usually which age or month baby start talking like small words? #asktheexperts

A. Babies typically start talking and saying small words around the age of 12 months, although this can vary. Here's a general timeline for speech development: 1. **6-9 months**: Babies begin to babble, making repetitive consonant sounds like "ba-ba" or "da-da." 2. **9-12 months**: Babbling becomes more varied, and babies may start to use simple words like "mama" or "dada" with meaning. 3. **12-18 months**: Most babies can say a few simple words and may begin to use them to refer to familiar people or objects. 4. **18-24 months**: Vocabulary rapidly expands, and babies may start to combine two words to form simple sentences like "more milk" or "big truck." Each child develops at their own pace, so there's a range of normal. Encouraging language development through talking, reading, and singing to your baby can be very helpful. If you have concerns about your child's speech development, consult with a pediatrician or a speech therapist for guidance.