Communication Starts Long Before First Words

 

Early intervention may be helpful if you're concerned about things like:

• Few or no spoken words
• Difficulty learning new words
• Difficulty combining words
• Trouble understanding language or following directions
• Limited use of gestures or other ways to communicate
• Frequent frustration when trying to communicate
• Speech that is difficult for others to understand
• Concerns about overall communication development

Sometimes a child needs direct support. Sometimes parents mainly need strategies, reassurance, and a better understanding of what to watch for.

 

We'll figure that out together.

 

“But Everyone Keeps Telling Me They'll Talk When They're Ready.”

 

Sometimes they will.

 

But you don't have to choose between panicking and doing nothing.

 

If you're wondering about your child's communication development, it's okay to ask questions now. Early support gives us an opportunity to strengthen communication skills during a period when young children are learning an incredible amount about language.

 

And if everything looks right on track?

That's useful information, too.

 

Let's Talk About Your Little One

You don't need to know whether your child has a speech or language delay before reaching out.

Tell me what you're noticing, what your child is doing now, and what has you wondering.

We'll talk about what might be helpful and what your next step could be.