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I'm a mom of a 1 yr 2 months old baby boy. I have concerns regarding his speech delay... should I be concerned?
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POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 5 m old boy5 months agoA. At 1 year and 2 months (14 months), it's normal for babies to have limited speech, but they should be babbling, making sounds, and trying to say a few simple words like mama, dada, baba, or imitating sounds.
When to Be Concerned?
You should consult a doctor if your baby:
❌ Does not respond to their name by 12 months.
❌ Isn’t making any sounds or babbling (like "ba-ba," "da-da").
❌ Doesn’t point or use gestures (like waving bye-bye).
❌ Has poor eye contact or doesn’t try to imitate sounds or actions.
What You Can Do to Help Speech Development:
✔ Talk More – Describe daily activities and name objects around him.
✔ Read Books – Show colorful picture books and read aloud.
✔ Sing Songs & Rhymes – Nursery rhymes help babies pick up words.
✔ Avoid Excess Screen Time – Engage in face-to-face interaction instead.
✔ Encourage Imitation – Make animal sounds, clap hands, and play interactive games.
If your baby is understanding words, pointing at things, and trying to communicate in his own way, speech will likely develop gradually. But if there’s no progress by 18 months, it’s best to check with a pediatrician or speech therapist. Let me know if you need more guidance!
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