things around the house. He does say few commands like if he dont see mom around, he will says wheres mommy or go mommy or say baby brother sleeping( i tell him mommy and baby brother are upstairs sleeping) he mimmicks alot of noise, whirling sound of wash dryer, fans, loves clicking on buttons for effects, opens the fridge to tell me yogurt etc. But is this enough? I can probably guesstimate he knows good 50 words or so knows instructions by body language somewhat, but kids being kids, sometimes gets preoccupied with their things, dont listen sometimes. We hav speech development session lined up for feb thru aug, right before he goes to 3k. Is this delayed or on the right path
Hi! That's wonderful that you have speech therapy sessions lined up beginning this month. I think speech therapy will be a very supportive step in preparing for 3k. At 30 months I would be listening for more than 50 words. I am going to link some of my favorite activities and strategies you might try at home alongside your speech sessions. It's also a great idea to ask for "homework" from your speech therapist so you can practice the same specific skills at home :)
toddlertalk.com/blog/focused-stimulation
toddlertalk.com/blog/toddler-imagination
toddlertalk.com/blog/speech-delay-in-toddlers
What if my toddler is only saying mama and not answering to his name? He is 18months and he’s understanding things as well. He also try’s to sound words, yet he says mama only.
Hi, thanks for your message. It's so hard to answer these types of questions online because communication development is so complex. There are so many aspects to it!
If you have concerns, I recommend talking with your pediatrician or scheduling a free early intervention evaluation through your state program (in the USA). As a mom it's always helpful to gather information from professionals in different areas so I can decide what's going to be the best call for my family.
If you're looking for some at home tips or activities, you can check out this resource! toddlertalk.com/toddler-talk-language-program
@@toddlertalk Thank you very much! I’m definitely on it. I appreciate your response, and your videos!
This was so helpful,thanks a bunch!🥰
You are very welcome!
Wy granddaughter has atusem saying som tings can't say a full sentes
My daughter is two and when I went to her check up I felt like the worst parent ever . Her pediatrician told us she needs speech therapy she super shy but she also will say go or bye or no and she will say dada or mama but he pediatrician says she needs to name five body parts .
Hi Maya 💛 Thank you for sharing. Getting referred to speech therapy doesn't mean you're a bad parent! Some children simply need a little bit of extra support in learning to talk, and this has nothing to do with you. I am going to link a post that's written by a fellow mom, it talks about feeling guilty as a parent and what does cause speech delay - toddlertalk.com/blog/did-i-cause-my-childs-speech-delay - I hope you find that comforting or helpful.
And I know it may be tempting to now go 100% with at home speech practice. But I always find it better to pick a few things you can do every day, because it's the repeated practice that really helps. And the good news is little changes or activities can go a long way. I am going to link my favorite here :)
toddlertalk.com/blog/focused-stimulation
I know a lot of 2 year toddlers and they do not say 5 body parts. All say 2 year kid need to do this, but infact is between 2-3. You will se at 2 and 4 mounths will say a lot more at 2 and 6 MTHS a lot more and so on. I repeat some word in the morning like ,,want water " and next day he repeat in whisper. You learn them now and in few mounth they will say it, not all say imediatly. In Germany do not make speach therapy with kids under 2,5 if the child understand all. Do not stres, take it easy, make activity, no pressure, if he will need therapy is ok will help more help to develop
Does she talk now?
Please I really need help, my daughter she will be 3 years old on 16 may . Still not talking, she only say no and if you ask her 1+1 she's able to answer 2. When she was one year she used to say some words like mum, water and juice 🧃. And she used to call her 16 years old big sister mum also . I don't really know what has happened to my daughter and I'm told we have no speech therapist in my country Zambia 🇿🇲 so far💔 😭
I know exactly how you feel, my son couldn't talk and got me so worried and got a recommendation about herbal healing on youtube Doctor isibor herbal healing helped my child speak 😊😊😊😊and I'm so happy ❤️
Hi Susan, I am happy to share some specific resources with you.
If you haven't taken our online quiz, this will point you in the direction of the best lessons for your daughter to practice with first, next, and so on. Here's that link - toddlertalk.com/toddler-talk-language-program
You might try communicating with gestures, rather than talking at this stage in development. I am going to link some resources that help with teaching gestures:
- toddlertalk.com/blog/baby-sign-language
-toddlertalk.com/blog/communicating-with-gestures
These lessons & activities may also be appropriate - as with everything you can read through and see what you think best fits for your family - toddlertalk.com/blog/people-play
toddlertalk.com/blog/joint-attention
toddlertalk.com/blog/imitation-skills-speech-therapy
toddlertalk.com/blog/teach-toddler-to-ask-for-help
My son 6.5 understands everything,even facial expressions ,but can't speak a single word just relies on pointing..He has a mild tounge tie that no ENT takes into account.Can you suggest anything
Hi :) Unfortunately, it's so hard to make suggestions online because communication is so complex. In general, I usually explore Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) for children who are not speaking - there are tons of different AAC options and I love AAC because it gives a person some independence and can reduce frustration related to communication. I would talk to the teachers at school and work with a speech therapist if you are able to find the best communication style for your child.
Hi, my 3 yr old have right hemiphersis with frontal lobe effected..taking speech theraphy from last 6 months.. he understand everything but speaks only mama,papa ,coco and 2 3 more words..and speak few words then forgot them i don't know what to do next?
No tongue tie + no hearing issues..he is hyperactive child.
Hi, I'm happy you reached out. I am sure you've been working really hard in speech therapy thus far and I know it can be hard to understand the next steps when it comes to practice. First, I would talk to your speech therapist to understand the goals you're working on - children generally make the best progress when everyone is helping them learn the same skills at the same time using strategies that work for them - consistency really is key. With a limited background, I can't make any personalized recommendations, but I do have a free quiz + lesson plan tool that suggests tips and activities for your child. I'd recommend checking it out to see if there's something that might be helpful for you :) toddlertalk.com/toddler-talk-language-program
My son is 3 years 9 months , can say mum, that, and uses head shake to say yes or no. we also use some makaton here in the UK. he is seeing a speech language therapist since last November but still no visible improvement. now waitign for a peadiatrician to check if anything else is wrong. it is very stressful and i am googling videos to see if i can do something about it....
