Speech and Language Development - Milestones
Speech Delay - Warning Signs
- says some 2 word sentences such as "more milk", "all gone", "me go"
- asks for a cookie or toy
- says "whatssat" a lot at about age 2
- understands "where is mommy/daddy?"
- understands simple directions "get your coat"
- understands more words than can speak/say
- does your child use more gestures than words?
- are you concerned about your child's ability to talk and/or understand?
Speech
Development and Milestones - Index
Early detection of difficulties
at any age can make learning to talk easier. If your child shows any of
the warning signs listed for his or her age group, please contact the
Speech-Language Pathologist at your Local Health Unit for more information.
