When Do Babies Usually Say Their First Word?

When Do Babies Usually Say Their First Word?

I know many parents often wonder, when do babies usually say their first word?  When your baby gets to the age when it seems like they may be talking soon, this is likely your next Google search. As a speech-language pathologist, I’m asked this question often as well....
How to Ease Frustration in Children With a Speech Delay

How to Ease Frustration in Children With a Speech Delay

As a speech therapist, one of the most common questions I hear is “How can I keep my child from becoming frustrated?” It’s very common for a child with a speech delay to get frustrated when they can’t express themselves through their words. And it’s completely...
When To Worry About a Speech Delay

When To Worry About a Speech Delay

Are you wondering when to worry about a speech delay? Curious at what age should you be concerned if your child is not talking? The short answer is, as soon as you suspect a delay.    However, I say this with a caveat– I always encourage parents to practice...
Can Late Talkers Catch Up?

Can Late Talkers Catch Up?

As parents, we are given so much information about our children’s milestones. It can be a little overwhelming, and also frustrating when your child isn’t meeting one as expected. As a Speech Language Pathologist I hear this frustration from parents all of the time,...