Hi, thank you for sharing. I want to share a few resources with you in case they are helpful.
First, these are strategies that I'd recommend any parent use when building communication at home -
toddlertalk.com/blog/focused-stimulation
toddlertalk.com/blog/getting-face-to-face
toddlertalk.com/blog/comments-over-questions
toddlertalk.com/blog/toddler-imagination
I'd also recommend reading this blog post - toddlertalk.com/blog/best-questions-to-ask-your-speech-therapist - I find that communication between myself as a speech therapist and parents can be key to success. It's important to help parents understand the goals we're working on and be confident in how they can practice at home. It's also important that parents have input in what we're working on and which activities we're using. Working as a team can go a long way - so maybe some of these questions can help.
hello. may I ask something about my daughter. she's 10 years old. a SPED student at a public school here in the Philippines. my daughter understands everything but can't talk much. she rarely speaks sentences like what are you doing or stop it or where are you or one more or mommy or mama. she can say the word i read to her. she is doing good in school. her teacher told me. but I don't know if she is just speech delayed and has a possibility to talk one day.
Hi Glanda, Thanks for reaching out. Unfortunately I can't know how your daughter's language will continue to develop as I haven't had the opportunity to meet her, and we never really know what will happen in the future. For children in elementary school who aren't talking, I recommend an alternative means of communication, which speech therapists call AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication). I am going to link a resource that explains more about what AAC is and provides additional resources at the bottom.
www.asha.org/public/speech/disorders/aac/
I also have a video that shows how you might make an at home AAC board. I will link the video here.
ua-cam.com/video/vGgA3P5nGRs/v-deo.html
@@toddlertalk thank you for this one. I'll try this. Maybe you could meet her at video call if it is possible or if it is alright with you.
My 18 month old son understands whatever we say but isn't speaking yet. Need help. What should I do?
Hi, thanks for reaching out. I have a couple of general recommendations.
First, if speech therapy is available to you I always find it can be very helpful to have a person in your community who can meet and work with you and your child. As a Mom, it's always helpful to me to have support and find the best ways to help my child (because all kids are different :) Here's some information on finding a speech therapist - toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me
You can also do a ton to practice at home. Here are a few great resources:
Start here - learning the difference between speech and language so you can determine what you want to be practicing with at home - (second video in this series) - toddlertalk.com/speech-development#start
To practice with language at home, check out this great tool. You'll answer questions about how your child is communicating and specific activities will be recommended for you - toddlertalk.com/toddler-talk-language-program
And as always, your child's doctor is a great resource. Always discuss any concerns with them and see what other resources may be available to you :)
My son he is 4 years old and he has delayed !! He is behind not as other kids at his age. I'm really worried about him
He understands everything in English and arabic but he has difficult time to say a whole sentence please I really need to know how I can help him ?! He has a speech therapist but he doesn't help him at all?! This is really frustrating
Hi, I am sorry to hear that you're having a frustrating time in speech therapy. My first recommendation is always to ask to work with a different speech therapist if that's possible. Sometimes a different person's perspectives or approaches may be a better fit for a particular child.
I'm also going to link a resource that has a series of videos and resources that teach about toddler speech development. For children who are understanding really well but not talking as much as expected, I always consider if their speech skills (the ability for their mouth to move to pronounce the sounds and words). This information may help you decide if it seems like your son is having difficulties with speech or not. And then you can talk to your speech therapist about your observations.
I'll also link a resource that practices telling simple stories or talking in sentences which you may find helpful - toddlertalk.com/blog/learn-story-telling
Great video!!!
Thank you!
This was great! Im willing to pay you for virtual services since there are no speech pathologists in my area.
Hi! I'm so glad the video was helpful :) I am currently on maternity leave so I am not working with any families directly. If you can give me a little more information about what you're looking for I am happy to give you some recommendations for either in-person or virtual speech therapy support. And, as always, I'm happy to share any of the free resources I have available if you let me know what you're looking for.
My 12 years old sister can understand but cannot talk. Is there anything drug that she can take?
I am not able to give medical advice. If you are looking at medications, it is important to consult with a doctor or physician.
However, there are no medications that directly help with communication. When it comes to communication, it's important to take a holistic approach - supporting any underlying conditions and encouraging communication in speech therapy.
My son, it's almost 3. He used to say words, but when his little brother was born, I focused more on the baby than him, and now it makes me sad because now he doesn't say anything sometimes 😢,so his doctor referred us to a speech language or something and everything went great until the therapist heard my son singing the song open and shut from miss Rachel then she ask if I've heard of the word autism I said no... She said some kids who watch and learn from watching TV might be like that, and I was lost of words. Is this true?? I'm waiting for my sons language evaluation or whatever they called it, and they said it will take 2 to 3 months, and my son will be 3 by then so they can't help him when his 3😢..so right now I'm looking for ways to help him talk more so thank you for you're videos it helped me a lot...❤
Hi Rachel,
Thank you for reaching out. I'm sorry to hear that you were faced with hard words and a challenging system, it doesn't make the speech therapy process easy. I want to share an article I wrote about finding a speech therapist through your local school district. If you live in the US, this would be most helpful. All children can be evaluated and treated for speech therapy through the public school; this applies even if your son isn't going to preschool and you can schedule an evaluation usually before he turns 3, so that way you can get started quickly after his birthday. Linking a full explanation here:
toddlertalk.com/blog/iep-speech-therapy
It's totally normal to feel guilty as a parent and blame yourself, but it's important to know it's not your fault. You may find comfort in this article written by a fellow mom:
toddlertalk.com/blog/did-i-cause-my-childs-speech-delay
Lastly, the speech therapist seems to be suggesting that your son may be using echolalia, which is a characteristic of autism. I am going to link an article about echolalia so you can see if you feel this may be one way your son is communicating. www.hanen.org/Helpful-Info/Articles/3-Things-You-Should-Know-About-Echolalia.aspx
Hope this is helpful, I'm cheering you on :)
How's it going? My grandson 3 1,/2 doesn't s speak one time he said Robert pushed me that's it yhats his brother that's the only words he ever said
How is your son now rachel
Does your son speaks now?
