Episode #27: Help! My Toddler Says a Lot of Sounds Wrong — Should I Be Worried?
Description
It's typical for toddlers and preschoolers not to be able to say all speech sounds correctly. It's a learning process. Maybe your child says "tar" for star or "nana" for banana. But how do you know if it's just a normal stage or something more?
In this episode, we're digging into the question: Should I be worried if my toddler says sounds "wrong"?
Here's what we're covering:
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Why speech errors happen
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How much of your toddler's speech you should be able to understand at different ages
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The most common sound mistakes toddlers make and when they typically go away
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Four simple, low pressure ways you can help your child at home
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Sound-specific strategies for tricky ones like /s/ blends (think star or snake)
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When to consider checking hearing or connecting with a speech-language pathologist
As pediatric speech therapists and moms, we want you to know: most of the time, these mistakes are a completely normal part of learning to talk. We hope this episode helps you you walk away with reassurance, a few simple ideas to try, and the confidence to trust your instincts if you feel something more is going on.
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Resources mentioned in this episode:
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Free Toddler Communication Checklist – weetalkers.com/toddler
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