Red Flags for Speech Delays: When To Be Concerned in Your Child
Development is unique, meaning that each child grows at his or her own rate and manner. As much as there is a gradual development in speech and language, there are specific age milestones that children with normal speech development achieve. If you are worried that your child might have a speech delay, the most helpful thing you can do for yourself is to know the warning signs and when you should consider seeking the assistance of a specialist in paediatric speech pathology . Early intervention is key. Hearing loss and speech delay, especially if detected in childhood, should be addressed immediately. The availability of speech pathology services in child care by professional speech pathologists enhances the learning process through the improvement of their communication abilities. Red flags to watch out for Here are some red flags to watch out for in your child's speech development (according to Speech Pathology Australia [1]): By 12 months: Don't babble or use soun...