Mine only says yeah… he has said about 5 other words but wont say them anymore not even mama Its very frustrating
Hi, I want to share a few additional resources with you. First, I am going to link a blog post that talks about language regression (loosing words) which happens for a lot of toddlers - toddlertalk.com/blog/my-toddler-is-not-saying-words-they-used-to
I also want to send you my favorite activity for teaching toddlers to say new words. I love it because it's really low pressure for toddlers and it's something that us parents can easily add into our daily activities! toddlertalk.com/blog/focused-stimulation
Hi my daughter is 2 year old she understands everything but she couldn’t speak. Whenever she wants something she just points to the specific things . Please help me what should I do
Hi, I am happy to provide you with some resources.
My first recommendation would be to seek a speech and language evaluation with a speech therapist in your area - toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me - this appointment can help you figure out what is making it harder for your daughter to learn to talk and what you can do to best support her.
While you're waiting on this appointment, there are some things you can practice at home. I'll link the activities and ideas here:
List of at-home activities for speech therapy - toddlertalk.com/blog/category/Activities
Two excellent speech therapy strategies
- toddlertalk.com/blog/focused-stimulation
- toddlertalk.com/blog/comments-over-questions
Late talkers resource guide - toddlertalk.com/blog/when-to-worry-about-late-talkers
Does she talk now?
@@RahulKumar-kn6it not yet
@@hinanaseer4172 any word?
I have a 20 month baby boy. He still doesn’t understand his name. He never response or look at us when we call him. We play and talk with him a lot but no improvement is noticeable. His other activities are quite normal like social interaction
Hi! I am going to share a resource with you where you can learn a little more about children recognizing their name and what you can do to help - toddlertalk.com/blog/respond-to-their-name
Hey, does your son speaks now?
Mam my 4 year old son says few words but doesn't want to talk.pls advice how can I motivate him to talk more n more.
Hi. I'm happy to share some resources with you.
If you haven't already taken our free 10 minute assessment I highly recommend it! We use your answers to give you a customized lesson plan which selects the specific lessons that we think will be best to work on first, next, and so on. The assessment, plan, and all the lessons are free. Here's a link to get started: toddlertalk.com/toddler-talk-language-program
You may also be interested in this quick blog post which shares 3 ways to help motivate kids to talk. The videos here are a great place to start! toddlertalk.com/blog/speech-delay-in-toddlers
Let me know if you have any other specific questions.
My 3 year old is so smart, knows all colors, numbers, letters and count til 25 but don’t talk , I’m really concerned about her speech problem ..😢😢
Hi, thanks for leaving a message. I always recommend a speech evaluation in person for parents who have concerns. Nothing beats having a speech therapist interact with your child and give you individualized recommendations. In the US you can get a free speech and language evaluation through the school district for childre who are 3+
toddlertalk.com/blog/iep-speech-therapy
And you might enjoy this free resource if you're looking for ways to support her language development at home - toddlertalk.com/toddler-talk-language-program
My son is 3 years old and barely speaks, but there's a problem. I live in Mexico and my wife is Mexican and we were so concerned about him learning English that now he knows his numbers, colors and how to answer many English questions like What's your name, what color is this, and he knows cars and trucks in English. But he knows barely anything in Spanish. In the house all of the cartoons, music and books I rean to him are in English. In a few months we will take him to a speech therapist but I think living in a predominately English household in a Spanish speaking country is messing up his speaking progress. My wife took him to the pediatrician recently and he recommended a speech therapists and my wife said my son was saying English words to him that he didn''t understand.
my son is 2 year old and he isnt speaking but understand everything what should i do there are people who blame on me that i am the reason that he is not speaking....
😢😢😢😢
Hi, and thanks for sharing. I am so sorry to hear that you are being blamed, this is definitely not your fault and I know you're an amazing parent.
Unfortunately, lots of parents feel like it's their fault when their children aren't talking. I am going to link an amazing post we wrote titled - "Did I cause my child's speech delay?" - I hope it gives you a little peace of mind in knowing this isn't your fault and helps you explore some of the things that cause speech delay in toddlers - toddlertalk.com/blog/did-i-cause-my-childs-speech-delay
I will also link 4 activities/strategies you can use at home to help promote language development :)
1. toddlertalk.com/blog/focused-stimulation
2. toddlertalk.com/blog/getting-face-to-face
3. toddlertalk.com/blog/comments-over-questions
4. toddlertalk.com/blog/toddler-imagination
Does he talk now?
My 17months old son knows how to say Papa and Mama when he was like 11mos old but now he seldom says it. he's way of telling us he doesn't like something is by shouting. When I sing the alphabet sounds like A for 'uh' he can copy it. I am worried because when I try to teach him words like no,yes, bird,ball or apple he shows no interest at all. And when we also teach him how to say and do bye2 or hello he also shows no interest. Is it a sign of serious speech delay? 😔
Hi Zyrel, I am happy to share my thoughts.
When parents are concerned about speech and language development, I always recommend a formal speech and language evaluation, which can give you clear answers to your questions about your child's development. I would suggest talking to your child's doctor about a speech and language evaluation, or reaching out to a government agency who could help.
To answer your question about your son not saying words he used to, I've attached a post I wrote about this topic. It will talk you through what to do and how to help as this can be a sign of a speech delay.
toddlertalk.com/blog/my-toddler-is-not-saying-words-they-used-to
I will also include my favorite at home activities for helping toddlers who are learning to talk here:
toddlertalk.com/blog/focused-stimulation
toddlertalk.com/blog/getting-face-to-face
toddlertalk.com/blog/comments-over-questions
toddlertalk.com/blog/toddler-imagination
Hope this information is helpful :)
Does he talk now?
