He can hear and will respond to my voice, but he is not saying any words beside MaMa and No, but does not say them all the time. He does make all shorts of sounds, but not words. Any help would be helpful!
2007-05-24 12:43:16 · 9 answers · asked by Susan R 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
Just because he's two doesn't necessarily mean he *has* to be talking. Granted, most children babble on at that age but it's not some sort of requirement. That's just what "most" children do at that point. By no means does every child move along at the same pace.
I assume that he has no trouble understanding speech but he chooses not to use it himself. If that's the case then I'd say he's fine. Give it another few months and see if he comes around. If it's actually concerning you greatly -- no reason to be ashamed if it is -- then you can always bring it up to his doctor. I'm sure they'll have some advice or they can direct you to someone who can examine him and make sure he's developing at the right rate.
By the way, if you weren't aware of it, Einstein didn't speak until he was much older than your son. See what he accomplished? :)
Good luck!
2007-05-24 12:49:34 · answer #1 · answered by Digital Haruspex 5 · 1⤊ 2⤋
normal, normal, normal! My son also was speaking very little around that age. he'd say mama, ball, baba and that's it. he'd just grunt and point. He didn't actually start speaking sentences until he was just over 3 years old. He's 4 now and won't shut up :0) Every child is different. Don't let anyone scare into thinking there is something wrong with your child. Boys do mature a little slower but just give him time and keep talking to him!
2007-05-24 21:28:29 · answer #2 · answered by mustangsally76 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You really need to discuss this with your pediatrician, early intervention is key even if it is a mild speech problem. You may be sent to a developmental pediatrician who can further access his progress for his age, he should have a handful of words by now at the very least. A developmental pediatrician can develop a plan of action which may or may not involve speech therapy or other learning assistance. But the most important thing is to assess the problem. There are countless possible causes or conditions, it doesn't necessarily mean that he is autistic or that he is significantly learning delayed, etc. It could be some very minor help he needs, but the earlier he gets help the better it will be for him.
2007-05-24 19:58:36 · answer #3 · answered by Wicked Good 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
my son will be 2 in august, and he's going through the same thing yours is. i took him to his ped. the other day, and she said she highley doubts its autsim or anything like that, but to be on the safe side she wants him checked out. i have to get his hearing tested and other things. she also said i should try daycare, maybe if he was around other kids he could learn a little more. he only says about 5 words, when the actual 2 year old is suppose to say at least 200. one of the reason she doesnt think its autism is because autistic kids dont normally show love and affection, and my son does.
just give him time, and talk to your ped. in the mean time, try to talk to him and maybe read to him. im sure you already do, but try a little more.
good luck.
2007-05-24 19:53:49 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
I would see a doctor ASAP, but I'm not sure at what age a toddler should be talking. i dont have kids, so sorry I'm not of any help.
And i don't know about the speech terapist the other user suggested. I've taken speech therapies for more than 15 years (I'm currently 23 and havent taken them in 3 years), but it's too soon for your son to start taking speech. Just my opinion.
Good luck to you and your son. I have a feeling everything will be okay ^_^
2007-05-24 19:53:13 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
If it was my child, I would have him checked for developmental issues and autism by a specialist. Both of these issues need early intervention to allow a child to develop to his/her own maximum potential. More than likely it is nothing, but it is important to address the issue EARLY for the sake of your child and your peace of mind.
2007-05-24 19:51:34 · answer #6 · answered by EmK 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
first take him and have his hearing checked.if thats ok see a speech therapist.good luck.also no tv you read to him and spend time talking to him that may be enough for an improvement.bless you and your baby.
2007-05-24 19:51:27 · answer #7 · answered by dixie58 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You should talk to your pediatrician, and perhaps see a diagnostician. You might consider taking him to a speech therapist. He should be putting short sentences together by now.
Good luck!
2007-05-24 19:49:11 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
every child is different if your worried take him to his dr
2007-05-24 20:02:20 · answer #9 · answered by Moo moo I'm a chicken 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