Early Intervention for “Late Talkers”

Early intervention speech therapy services are essential for young children, especially toddlers who are “late talkers.” These children may be at risk for language delays or future literacy difficulties. 

Red Flags in Communication Development: 

  • 6 months: Does not laugh and squeal; does not look toward new sounds.
  • 9 months: Minimal or no babbling; does not indicate when happy or upset. 
  • 12 months: Does not point to objects or use gestures (e.g., waving, shaking head).
  • 15 months: Has not said their first word; does not respond to “no” or “bye-bye”. 
  • 20 months: Uses fewer than six consonant sounds; does not follow simple directions. 
  • 24 months: Has fewer than 50 words; shows decreased interest in social interactions. 
  • 36 months: Strangers struggle to understand the child’s speech. 

At One Speech Therapy, our licensed speech-language pathologists use play-based activities such as songs, books, and bubbles to stimulate language development. We encourage both verbal and nonverbal communication and foster interaction between children and their caregivers. Our goal is to make therapy fun and effective, helping your child develop the communication skills they need to thrive!