I just read a article and she is saying that article word by word 😭
My son is 3 years old he is just making sound and screaming he didn't know how to talk yet also only understand when you call to lift or call to eat.
Hi, I am happy to share some resources with you.
First, if you have concerns about your child's communication development, I always recommend a speech and langauge evaluation with someone in your area who can get to know your son and provide individualized recommendations that'll be best for him. Here's some information about speech evaluations. I'll go through how to get started and what to expect:
- toddlertalk.com/blog/iep-speech-therapy
- toddlertalk.com/blog/does-my-toddler-need-speech-therapy
I'm also happy to share some activities or strategies you can use at home to support speech and language development:
- my personal favorite speech therapy strategy: toddlertalk.com/blog/focused-stimulation
- practicing with imitation (setting the foundation for communication development): toddlertalk.com/blog/imitation-skills-speech-therapy
- teaching children to ask for help (even if they can't say the words yet): toddlertalk.com/blog/teach-toddler-to-ask-for-help
I hope you find these resources helpful :)
My daughter is 2 yr old she speaks a lot words but not in sentence she tells number colors animals she understands what we say but she is not talking in sentence is it normal should i do something pls reply
At 2 years old, I would encourage you to practice putting words together at home. You can use these free resources:
toddlertalk.com/blog/putting-2-words-together
toddlertalk.com/blog/2-word-phrase-to-request
toddlertalk.com/blog/2-word-phrase-to-comment
And as always, consult a speech language pathologist in your area if you have concerns. They can look at your child's overall communication skills and help you determine if things are on track or if they may benefit from extra support.
My 2 years old son is delayed and i notice he speaks few words when he likes. Why is that so. When he is in mood he imitates words i ask him to say but most times he remains silent. Why is this inconsistent behavior i fail to understand. He mostly relies on non verbal communication to get his needs done. Would you please guide. Thank you
Hi Shazeb. It's not uncommon for kids to talk on their own terms and "freeze" or not say words when they feel they are on the spot. I am going to link a great activity that talks about how to reduce the pressure a little bit and maybe encourage him to say some more words.
toddlertalk.com/blog/comments-over-questions
And as always, be sure to consult with your pediatrician who can make more personalized recommendations and connect you with a speech therapist near you :)
@@toddlertalk your starting sentence is so spot on. Totally agree with that and practically witnessed
@@shazebabrar197how's your baby now
Does he speak now?
My child is 3 years old and he understands literally everything but does not talk is it too late for him to talk?
Hi Anya, Thanks for reaching out. I recommend you connecting with a speech therapist near you. It’s not too late to start speech therapy and a speech therapist may be able to use special strategies to help your child.
You may find this link helpful- toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me
My grandaughter was 2 last March... she has said baby, mummy, nana, daddy, hello and ta. BUT only a couple of times and when she said them they were extremely clear. BUT she refuses to talk. She is around her cousins, aunties and myself all the time playing. She is not behind in anything else except talking. I don't know if she just doesn't need to talk or something else is going on? We all talk to her and try to get her to repeat words.. but she won't have any of it... please help
Hello, thanks for sharing about your granddaughter's communication story. Without meeting your granddaughter I really can't say if "something else is going on." For that reason I would definitely suggest visiting a speech therapist near you if that is available in order to get more specific and individualized insights.
Based on my experience working with other toddlers, sometimes kids will "refuse to talk" when talking is hard for them. For these children, asking them to say words or repeat things can be really frustrating because they want to but can't seem to figure it out on their own. At home I often recommend that families take a few steps back in order to work towards the final goal of imitating or copying more words. You can give her lots of positive reinforcement for copying your actions, gestures, or fun sounds for now in order to encourage the skill of imitation in general.
If you want to get personalized lessons you can use at home, I recommend our free 10 minute assessment and customized lesson plans which you can get started with here: toddlertalk.com/speech-therapy-for-toddlers
I would also suggest following along in our Summer of Speech course with free lessons every Monday as I think the information shared may be helpful for your granddaughter :) toddlertalk.com/toddler-talk-pronunciation-course
Let me know if you have any other questions 💛
My daughter is same.. Plz give an update of your daughter and what steps you took to get her better development?
My daughter is 2 year.. And saying nothing.. And no eye contact.
When we say her name she didn't respond. She has autism??? Tell me mam
Hello Princi, I am not able to diagnose autism. I can refer you to some resources I have and I would recommend consulting with your child's pediatrician. A developmental evaluation can be scheduled to determine if your child has a diagnosis of autism and thereafter they would be able to provide resources and support for your child.
toddlertalk.com/blog/is-my-child-autistic
toddlertalk.com/blog/criteria-for-autism
My son is 3years and 4 months old but just says certain words at random like 'go, cry and apple'. He used to say some words but has stopped saying them.
I have been teaching him at home both structurally and via play.
He understands instructions though not all.
I don't really know what to do again😢
Hi, and thanks for reaching out. I'd love to share a few thoughts/ideas with you in hopes that one resonates or feels like a good next step for you and your son.
If you have access to a speech therapist, I'd definitely recommend a speech and language evaluation - this can help you learn more about what might be causing the language regression so you can discover how best to support your son. You can read more about language evaluations and how to find a speech therapist here - toddlertalk.com/blog/iep-speech-therapy - if you are in the US you could get an evaluation for free through the school district!
I also like to use parent strategies, because these don't require our children to do anything specific to have "success" - it's all about what we can do and say to help our little ones learn. Here are 4 of my favorite strategies you could try:
toddlertalk.com/blog/focused-stimulation
toddlertalk.com/blog/getting-face-to-face
toddlertalk.com/blog/comments-over-questions
toddlertalk.com/blog/toddler-imagination
Lastly, here's a blog post where I talk about language regression in more depth in case you're interested - toddlertalk.com/blog/my-toddler-is-not-saying-words-they-used-to
@@toddlertalkthank you, so much for this. I appreciate alot. I will look through them all.
