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When should I worry about my child’s language development?
As children learn to interact and communicate with others they reach different milestones at different ages. Although there is a range in development the milestones are the expectations for all children at this age. ...more
“His brother was slower to talk…won’t he just catch up like his brother did?”
We can’t predict who will develop without intervention and who won’t. A referral does not harm and will provide us with the information we need…either all is well or let’s provide therapy.
“My doctor has no concerns and says all children develop at their own pace.”
All children develop at their own pace, within a given range. If your child is outside of that range, it is important to have an assessment. ...more
“My child is very smart. He knows his numbers, letters and colors; but just isn’t talking.”
This shows us that your child is learning language, however does not have functional communication related “core vocabulary." ...more
How do I know how many words does my child speak?
It is suggested that you put a piece of paper on your fridge or use your telephone and write down each new word your child says. This will help you plot your child’s progress.
Is my child showing signs of Autism?
Signs of autism may begin to be detected as early as 12 months of age. Symptoms of autism can occur in isolation or in combination with other conditions. ...more
Should I worry when my child cannot pronounce words correctly?
Speech sounds develop gradually as children grow and develop in other areas. Many sounds are difficult for young children to produce and they may have difficulty with some sounds, even after they enter kindergarten....more
Will learning more than one language hurt my child’s language development and success at school?
Parents who want their children to grow up knowing English well, may wonder what the value is in teaching their child their first language. ...more
Is it normal for my toddler to stutter?
As children develop speech and language and start to talk in sentences, they may repeat sounds at the beginning of words or repeat parts of words. ...more
How can I help my child to improve his/her stuttering?
