My three year old started studdering about 6 months ago.. nothing to big, but now it seems like it is getting progressively worse.. He is doing it in about every other sentence. What causes studdering and is there any way to help him quit studdering.
2006-09-14 08:36:07 · 16 answers · asked by margiesue_84 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
I have a three year old, and he went through that. My doc said it is nothing to worry about at that age, in fact it is pretty normal, because their mind forms words faster than they can say them. Basically they are trying to talk faster than they can actually say words. My son turned 3 in June, and he still does it sometimes.
Now that I think about it, maybe they are trying to say words faster than their mind can process it...it's one or the other, but you get the picture. If it continues, and you don't see progress, I'd get his doc's advice. Also pay attention to if he does it with just some words/sounds or if he does it with multiple ones. Chances are if he does it sometimes with a certain sound/word but not other times, he'll grow out of it.
Best wishes :)
2006-09-14 08:41:34 · answer #1 · answered by Mrs. Lucky 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Don't tell him to slow down or repeat. He will only become more aware and begin to feel frustrated. Children who start off speaking without speech interruptions usually do not all of a sudden start stuttering. I'm a preschool teacher and I've seen this with children several times. In one case there was a huge change or stress in the child's life (new baby coming). She started stuttering for about 4 months and then it stopped. In many other cases I felt it coincided with a growth spurt. Their bodies are just growing and learning too fast for them and it takes time to catch up. If there aren't any big changes or stress in your child's life, it's most likely a growth spurt that your child is going through. Don't finish his sentences for him because it will only cause frustration on his part. Pretend like you don't notice. Give it some time yet if he doesn't improve in a few months, talk with your pediatrician. Check out the Stuttering Foundation of America web site at http://www.stutteringhelp.org and read their tips on helping the child who stutters. Relax and good luck!
2006-09-14 10:22:30 · answer #2 · answered by marnonyahoo 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is it studdering, like whilst he says stop he says ssssssssstop. Or is he having concern getting words out. Like if he needs to ask you some thing he says, Mommy I.....................................wa... some......juice. My son has concern getting words out, no longer studdering his techniques is working quicker than his mouth can get the words out. it is particularly trouble-free at this age. you're precise in ignoring it. regardless of if it is studdering, aske the pediatrician approximately it he might desire speech therapy to assist him ultimate it and you will know what you will be doing. i presumed my son studdered, have been given speech assessment. he's high quality merely needs time for his mouth to seize as much as his techniques.
2016-12-12 08:25:45 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have your son to slow down and take his time when talking. Tickling a baby can also cause them to studder, so if he gets tickled alot that could be his problem.
2006-09-14 08:42:26 · answer #4 · answered by Brittany S 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is normal. He has about 100 words coming to him at once and now he has to pick which word is the one he wants to use. He should grow out of it in a few months. Don't make fun of him or say "spit it out". When he is stuttering, just let him take his time and don't act like it is bothering you (the stuttering). If you are concerned, talk to your doctor.
I have seen many three year olds, many boys, go through this, and now they talk fine.
2006-09-14 08:39:53 · answer #5 · answered by little fairy lady 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No specialist needed unless it continues. My 3 year old stuttered for a little bit. You just need to remind him to slow down when he talks. He wants to tell you something and wants it to come out fast that it gets stuck in him mouth. That's how I look at it. It'stearing out of his head like a freight train and the tracks are not fully developed yet for it to travel that fast. Tell him to tell you again but slower because you're too excited to miss any part of what he has to say. He'll feel like it's not his fault and that he's helping you out by slowing down. Worked like a charm for me.
2006-09-14 09:20:46 · answer #6 · answered by jdecorse25 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can ask him to slow down and think about what he wants to say. Another option is if it progress take him to see a speech therapist. For the therapist don't wait to long. In this instance sooner is better than later.
2006-09-14 08:48:09 · answer #7 · answered by Coretta H 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
See a speech pathologist...My son stuttered briefly(a few months) at around that age..but with patience and not finishing his sentences he eventually over-came it.His mom,my ex, is a speech pathologist..either ask your family doctor for a referral or find one in your area...preferably find one who works with children...I wish you every blessing and the vest of luck to you and your little boy.
2006-09-14 08:47:16 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
He'll usually grow out of it. If you're really concerned, take him to a speech therapist. In the meantime -- don't make fun of him and don't finish his sentences for him. Let him get it out and be patient.
2006-09-14 08:41:48 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
HES STUDDERING BECAUSE HES HIS BRAIN IS NOT SURE IF HE GOING TO BE RIGHT HANDED OR LEFT HANDED.
2006-09-14 08:42:19 · answer #10 · answered by jade d 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