what is the right age for kids to start talking????

Question

I have a 2 1/2 year old and she talks a little bit only a few words but im worried she is not saying enough.
Also Im am still potty training her as well, when is the right age for kids to be potty trained??

Answer 1

2 years old

Answer 2

both answers vary a lot with each child and the circumstances. For a first born girl, 2 and a half is a little late to only have a few words. How is her receptive language? That comes first and a lot of kids can understand a lot more than you think and can understand just about everything you say before they can talk much at all. Can she follow directions? Does she react to what you're talking about even if you're not talking right to her? Do you read to her often? Potty training is a whole different story. Summer is the best and easiest time to toilet train and girls are generally easier than boys. She's just about the right age -- but that also varies a lot and it's no big deal if she does it later rather than earlier. I think the simplest and quickest way to toilet train a kid is to let them run around with out their diaper on. Have a potty nearby and explain to them what it is and what it's for. Then just let her spend as many hours as you can without her diaper on and let her go to it and try it whenever she wants. She may miss a few times and end up with pee trickling down her legs but, that's just how it is. Don't get the least bit irritated with her when she misses (try not to because it's hard to get it right immediately and it takes a while to get it right consistently) and compliment her when she gets it even close to right. She will probably love the whole thing and get the hang of it in a few days. If she doesn't -- just wait a while (maybe next month?) and try again. It's just easier to do in the summer so, try to do it before the summer's gone. Good luck!

Answer 3

All children acquire skills at different ages, so there is no definite age, however if you are concerned you should contact an Early Intervention Specialist in your area now. By the time your child is three it will become the responsibility of the school system in your area to provide help. Call the local elementary school in your area and ask for the phone number to the Special Education Department. They should give you any information you need regarding special training and programs to help you and your child if it is determined there is a need.
Potty training is tough, all children acquire those skills at different ages too. With help, I have seen a child 9 month old begin potty training. The process is dependent on how much effort you and those caring for your child are willing to invest. It also must be consistent. Even children in the same family will acquire knowledge and at a different pace, sorry, there is just no set formula.

Answer 4

There is no right age for any of these things. She will talk when she's ready and potty train when she's ready.
Read to her a LOT and talk to her a LOT. Repeat words that you think she is saying, so she hears them pronounced correctly immediately, and also so she can tell you when you have misunderstood. That is the way to have conversation with her right now.
I had decided that my boy should be potty trained by 2 1/2 and made both our lives miserable trying for that goal. When he was ready, at about three, he just quit wetting pants and bed, and he was trained, Just like that! Don't make a big deal out of it or she may even resist.

Answer 5

Einstein was three before he was talking. The important thing to look for is if she can follow two step commands, such as "pick up that paper and throw it away." If she can't do that, take her to the doctor.

My son was almost 4 before he was completely potty trained, and so many parents told me that was normal. He just had no interest in it. He was happy playing in wet undies and he didn't want to be bothered with the bathroom. Finally we told him when he was ready to be rid of diapers for good, we would have a "Big Boy Underpants" party and tried not to get stressed out about it. A few days later he said he was ready. We took him to the store to buy a present and a cake, we sang a song and even blew out candles. He's been diaper free ever since.

Answer 6

mines 2 and a boy....i have not starte dpotty training..hes not interested seriously in the potty and he does talk alot BUT hes VERY ahead of kids his age (he talks more like a 3 year old) I know other 2 year old children and they do the mama, dada, shoes, potty...2 word type thing!

Answer 7

well don't worry kids r different!
My husband mom told me that my husband when he was baby he didn't start talking till he was 2 1/2 , plus he was a late baby to ........she care him till 42 weeks. I mean he is totally normal. I'm 36 weeks pregnant myself and will be doing that to. But i think u should visit a baby doctor and ask him what to do, because she should be potty trained already and she should talk to. Talk to a doctor!!!

Answer 8

My friends son is autistic and says only a few words like-mama, dada,upa [[Still trying to figure that one out]]. So he see's 3 theripist a wk, for-speech, and to get his body to feel somthing when he is hurt. He can run in to somthing and not cry.
I would talk to your ped. and see what she says.
I am going to try potty training my 9month old at 1yr like taking her to the bathroom with me and saying "potty".

Answer 9

She should be able to speak fluently by now, even if she was a bit late. You should get her tested, she may need some special training.Potty training is ok. She should be free her dipers at between 3 - 4.

Answer 10

Every child is different. I have three children. The first born is usually the slowest because they are not trying to catch up to the other siblings. I say you need to let them be who they are. Do not worry. They will be speaking b4 they graduate college!!!!