I'm so glad and grateful that you responded
Is Hi a first word? That’s the only word my daughter uses.
Definitely! "Hi" counts as a first word. If you're curious to learn more about first words I've linked a quick read for you - toddlertalk.com/blog/baby-first-words-list
I feel like I’m failing my son cause he’s not talking and I know everyone learns at a different pace but it just hurts to see him wanna talk but not able to get anything other than babbles out.
My grandson,say dada and mama,before 1 year old,then as months goes bye,he says deydeydey,teyteytey.bababa,broom,broom,broom,hmm,hmm.hmm,.when he’s 2 yrs old,he say tokotok,tokotok,,make flying kiss,give me five,,hugging his mom,playing in the rocking horse.when he say a plane flying bye ,he said baby’s,he points something ,he knows /wants,but still lack of words that some toddler are saying.and that’s the time my daughter ask her pedia,about speech therapist.
The therapist came and she said that,what my grandson is talking are at the age of 15 month’s only,which frustrate my daughter.but there is no sign of autism,what the therapist observed.
Hi Rina, thank you for sharing your story here. I know it can be frustrating if you don’t know why your child is having a hard time learning to talk. Often speech therapists and doctors can’t pinpoint why. In those situations we make educated guesses about the best strategies to help children grow their communication skills. This way we can find the teaching that best matches a child’s style. I am going to include a link to one of my favorite resources in case you are looking for more or different support - www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/actearly/parents/states.html
How to know if it isn't autism and just speech delay?
Speech delay is often one characteristic of autism. I've linked two articles below that explain what characteristics doctors are looking for when they diagnose a child with autism. And the second article I've linked has an Autism Characteristics Checklist which lists some of the common observations parents have when their child has autism and not just speech delay.
www.toddlertalk.com/blog/criteria-for-autism-diagnosis-how-does-the-doctor-decide-if-my-child-has-autism
www.toddlertalk.com/blog/is-my-child-autistic
my son is 2 year old but he doesn’t say any word even not mama baba no yes nothing sometime da da only …😢 i am to much worried he understands me but don’t know what to do :((
Hi. Thanks for sharing. Talking to your child's doctor is the best first step, they can help connect you with developmental specialists in your community. A hearing test and a speech and language evaluation would likely be recommended. If you are in the US, you can request a hearing test and speech evaluation for free through the state early intervention programs ( toddlertalk.com/blog/speech-delay-in-toddlers ).
I am going to link some other resources or things you might try at home. One way children communicate before they begin talking is through gestures. If you haven't already I would encourage you to explore communication through gestures and then you can later work up to talking.
toddlertalk.com/blog/baby-sign-language
toddlertalk.com/blog/speech-delay-in-toddlers
toddlertalk.com/blog/communicating-with-gestures
toddlertalk.com/blog/getting-face-to-face
@@toddlertalk Thank You dear
@@desimomlifehi, did your son started talking ?
My son is 20 Months he doesn't say a single word until we started sending him to a day care a Month ago now can say 2 words.
My two year old can say one word. He doesn’t respond to words even his name! He shows I think about two of the signs of autism. He knows how to open doors . He drinks from regular cups. He even brings his cup when thirsty along with another bottle as if he understands it must be poured .
Thank you for sharing your experience here. For any parent who is curious about autism or their child's development, I highly encourage them to talk to their child's pediatrician. Unfortunately, I can't provide medical recommendations without knowing your child and having the whole picture of their development. If you live in the US there are tons of free resources that you can access with/without a doctor referral and with/without insurance - you can check them out here - toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me
This really doesn’t tell me if my son is on track or not. He is 20 months and is saying some words but not others. He prefers to sign and yell
Hi. I have another resource that may be more helpful for you as it provides more specifics. I will link it here so you can use it as a reference: toddlertalk.com/blog/how-many-words
@@toddlertalk same as mine says mre thn ten words he can't even form a sentence
My son is 2 and he isnt talking that great and he also doesnt want to eat anything but milk ans yogurt and ONLY stuff thats not chewable and soft and liquidy... and its like his tongue gets in the way he qants to eat bad but he just puts food in his mouth and back out and like licks it
Hi. I would recommend consulting with your pediatrician. Working with an occupational therapist can be very supportive and helpful when children are selective eaters; they can work with you to help your son eat different foods over time. Your pediatrician can also help you find a speech therapist near you to support communication development.
Hello I love your videos ,can Speech delay be mistaken for autism?
Hi Ms. Spencer, In my experience I have seen children who are initially diagnosed with a speech delay later also diagnosed with autism. It is less likely that a child who is diagnosed with autism only has a speech delay. While speech delay is rather vague, autism has clear set characteristics that providers are looking for that are not present when a child has only a speech delay.
I've linked two articles below that explain what characteristics doctors are looking for when they diagnose a child with autism. And the second article I've linked has an Autism Characteristics Checklist which lists some of the common observations parents have when their child has autism and not just speech delay.
www.toddlertalk.com/blog/criteria-for-autism-diagnosis-how-does-the-doctor-decide-if-my-child-has-autism
www.toddlertalk.com/blog/is-my-child-autistic
Thanks for this🥰❤️
You are very welcome!
My son is 5 yrs old . And yet he hasnt talk yet .
Hi, I am not sure where you live, but I am going to include my guide to finding speech therapy for older children. Here in the US, you can find speech therapy services through your child's elementary school for free :) toddlertalk.com/blog/iep-speech-therapy
My baby is 8 month old and we mimick each other in sounds. He seems to enjoy it. He goes tatatataata and i follow his leads and he loves it! Even cute noises he makes or cries.. i follow it and he quickly smiles and does the same back 😂 but he understands things I tell him like water, milk, diaper change etc.
