Hello my son will be 18 months in next few days. He learnt to start walking in the 17th month onwards . He keeps repeating mumm mumm (looking at water) and no other word. He does not point at things and does wave hi and bye, hifi. Handshake. But still does not point or speak . Is it normal ?

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ExpertVandana SharmaNutritionist2 years ago

A. Hello mom does he give eye contact when you talk to him ? as that reaction is very much important for him, and also if he is not please once would suggest to consult a behavioral therapist

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Author of questionMom of a 3 yr 9 m old boy2 years ago

A. Yes he does give me good eye contact

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