My 1 1/2 year old son has not said any words at all. On an occasion he might say dada or sit, but for the most part he hasn't said any words. Should I be worried? He will be 2 this May and I have been reading and saying words to get him to talk, but nothing works. What should I do?
2007-03-21 04:49:15 · 13 answers · asked by JCaton 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
I have a 2 1/2 year old that is the same way. She has a limited vocabulary of maybe 100 words or so.
However- that being said, her sister was the same way. And right before she hit three we started calling her "repeat" as she repeated virtually EVERYTHING that we said.
I had my oldest tested for hearing problems and/or delays and the pediatrician kept saying "just give her some more time..."
Again- with my 2 1/2 year old- they said she's just "stubborn" and told me to start making her ask for something. Get down on her level and if she points to a cup or runs and grabs one, I ask "do you want a drink?" - ::wait for response of 'drink' or 'yes please':: then I ask, "Do you want milk or juice?" ::again wait for answer::
In the beginning she would get really upset because she wouldnt answer me and I would continue to press her for an answer. Finally... she grew so inpatient of having to wait, that she just started answering.
I know it's easier said then done, especially when you hear other children your childs age mouths running a mile a minute and you think, "What is WRONG with my child!?"- I've been there. Persistence is key!
Remember too, that when baby does finally say an audible word that you understand- praise him!!! Positive reinforcement works!
Good luck, and try not to stress. (easier said then done, I know!)
2007-03-21 05:06:48 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My first son did not really talk until he was 2 or 2 1/2. What someone suggested to me then, and I thought was great advice, was never to talk to them in baby talk. Articulate everything you say to him. The more he hears you saying the words correctly, the sooner he will catch on. Especially when he does start talking, don't answer him in baby talk if he talks that way. If he says he wants something and does not say it correctly, don't answer him the way he asked, answer him with the correct word or pronunciation. Don't correct him, just answer him correctly. Don't worry, he will catch on soon. My son is now 7 and NEVER stops talking.
2007-03-21 05:34:57 · answer #2 · answered by marie 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Little boys generally develop language at a slower rate than little girls. Some things you can do to encourage his vocabulary are to have him ask for "cup, book, ball, etc." and don't give it to him until he at least says the word or part of the word. You are doing great by reading to him, try sing-song type rhymes like "the Itsy-Bitsy Spider" and leave the word at the end of a line for him to fill in...(like "spout, out, rain, again"). It will come along, but if you are still concerned, ask the pediatrician for a referral to a speech therapist/SLP.
2007-03-21 04:58:27 · answer #3 · answered by sisterchick1274 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Its most likely fine - kids talk at all different ages and boys especially tend to be on the later side to talk. What you should be looking more at is - is he understanding what you are telling him? Can he follow simple directions? If so, he'll catch up with his talkign most likely. But either way, if he's still not talking much past 18 months, it can't hurt to have him evaluated. My son was 2 and not talking, and my pediatrician kept telling me not to worry, he's a boy, boys talk late, blah blah blah.... and it turns out he's on the spectrum for autism. The earlier you deal with this stuff the better, and even if it turns out to be nothing it doesn't hurt to have him evaluated. Hope this helps!
2007-03-21 05:34:30 · answer #4 · answered by Mom 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You can try leading by example and "Read" to him often. Look him in the eyes anytime possible and just read to him. Simply talking to him as if he could understand your conversation is also very benefitial too cause then he will feel a belonging which will increase his curiousity to communicate. He eventually will discover that he can also speak and also this will excel his learning skills. I personally read to my 1 year old daughter daily! Depending on your schedule at least once a day you should read to an infant and or toddler. They will observe your mouth movement and try to immitate you. Its really fun and they get a great benefit of learning the process of learning! Congratulations on your baby and good luck!
2007-03-21 05:05:27 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Kids do things when they are ready, they always have been that way and they always will be. Your child learns from watching you, so when you are talking to someone, look at your child. Try and get him to mimick you, typical sounds like you would start with a 6 month old "ga, bah , da, ma, la" and then when he starts reapeating them, you can add endings to them to get him to say full words. Talk to your pedi about it the next time you go to a well baby check up,a nd if you are still conserned talk to him about your concerns and that you arent satisfied and would like him to advise you on what to do next. Check your local community to see if a Speech Therapist could help you on teaching your son to talk and if him/her thinks that she is delayed.
2007-03-21 07:26:30 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Talk t your pediatritian. He might have a hearing problem or a developmental issue that needs to be addressed. However, chances are he's just doing things at his own pace. But, I'd get it checked out, as it more effective dealing with developmental issues when a child is very young.
2007-03-21 04:54:27 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Children learn at different times to talk. You shouldn't be worried. Just continue to talk to him and repeat words. When you say a word and he recognizes it then let him know that your proud of him. But don't worry and just enjoy your son.
2007-03-21 04:54:16 · answer #8 · answered by ursolastsummer! 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
don't worry. let her be the leader.BUT when she wants something show it to her and say the word a few times making sure sees your mouth. Then give it to her and each time she wants it try to get her to say the word but don't make it a real big thing.
2007-03-21 05:20:30 · answer #9 · answered by mamayer6 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
most children his age only talk when they want. keep up what u are doing which is good. keep reading to him. if u can have him take notice on how you say words by looking right at him when talking. this helped with my children
2007-03-21 05:03:26 · answer #10 · answered by rhondacote 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