Thanks for sharing! It's so fun to make noises back and forth, and pretty incredible what babies can understand! Sounds like he's learning the meaning of lots of words and gearing up for saying his first one :)
My son has started to speak his 1st word Mama at 9m.o, and also some other words such as buah in our language means fruit but he refers to it as fruits, flowers (bunga), ball (bola) and also MAEM which means Eat,drink,snack
Buuuuut, has no progress at all until he is now 2,5 y.o
He seems to understand everything, and even when the elders talk among themselves, my son answer their questions by shaking or nodding his head.. I sometimes ask my hubby questions so that my Son answers between yes or no by nodding or shaking his head or even do some instructions which I intentionally direct them to my hubby but we just want to test our Son's understanding and yeah our son totally understand every single things/directions etc
He even knows colours, sorting games, puzzle pieces etc
But, he doesnt talk yet
Hi. Thank you for sharing your family's experience; you're not alone. I shared a video this week that might be helpful, about how you can communicate without words as he is growing his pronunciation and talking skills. I talk about how to make a picture board for communication online, but you can also draw them or cut out labels from foods he likes and use those as well. I have a few more videos I am working on for how to build communication skills while children are learning to talk more, so keep your eyes out :)
If you are able to see a speech therapist that could be very helpful in figuring out what is making it harder for you son to talk and knowing what specifically would be able to support him best.
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What if the child is 6 ?
Hi Michelle. If your child is 6 I recommend talking to their teachers about a speech and language evaluation at school. I'm not sure where you live, but if you are in the US it's required for school to provide speech therapy to students who could benefit. If you are outside the US I'd be happy to give you some specific resources; I'll just need to know a little more about how your child is communicating so I know where to point you :)
@@toddlertalk hi I am in the Uk and he can not speak/communicate at all with words . He gets what he wants by dragging people to it or giving it to them . He can understand basic commands but stubborn so sometimes doesn’t obey sometimes he copies actions
My son is 3 years old he is verbal like he knows alphabets he can read alphabets and counting different shapes name some very clear correct pronunciation and he knows fruits vegies name call us Mommy Daddy knows the name of his favorite fruits but his vocabulary is very limited he wants to speak but he can't make sentences we consulted pediatrician he assessed him thoroughly and said he has speech delay only send him to pre school he will learn with other children.
I can't take him to speech therapist bcz i am doubtful he will not obey instructions.
Hi. I am happy you reached out, I have some resources I think will be helpful. When children turn 3 years old, they are able to get speech therapy through the school district in the US. I am going to link an article that explains how you can get started and answers key questions here: toddlertalk.com/blog/iep-speech-therapy
Speech therapists are accustomed to working with children who haven't learned to obey instructions yet. They could help him grow his communication skills. Here's a great description of what you can expect in speech therapy sessions: toddlertalk.com/blog/speech-therapy-for-toddlers
I'm exactly in the same situation with my 3 yr old daughter.
My son 4 hes not talking but he understands i feel like im getting crazy😢😭😭😭😭😭
I hear you. It's so hard to watch our kids struggle, and I hope I can share some helpful resources with you.
If it's available where you live, I'd definitely recommend reaching out to a speech therapist who an meet your son and give you specific recommendations. In addition, your pediatrician is a great person to talk to!
I also want to share some resources for speech (pronunciation skills). Often when older children can understand everything but aren't able to get the words out, they can be struggling with speech. I have tons of videos and handouts to help you investigate at home -
- ua-cam.com/video/dnSqC6Fa1SE/v-deo.htmlsi=_QZrUehIotlEYPOA
- ua-cam.com/video/tgMqtaaOM1Y/v-deo.htmlsi=R6BCqWB3XchYkPcZ
- ua-cam.com/video/B7xARjwba94/v-deo.htmlsi=fOWuFCDMlte0idiJ
- ua-cam.com/video/-OiJ0niM3iI/v-deo.htmlsi=bNOB9d1Xf7qRUa4g
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My toddler is 28 months and he is the same
I am going to link my favorite at home speech therapy strategies for supporting toddlers who are learning to talk:
1. Teaching toddlers to say new words - toddlertalk.com/blog/focused-stimulation
2. A strategy to help toddlers copy new words - toddlertalk.com/blog/getting-face-to-face
3. Keep toddlers attention and help them learn new communication skills a little faster - toddlertalk.com/blog/toddler-imagination
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My name is Cleopatra I have a five year old son he has a speech delay
Hi Cleopatra, thanks for watching. I hope that the video was helpful :)
My girl is almost three and can only say two words. She had very high engagement and still nothing
Hi, I always recommend speech therapy for children who have limited vocabularies. This can help you pinpoint what is making it harder for your child to talk and understand the best ways to help them. Here in the US, you can get speech therapy either through your insurance or the school district at 3 years old.
I will also link some resources for your at home practice:
- 3 Ways to support speech delay at home - toddlertalk.com/blog/speech-delay-in-toddlers
- My all in one guide for late talkers - toddlertalk.com/blog/when-to-worry-about-late-talkers
- My favorite speech therapy strategy to grow vocabulary - toddlertalk.com/blog/focused-stimulation
My son is one and he can say words but it really seems like talking is a chore so he doesn’t
Hi! I wanted to share my activities library with you, just in case you're looking for some fun ways to encourage language at home - toddlertalk.com/blog/category/Activities. Maybe one or more of these ideas can help him forget that talking can be hard as you're learning (just an idea!)
