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Speech Problems? Mouth Misformed?
Asked by N.J. from Knoxville
on May 23, 2007
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I recently posted a question asking how well is your 2yr old talking? Well I have been slowly taking her binky in anticipation of it being gone by her birthday(31st) ...
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- I do not feel that it affects speech, but this is just my personal opinion. My son has recieved free speech therapy since he was 3. I know how scared you are. We just ...
- N. - Any oddity to the formation of her mouth, no matter how slight, may impact your child's speech. The "binky," especially, is a huge no-no, so I'm thrilled you're ...
- Hey N., I'm sorry to hear that about Trinity but I would make sure to ask my Dr. and if your not happy or comfortable with his answer then have someone else look at he...
Talking
Asked by A.K. from Evansville
on November 10, 2006
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my son will be 3 in march of 07. he is talking a few words. but he does not make complete senteces yet. i was wondering if this was normal and when will he start makin...
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- I wouldnt worry a whole lot right now. My youngest son was the same way at that age. Every time I gave him a cookie (or whatever it is you are giving him) I would pr...
- My son did the same thing,I don't honestly think it is anything serious but you may want to discuss it with your pediatrician. My son is now 5 and while he does talk i...
- i would have him evaluated for first steps or early intervention of some sort. my daughter was only using single words at that when she turned two, and her ped had her...
2 Year Old Vocabulary
Asked by J.G. from Canton
on August 21, 2009
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My son is going to be 2 on Sept 18. He's definitely behind on his vocabulary and this concerns me. He knows basic words like mama, dada, ball, bye bye, hi, nana, pap...
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- Our pediatrician told us that kids are usually one of two ways: they either talk a lot and don't "motor around" much, or they're walking/running around and not talkin...
- Hi there J., I have the same issue!!! It's amazing how you always think your child is the Only one with "that issue" whatever it may be. I actually spoke with his p...
- Well, by looking though some of your responses it seems that pretty much everyone has about the same story to tell. So I might as well add mine. My daughter was very...
My 18 Month Old Won't Talk!
Asked by C.R. from Columbia
on August 20, 2009
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I took my son to his 18 month check-up yesterday, and talked to the pediatrician about his speech... lack of speech, rather. At 18 months of age, children are supposed...
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- C., Where do you live? You could contact Johnson County Infant Toddler Services and they could evaluate your son, they might have to have a request from your doctor. ...
- I haven't read other responses, but for one thing listen to what your mommy instinct is telling you. I believe 100% that a loving and in tune mom knows if something i...
- Early interventions will help him and your family out greatly.I don't have a child with any special need's but at 18 months his vocabularly of only 3 word's & lack of ...
"Why Isn't My Daughter Talking like the Books Say She Is Supposed to Be Doing?"
Asked by J.L. from Indianapolis
on March 5, 2007
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I am a mother of two girls and a boy. My first daughter who is 4 was so smart and talking before I could get her out of diapers, full sentences. We were all suprised...
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- You know I wouldn't worry yet. Some kids just talk later than others. We are definitely finding that our second baby is not talking as early as our first. Our daugh...
- Children develop at differnt stages. Does your 4 yr old do alot of talking for her? Remember saying all kids should be saying 20 words at 20 months is like saying all...
- I haven't had this trouble, my kids won't be quiet! BUT, my niece didn't talk for the Loooooongest time. She is now 10 and she is so incredibly bright and articulates...
Anyone Out There Use Fish Oil?"
Asked by L.C. from Chicago
on September 4, 2008
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I really need your help. I have done a lot of research on Fish Oil and I would love to start it ASAP with our son who is 3 years old. Our little guy has speech issues...
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- L., I give my child fish oil for adhd. He is 8. The recommended dosage on this Carlson Liquid is 1/2 teaspoon with every meal. This is for children 4 and up. I ...
- Fish oil or DHA are things that I understand might help and cannot hurt. I have fish oil and a really epensive bottle of dha for kids. The fomrer is in pill form and...
- i have been giving my daughter a product called fortified flax which is ground flax seed, rich in omega 3 & 6 fiber and lignans. i started giving her 1/2 tsp. in hot c...
Child About to Be 2 an Doesnt Talk
Asked by S.G. from New York
on July 25, 2008
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My daughter is about to be two in august an she doesnt speak yet. She yells she rambles and when she watches tv she will say words that were just mentioned but if we a...
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- Hi S., My daughter was 2 and not talking but when she did start a few months later she never stopped. That was many years ago (she is 39) but now I would say look into...
- Hi Surjey- You should have your daughter evaluated by "Early Intervention" Call them, tell them your concern, and they will schedule a time to come to your house and...
- My daughter didn't talk at all except a couple of standard words. what she did do is babble in her baby words which was so adorable. then right before her 2nd birthd...
Needing Speech Therapist for My 4 Year Old?
Asked by L.B. from Dallas
on March 14, 2007
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My husband and I had a parent-teacher conference with my son's preschool teacher last week, and she indicated that he may need a speech therapist if his speech doesn't...
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- He can be tested through your school district like we are in the process of doing. We go to Cooks (off Precentline and Midcities) and they are great. You may also just...
- You might try the local elementary school. They may have a speech therapist that can test him and work with him...
- I also have a son that will probably need a speech therapists. At first he would not pronounce the s sound at the beginning of a word. I began to work with him more ...
My 9-Month-old Can't Talk
Asked by M.B. from Fayetteville
on December 22, 2006
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I know that 9-month-olds don't "talk," but they can say things like "mama," "dada," and "baba." My daughter has cerebral palsy and she just squeals at me when she want...
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- Hi M., I am sorry that Angelina has to endure CP. While i do not have any helpful advice that you can use now, i did want to tell you that your daughter needs a spe...
- Some children do their talking whenever that want to. I wouldn't worry to much about it until she gets older. Keep doing what you're doing. You're doing a great job, Mom
- Here's possible food for thought: A close friend of mine's son didn't talk (or spoke very limited) for the longest time and, according to his doctor (& two others...
Speech Therapy
Asked by N. from Chicago
on January 10, 2008
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My neice had to have most of her front teeth pulled a couple years back due to having no enamel on them, while my sister is waiting for them to grow back my neice star...
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- She can contact the school district about an evaluation. Over the age of 3, kids get free special needs services through their school district. We did private ther...
- 2 of my three boys are currently in speech thearpy in the carol stream district. The School has to provied services starting on the childs third birthday. however th...
- Im not sure what area you are near, but Milestones is just norht of belmont and butterfield. Its either Downers or Lombard. They do all therapies there.
