What should parents do if their child is not speaking by 18 months?

If you find yourself concerned about your child’s development, it’s good to take a proactive approach. We recommend speaking with your family doctor or pediatrician and contacting a speech-language pathologist. Try not to worry. Early intervention services are a good thing– they can be hugely beneficial!

What happens around 18 months in language development?

By the end of 18 months, your child might: Recognize names of familiar people, objects and body parts. Follow simple directions accompanied by gestures. Say as many as 10 words.

What if a child is not walking by 18 months?

If your baby doesn’t walk by the age of 18 months, talk with your doctor. You should also talk to your doctor if you feel your baby’s motor skills aren’t developing properly. This might be the case if your 14-month-old is unable to stand, pull up, or bounce.

What counts as words at 18 months?

18 month olds should use least 20 words, including different types of words, such as nouns (“baby”, “cookie”), verbs (“eat”, “go”), prepositions (“up”, “down”), adjectives (“hot”, “sleepy”), and social words (“hi”, “bye”).

Is it normal for an 18 month old to not talk?

Most children have learned to say at least one word by the time they’re 12 months old, and it’s unusual for a child to not be speaking at all by 18 months. Many children communicate what they need nonverbally, and in fact most toddlers develop a host of nonverbal signals.

How to take care of a 6 month old baby?

Make sure he takes two to three naps in a day and sleeps for almost 10 hours at night. It is recommended that you follow a sleep schedule for your baby and try to put him to bed almost at the same time every day. Ensure there are no distractions in the room, and you create a calm and peaceful environment for him.

When to start babyproofing the house at 6 months?

It’s a good idea to start babyproofing your house now before your baby is crawling. At 6 months, your baby will start grabbing and reaching for items, such as your hot cup of coffee in the morning or that burning frying pan near the counter. Take special care this month to consider what items are within reach of a curious baby.

What to expect at 6 months of age?

At 6 months, your baby will start grabbing and reaching for items, such as your hot cup of coffee in the morning or that burning frying pan near the counter. Take special care this month to consider what items are within reach of a curious baby.

When to take your child to the Doctor?

If You’re Concerned – Act Early. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children be screened for general development using standardized, validated tools at 9, 18, and 24 or 30 months and for autism at 18 and 24 months or whenever a parent or provider has a concern. Ask your child’s doctor about your child’s developmental screening.