My youngest talks but we can’t understand what she’s saying
Hi. It's not uncommon for toddlers to be hard to understand. In speech therapy, we use the term intelligibility to talk about how easy or how hard it is to understand what someone is saying. I am going to link a blog post that has guidelines for how much we'd expect to understand at different ages - toddlertalk.com/blog/speech-intelligibility
I also want to share a resource that talks more in detail about how toddlers develop speech, so you can learn what to expect at different ages and how you might be able to support your little one - toddlertalk.com/speech-development
My son turns 2 in a month, and he doesn't say mama papa and other basic needs like food water etc buuuttttt he says numbers 1-10 and alphabets A-Z 😐
Hi Hina, thanks for reaching out. At 2 years old I know it's important to you that your little boy is able to tell you what he wants, thinks, and feels. While it's great that he is saying numbers and letters, he can't really use those to express himself. I'd encourage you to talk to your child's pediatrician about speech therapy. Finding support and helping your son learn to say more words for things he wants, needs, and feels can help avoid frustration when you don't understand what he wants and really enhance your communication together. I'm going to link a post I wrote about when to start in speech therapy and how speech therapy can help :)
toddlertalk.com/blog/best-time-for-toddler-speech-therapy
Hi my son is 30 month old he can say the alphabet he can count from 1 to 70 but he is not taking in a sentence is it normall or is there something wrong all so when he see truck car bus etc he know them and call there name
Hi :) My apologies for taking so long to write back. I recommend talking to your child's pediatrician about this. Unfortunately, I cannot give specific recommendations without knowing more about your child. However, we would listen for 2 year olds to be communicating with words, and if they aren't, speech therapists can provide suggestions and strategies to support them in growing their communication skills.
At 30 months, I recommend a speech evaluation (which is free through Early Intervention in the US and covered by most insurances- toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me ).
Son is 26 months and has tough time
Hi, thanks for reaching out. I am going to link a few resources you may find supportive:
toddlertalk.com/toddler-talk-language-program
toddlertalk.com/blog/speech-delay-in-toddlers
toddlertalk.com/blog/best-time-for-toddler-speech-therapy
toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me
Hello , my son is 20 months old he keeps babbling all day responds to asked questions by babbling nothing can be understand, he shows his body parts n repeats after me mama , Dada Tata but never used it, eye contact is good n responds to his name.... what to do
Hi Ariz, I have a few ideas of things to do to help your son begin to say words on his own.
1. Find a speech therapist near you who can identify the best strategies for your son specifically. I am going to link some resources about speech therapy and how it helps toddlers learn to talk.
How to get started in speech therapy - toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me
What to expect in speech therapy - toddlertalk.com/blog/speech-therapy-for-toddlers
2. Try using this strategy at home to help your son repeat new words and work towards saying words on his own - toddlertalk.com/blog/focused-stimulation
3. These tips are super helpful for supporting children who are late talkers - toddlertalk.com/blog/speech-delay-in-toddlers
Mine gets mad when I try teaching her how to read or any interactions
Hi! All toddlers don't love books, and that's okay. You might enjoy this blog post I wrote about "reading" books with toddlers - toddlertalk.com/blog/speech-therapy-books
If your child becomes easily frustrated when interacting with you, I'd recommend talking with your pediatrician. That's a little outside my scope, but I definitely want you to find support. If you're in the USA, you can also reach out to your local Early Intervention program which often has free services without a doctor's referral - www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/actearly/parents/state-text.html
My son is 18 months and says only 5 words
Hi, thanks for leaving a comment. I feel like a lot of parents are in the same boat. As a mom and speech therapist here's my opinion... trust your instincts as a mom whether that's to seek support or wait and talk to your pediatirican about your concerns.
When it comes to milestones, I like to take a more conservative approach because I want parents to seek support if it could be helpful to them. Sometimes speech therapy is a great short term solution for a boost in development, and it takes some of the pressure off us parents for doing it all. I also understand that it can take months to get a speech therapy appointment depending on where you live and what insurance you have, so I always suggest scheduling something if you think you're concerned about any milestone because you can always cancel that appointment (but it's harder to schedule something down the road).
You can read my blog post on "How many words," where I talk about the discrepancy in vocabulary milestones. toddlertalk.com/blog/how-many-words
I hope it's helpful!
I also want to link this research article that talks about the updated CDC milestones, just in case you're interested. I think the full article is behind a paywall but you should be able to see the summary if you're interested - pubs.asha.org/doi/full/10.1044/2023_JSLHR-23-00020
But when we talk to the pediatrician, they say oh hes fine he understands what you're saying and let them be. He's 22 months old and only say dada clearly and some sounds and points. Frustrating
Hi, I am so sorry to hear that this has been your experience. My suggestion would be to see a different provider in the practice and ask for a referral to a speech therapist (if that is what you want, of course). In the US, you can also get a free evaluation through your state's early intervention program for free without a doctor's referral. I'm going to link a blog post that talks about finding a speech therapist here so you can explore those options if interested - toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me
And, there's tons you can do to practice at home. I put together a free quiz and lesson plan tool so you can access tips and activities tailored to your little one here - toddlertalk.com/toddler-talk-language-program
@@toddlertalkshouldn’t recommend people to doctor shop, very unethical
Is this normal and possibly more common in bilingual children?
This is a great question. Based on the available research, I think the answer is no. There may be differences in the vocabulary or grammar used by a bilingual child - but we'd listen for them to be communicating in both their languages cumulatively just as much as children who are only learning one language.
pubs.asha.org/doi/10.1044/2024_LSHSS-23-00100
I have a two years old girl who doesn’t talk but only call mama, baba, apple, nana, jojo, 123, those that means she can’t talk
Because the doctor said it’s a sine of autism
Hi! At 2 years old I'd listen for a child to be saying more than a handful of words. And I know it can be worrisome to hear that late talking is a sign of Autism. But it's important to know that late talking is just one characteristic of autism, and just because your child is a late talker doesn't mean they also have autism. You can learn more about that here: toddlertalk.com/blog/is-my-child-autistic
I'd also recommend a developmental evaluation for your child if it's available where you live. During this evaluation, the provider would be able to talk with you and determine which diagnosis is most appropriate for your child. In the US, you can get a free developmental evaluation through your county Regional Center. Find the contact information for your state here: www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/actearly/parents/state-text.html ... you'll simply call and can request the evaluation, you don't even need a doctor's referral :)
My toddler is three and only talks when he wants to. He knows all the sounds of the ABC’s and he also sings the songs also says all the ABC’s and count to 20 and he counts 20 backwards when he’s doing a countdown but cannot pull full sentences together but he knows a lot of words but still is not making sentences out
Thanks for your comment. As a speech therapist, I see that children will often combine words once they say about 50-100 single words.
