My son is 19 months old and only have a few words in his vocabulary. He says ma and da-da, he calls my brother by his name which is Johnathan, he says hot, thats just about it. He understands well though, he does what i tell him to with no problem. He sings but i don't know what he is saying. Is it normal for my child not to be talking well?
2007-03-21 16:10:09 · 11 answers · asked by trina24 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
All I can tell you that it varies and all depends on the child.
My daughter (first born) was talking in complete sentences at 11 months.
My eldest son (second born) was talking in complete sentences at age 13 months.
My youngest son did not want to talk and did not start talking well (besides Mama, Dada, and Bubba) until he was 2 1/2 and then in complete sentences a few months later.
It truely depends on the child.
The vocabulary of a typical 19-month-old toddler may consist of as few as ten words or as many as 50. Yours may be able to link two or more words together, and is starting to use more "action" words. Verbs like "go" and "jump" are common, and so is linking a verb with her name (or pronoun), as in "Come me," meaning "Come with me." (It will be some months before she inserts the preposition.) Many 19-month-olds are also well-versed in direction words such as "up," "down," "under," "out," and "in."
While some normal 19 month olds only use a dozen or so words, most know about 50 words, and are very interested in communicating. They communicate with words, gesture, facial expression, and even pantomime. They enjoy social exchanges and frequently seek out other people to do things with them, to make requests, to show things to them, and for comfort.
It is unusual that your son talks so little, and more of a concern that he is not very interested in communicating. When families are concerned, there is usually a good reason. Physicians are good very good at detecting physical disabilities such as cerebral palsy. Hearing problems can be hard to detect, and the diagnosis of speech and language delays is often not made until children are 2 or 3 years of age.
Fortunately, there is an entire system of early childhood evaluation programs called "Child Find" and "Early Intervention." These are funded through the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and are available everywhere in the United States (also available wherever there are US Government dependents such as military bases). The best way to find these programs is to contact the local school system. Many child health providers will have information about these programs. Good luck.
2007-03-21 16:41:56 · answer #1 · answered by Mum to 3 cute kids 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes, he's normal. I have a nephew who is 2 1/2 and is just now starting to form some small sentences. I've heard boys take longer for some reason. Now my daughter on the other hand is 23 months and has a huge vocabulary. I think some kids just like to listen and not talk. Until they realize that it'll help them get what they want, then they won't shut up...lol
2007-03-21 23:47:27 · answer #2 · answered by Lindsay M 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
My daughter began speaking in full sentences at about 18 months. However, my son (or our little caveman as we like to call him since most of his vocabulary consists of the word MaaaMaaa) just turned one and only says about 10 words or so. At 12 months my daughter already had a very large vocabulary that consisted of more than 20 words and was also using short phrases. For some reason boys tend to take a bit longer to develop language skills. Most of my friends have sons who also took a while to develop their language. However, don't be discouraged, those who took some time began speaking clearly and in full sentences from one day to the next (literally). If you still feel some concern discuss it with your pediatrician and they can recommend a specialist that can work with your son. You as the parent should always follow your instincts and if you don;t feel that your son's language skills are progressing as quickly as they should consult your pediatrician.
2007-03-21 23:40:01 · answer #3 · answered by Ani 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Both of my girls have been speaking in full sentences since they were about 18 months old. But, do not worry about it to much. My brother was almost 4 before he really started talking. The doctor said he just didn't have anything to say. He is so smart now. Good Luck.
2007-03-21 23:17:46 · answer #4 · answered by Tammy J 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My first born was literally at 12 months saying sentences. 6 words at a time, my second at 12 months can only say 7 words total. They all develop differently. I wouldnt be worried.
2007-03-21 23:38:49 · answer #5 · answered by AB 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think that it is. My son started talking in complete sentences when he was about 22-23 months, but even then, it was hard to understand everything he was saying, and his older cousin started even later than that.
2007-03-21 23:17:13 · answer #6 · answered by camiasia2000 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Around 2 1/2 he may start talking with a few word sentence. Don't worry he's fine! He will get the hang on talking very soon, he will talk so much you will wonder if he will ever stop! :)
2007-03-21 23:32:49 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
17 years
2007-03-21 23:21:20 · answer #8 · answered by alias89 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
no because my child infact is also 19 months and is saying "Can i have some juice plase?" If you would like for him t o say complete sentences just help him along with some little words then overtime he will saysentences
2007-03-21 23:16:14 · answer #9 · answered by Valencia S 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
My cousin is extremely smart and started talking in full sentences around the age of your son. So I wouldn't be worrrying much. He should be good. He'll probably start talking so much you'll wish he'd shut up.
2007-03-22 16:17:14 · answer #10 · answered by brooklyn152 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