Suggestion for Delayed speech

2025-05-28 07:19:41
My 2.6 yr old toddler is communicating but not speaking. Not even one or two words. Can u plz help with any suggestions.
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Avoid mobile Frequently communicate with him Speech therapy
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visit pediatrician

Answered2025-06-01 05:45:06

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Don't delay early intervention is required cause for speech delay. Avoid screen  spend much time with your kids Allow child to mingle with her age equivalent and one to year older kids
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consult developmental pediatrician  for further evaluation
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it's 80% parents efforts 20% doctors suggestion .

Answered2025-05-28 09:34:31

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Screen time is a big barrier to speech delay.. stop it and consult paediatrician

Answered2025-05-28 09:28:27

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Kindly visit a pediatrician and speech therapists at the earliest

Answered2025-05-28 08:58:23

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Given that the 2.6-year-old is communicating but not speaking words, it would be highly advisable to consult a pediatrician or a speech-language pathologist (SLP). * Pediatrician Visit: The pediatrician can assess the child's overall development, including hearing, and rule out any underlying medical conditions. They can also provide a referral to a speech-language pathologist. * Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) Evaluation: An SLP specializes in evaluating and treating communication disorders. They can conduct a comprehensive assessment of the child's receptive (understanding) and expressive (speaking) language skills and recommend appropriate interventions if needed. Early intervention is often key to better outcomes.
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If you, as a parent, have concerns about your child's speech development, it's always best to seek professional advice. * Avoid Comparison: Every child develops at their own pace, but significant delays should be addressed. * Early Intervention Matters: The earlier a speech delay is identified and addressed, the more effective interventions tend to be. * Don't Wait and See: While some children might catch up on their own, it's prudent to get a professional opinion to ensure that no underlying issues are missed.

Answered2025-05-28 08:03:22

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Zero screen time

Answered2025-05-28 11:28:31

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Screen time to zero, get his eyes and ears checked and developmental pediatrician opinion.

Answered2025-05-28 10:26:17

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Please visit the nearest developmental pediatrician or speech therapist.

Answered2025-05-28 09:11:58

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Please stop all screen time And visit a speech therapist for evaluation

Answered2025-05-28 07:59:31

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