Based on your comment I'd want to support your little one in learning words to communicate their wants, needs, and ideas. You can practice this at home, or I'd recommend finding the support of a speech therapist if availble in your area so you can be sure to tailor your efforts to your child's individual circumstances and preferences.
You may try these activities to teach some new words too - toddlertalk.com/blog/category/Activities
the reason why your child is not talking because it has talking issues. fml
My kiddo is 25 month old but only says mumma papa nana dada nothing else
Hi, thanks for leaving a message. I'm happy to share a few resources with you in case you're interested.
First, here's my guide to getting started with a speech therapist - this will be different if you live outside the US, but many countries have similar programs or systems in place. - toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me
I also want to share a tool I created for practicing speech and language at home. You'll take a 10 minute quiz and then you'll get recommended lessons you can practice with - toddlertalk.com/toddler-talk-language-program
Lastly, here's a page where I have saved different popular activities you may use to practice with speech and language at home - toddlertalk.com/blog/category/Activities
I hope this is helpful :)
Does he talk now?
@@RahulKumar-kn6it he says a lot more words now....but not in sentences
Parents can take it head on without paying a stranger
I agree that there are tons of things parents can do at home! My website is dedicated to strategies that parents can use themselves, I'll link it here in case you're interested - toddlertalk.com/blog
I also feel that in some circumstances it can be very beneficial to have the support of a professional, especially if parents feel their efforts at home aren't yielding the results they were hoping for. And here in the US there are many options for speech therapy, and many families may be able to access services for free! toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me
My son said mama at 3 months then nothing until one year mama again and then dada. Babbling and some gibberish that nearly sounds like words. Now nearly 2 but only babbling.
Hi Johnny, thanks for leaving a comment. My recommendation would be to talk to your child's pediatrician about a speech and language evaluation. If you don't have an existing pediatrician you can also reach out to your local early intervention program. I'm posting a guide to getting started in speech therapy here: toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me
A speech and language evaluation will help you understand better what is making it harder for your little one to talk and what specific things you can do to support them. You might enjoy these resources in the meantime.
toddlertalk.com/blog/best-time-for-toddler-speech-therapy
toddlertalk.com/blog/focused-stimulation
toddlertalk.com/blog/comments-over-questions
He say word but not talking but not all word
Hi. I am going to link a great resource if you're looking to practice speech and language at home :) toddlertalk.com/toddler-talk-language-program
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An 18 month old I was around recently couldn't say one single word..just gibberish. When I watched the father interact with him it became clear why the child couldn't say anything. The father never talked to him....heartbreaking!
Hi Lisa. I don't know the specific situation you are referring to but I am hoping for the best for the parent and child. I know it can be really hard, but I always try to see the perspective of the parent and do my best not to judge. If the child is exposed to people talking, even not directly to him I would expect the child to be saying some words. There is research that shows children develop speech and language skills on track in cultures where adults don't speak directly to children. Regardless of circumstance I would recommend speech therapy to support an 18 months communication development if they aren't talking yet.
And I feel like this is as good a time as any to remind us all that if you suspect child neglect or child abuse there are specific protocols for reporting that can be found here: www.childwelfare.gov/topics/responding/reporting/how/ - I am NOT saying that this is an instance of abuse or neglect but having worked with many children who have been victim to these circumstances I want to advocate for responsible reporting *when it is warranted*
You sound very judgemental. Get off your high horse. Are your kids some rhoad scholars? hush up and worry about your own kids.
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We’ve been seeing a speech pathologist for three months and has no idea why our 24month old isn’t talking. He babbles, makes sounds similar to words, and understands everything-it’s just his communication. They’re also telling us to do things that we already do at home. So, honestly, it feels like speech pathology is a waste of time. We are getting really frustrated and don’t know what to do.
speech pathologist will just say possibilities but will not help us. You’re right they are just pure waste of time and money!
Hi. I am so sorry to hear that this has been your experience in speech therapy. Speech therapy can be tough because progress is often slow, but you should be feeling better about your investment of tie and money. I am going to share a blog post I wrote titled "Does speech therapy work?" It talks a lot about focusing on the right goals and has some suggestions if you're feeling discouraged. - toddlertalk.com/blog/does-speech-therapy-work
I also want to share this blog post that shares some great questions to ask your speech therapist to help you have a more positive experience.
toddlertalk.com/blog/best-questions-to-ask-your-speech-therapist
I hope these resources are helpful :)
My 25 month old understand and can talk she repeats words perfectly. But she’s doesn’t communicate. She doesn’t alnowledge that I am momma. Even though her older siblings call me momma. She won’t ask for what she wants nor point. But I know she can talk. I’ll even hear her singing perfectly. Various songs..
Hi, thanks for leaving a comment. First and foremost I always recommend that parents seek an in person speech and language evaluation if they have concerns about communication development. Working with a speech therapist in person who can interact and communicate with your child is invaluable - it's the best way to find the best individualized support for them (if it's available in your area).
toddlertalk.com/blog/how-to-find-a-pediatric-speech-therapist-near-me
I also want to share some activities you can use at home to teach requesting and asking for help :)
- toddlertalk.com/blog/people-play
- toddlertalk.com/blog/teach-toddler-to-ask-for-help
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My son stopped saying all the few words he had started speaking now his 2 and his just saying blah blah
Hi :) I am going to link my blog post related to this for you - toddlertalk.com/blog/my-toddler-is-not-saying-words-they-used-to -it talks about when toddlers stop saying words they used to (Plus, there are tons of other free resources you can explore on my website if you're interested).
And, as always, if you have concerns about your child's development, I always recommend talking to their doctor.
" In your state or county" Why do americans always think they are the only people on youtube. We are from all different countries.
Thanks for your comment. I'm proud to say that people from over 100 countries utilize the resources on my website. However, my resources are geared towards people in USA because that's the system I know. I can't really make recommendations for how to go about things in countries whose systems I'm unfamiliar with. If you have specific recommendations for your country, please feel free to reply with them here for others!