He can only say a few words and very hard to them out. He can not say more than 2 words at the same time. He Is also very little for his age and is clumbsy. I have already had his ears checked out and they are perfect. Just wonderring If anyone has come across this also.
2007-08-14 14:50:17 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
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2007-08-14 14:57:45 · update #1
Hello. First off, Aloha chick, it is NORMAL to use months when talking about children under age 3 bc that is how developmental tests, evaluations, etc are done.
Oye.
Anyway, dear, to answer your question. I would most definitely see his pediatrician. honestly, your ped should have been doing 'mini' developmental tests at every well visit by asking you questions. By 30 mos he should be saying sentences in at least 3-4 words. It is normal for kids to be clumsy, and by little for his age what do u mean? What are his height and weight percentiles when he has well checks?
The Child Find is an excellent idea. Also if u meet income guidlines, and he does require some form of special needs instruction, Head Start or Early Head Start (depending on how soon he can get in) would be a good place to start. www.nhsa.org is their main site.
I would most definitely have him evaluated, I will tell you honestly, if he was in my classroom at 30 mos and not speaking more than 2 words I"d be concerned. Yes every child develops differently but that is a bit late for speaking.
I hope you can find some help, Best wishes, Amy
2007-08-14 16:13:37 · answer #1 · answered by Glutenfreegirl 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
30 Month Old Not Talking
2016-11-15 06:35:27 · answer #2 · answered by desmangles 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Definitely get him in to see a speech therapist. If you are in Texas - and probably many other states, there is a program through the health dept.. In Texas it's called early childhood intervention and they will, for little or no fee, provide speech and other necessary therapies until the child reached the age of three.
This is a very important time as the little ones are learning how to communicate and learning the rhythm of conversation. Can impact their social skills for many years to come.
My child was slow developing speech. He is advanced in almost every other developmental area. We have been in speech therapy for 2 years now and he is slowly catching up to his peers. I wish I had started this earlier.
The earlier you start, the better. If he is physically clumsy, there may be some other issues. Definitely talk to your pediatrician and get the little one checked out.
I can't stress how important it is to deal with this sooner rather than later. Best of Luck!!!
2007-08-14 14:57:01 · answer #3 · answered by Jennifer M 2 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Personally, I don't see anything unusual about this especially if he's under a pediatrician care and there are no hearing or developmental issues. He could just be a late talker. I have four kids and they all took their time learning to use words (apparently they were in much more of a hurry to get on two feet). As others have stated, once they start they just don't stop. We call it the 'verbal explosion'. I'm sure he's fine; just taking it all in.
2007-08-14 15:01:45 · answer #4 · answered by MG 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Take him to a speech therapist - or, good grief, surely his doctor recognizes that something is wrong. Has he been tested? I mean, some kids are slower than others, but coupled with the fact that he's small and clumsy - take him to another doctor and keep taking him until someone gives you some answers. I hope everything turns out okay - I wish you well.
2007-08-14 15:01:38 · answer #5 · answered by mommyrayne 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
My five year old didn't start really talking til he was 4 years old. Have you had your son's eyes checked? That was part of my son's problem. Plus the school started him in a free speech class at 3 years old. That really helped him! So call the school in your area and check into speech to give him a head start.
2007-08-14 17:33:40 · answer #6 · answered by friend 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
My son didn't talk until after he was two. He was & still is clumbsy (so am I). Now he doesn't shut up. Don't worry too much. All of a sudden he'll start growing like a weed & you won't be able to shut him up!!!!
2007-08-14 15:17:46 · answer #7 · answered by Vick 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
My son wasn't talking at 2 and his pediatrican got me in contact with ECI (early childhood intervention) usually funded by United Way. It's free or on a sliding scale. They will come out and evaluate your child for no cost.
2007-08-14 15:00:07 · answer #8 · answered by Shannon B 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Not to scare you, but my sister's kid wasn't talking at almost 3, and was clumsy and little too- he was having seizures- the type that you can't see by looking at him. He was started on seizure meds, and started talking almost immediately. Now he's almost five and catching up to kids his own age....still a little behind tho. I'd take him for a second opinion.
2007-08-14 14:56:08 · answer #9 · answered by Penny P 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
At this age, it is likely to be a problem. You should contact the Child Find office in your area as soon as possible. If you can't find it in the phone book, call the school nearest you and tell them you want to put in a Child Find referral. They'll direct you to the nearest location.
Child Find is a federally-mandated program. More info at the link.
2007-08-14 14:54:57 · answer #10 · answered by Claude 4 · 1⤊ 3⤋