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My son is three and does not speak in sentences

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misse995
misse995

He understands very well. I can give him detailed instructions and he will follow them. He is capable of speaking. When I say something he will repeat it clearly. So, I know he can speak and I know he can hear. But he doesn't speak he babbles. Should I be concerned yet?

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  • monicaham
    monicaham misse995

    Posted

    It would be best for you to take your son to see your GP and found out if there is a medical reason his speech is delayed. It can take time to set up and see a child speech therapist so best get the ball rolling now if that is the next step for you.

    Remember, every child talks when they are ready. My brother who is now 16, didn't speak when he first started primary school. It was discovered he had a blockage in both his ears which meant he as partially deaf and that was delaying his speech. So after dealing with the ear infection and having speech therapy for roughly a year, today he is preparing for his A level exams and no one would have ever known he hadn't spoken till he was 5! So do seek help and the future is bright.

    • misse995
      misse995 monicaham

      Posted

      Thank you for the advice. I was wondering at what age I should begin to worry. He is clearly able of understanding what we are saying, but he seems to struggle with saying it. We have been making an effort to have him repeat after us and practive saying what he wants in full sentences. He still prefers to point and grunt though. It is definitely frustrating and worrying. I will take your advice and look into the matter early though.
  • monicaham
    monicaham misse995

    Posted

    Hi misse,

    I am not a doctor, so can't say when a toddler should start talking. The fact that your little one understands and is able to follow instruction is a good sign that his hearing is good.

    So again best see your GP, who should recommend you to a specialist if he suspect any issues. Or perhaps the health visitor who came to see you when your son was born. They may be able to help. Do seek professional advice!!

    Is your family bilingual by any chance. I have met a few bilingual families who's children did speak later. There was no real explanation why. It was just so. 

     

    • misse995
      misse995 monicaham

      Posted

      We aren't really bilingual. Some spanish is spoken in the house, but it is rare. That is interesting though that there is that trend. I am definitely going to look into it more. I will talk to his doctor about it. Thanks for the reply, I really appreciate it.
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