14 Months Old and Learning

I dont remember the time frame very well, because my only child is 14 years old now, but when she was little she always seemed to be ahead of other children too. I think it has something to do with being an only child and how much time you put into teaching them an dtalking to them. My daughter was running at 10 months old and she could talk in sentences and carry on conversations before she was 2.
Just keep up the good work and read to him, whenever you can!!

T.,
It sounds like you are doing a wonderful job. My one suggestion, which you are probably doing already is READ READ READ. Even if it seems he is not listening or if it is a few pages at at time. Even looking at books and talking about the pictures. I was really amazed at how my five year old picks up vocabulary from books we read, even when she was much younger. After reading books several times, she uses the words in a different context and does it correctly! It is so fun watching them grow and learn. We also had fun going to the library. At our library the kids can have their own card and they have board books for the little ones, so that way you can have lots of variety without having to spend a fortune!Have fun!
P.

T.
I have a small reference guide that says at around 14 months they should be able to follow 1-step commmands and use 3-5 words. They should be able to imitate action, some when called and cooperate while being dressed. If your son is doing all of that, I think it's wonderful. My first son was very advanced compared to a lot of children his age. I don't know if it was because I spent so muh time teaching him, or what. I don't think you wshould ever stop teaching. If you think he's ready to learn it, then by all means, I think you should. If you try to teach him something and he doesn't grasp it, no big deal. There is a pretty good book called "What to expect. The toddler years" That may be a good reference to you if you want to know where he should be and exactly how advanced he is!

I would say that is way above average..keep it going...he might be gifted...My god daughter was 17 months with maybe 8 words and we got some help and she is 27 months and knows her abc's and several colors and shapes and about 250 words...and she can count to about 13...your child is doing fantastic..keep it up...in case the 2nd one doesn't move that fast don't be disappointed some are 18 months plus before they talk much..they are all different..your two children will not be the same at all...so don't expect it but usually the 2nd one wants to keep up...just don't have expectations on teh 2nd one and be disappointed... good for you!!!! C. ____@____.com

My son started talking early too. And I don't mean words like "mama" and "dada." He was using complete sentences and even big words by the time he was a year old. I think the main reasons why he starting speaking so well so young is that I never "baby talked" to him, and I read to him constantly. I also included him (and still do) in everything I do. I make everything a learning opportunity. Kids have a natural curiosity in the world around them, so take advantage of that. Keep teaching your son new words, and read to him. Find books he shows interest in, but also introduce him to new subjects. Take him to the library and let him explore. Many libraries also have story hours. It sounds like he is very smart, so you should encourage him, especially in areas he seems naturally interested in. Make learning fun, and he will grow up thinking that learning is not a chore, but something to enjoy.

Dear T.,

It sounds like you are a great mom. My daughter is almost 3 and just now getting her ABC down. Although my daughter walk and held her head up early. All kids grow at differnt levels. Just keep on working with your son. I love it now. My daughter can now answer a question if you ask her. She also holds her fork the way most adults do. We have always got comments on her. I live in the Ladson area. Feel free to talk to me more if you like.
Have a great day!
L. S.

Hi T.! It sounds like you have a bright young man on your hands! Is he speaking in full(3-4 word) sentences? I imagine you read to him frequently, which helps. When my oldest son was that age I bought him a big bouncy ball and used a sharpie to write every word he could say all over the ball. Whenever I would bounce it to him I would ask him what word he saw based on how he caught it. I also labeled his dresser in his room. I wrote on the back of an index card what went in the drawer, i.e. JAMMIES, SOCKS, etc. and taped the card to the front. Once he knew them I would mix them up whle he was napping and wait for him to notice. He thought it was great fun. Just remember that his brain is a giant sponge right now and he will pick up on EVERYTHING. Lots of reading and non-babytalk worked great for all 5 of mine. I hope this helps.

Hi T.. I have an almost 17 month old and he's the same way. He says 1 or 2 new words every day. He'll also repeat his ABC's and 123's after me. It's amazing. He's been advanced with pretty much everything so far and I've had lots of comments on how well he speaks. The only thing I can say is that I talk to him a lot about anything and everything. I always involve him in what I'm doing and talk about it. I got some board books for him and he absolutely loves them. I'll point to the pictures and tell him what they are and he'll repeat it. After just a couple of times, he would point at the pictures and would remember what they were and say the name. I think you're doing a great job. Just keep exposing him to as much as you can and have him help you out with little things. Kids love that too. It's not too early to start. My son wants to help me with anything like laundry, sweeping, putting toys away, etc. I don't know about you, but I hope my son is advanced with potty training too. Ha ha. Good luck!

Hi T.. I think it's wonderful that your son is so advanced in speaking! I have a 20-month old granddaughter who is just now forming words but has not put even a small sentence together. Read to him as much as you can. Make him repeat the words. Keep up the good work!
M. - Greensboro, NC

T.,

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