finding cooper's voice
Remember, this is just a guide.
Hearing words spoken aloud can expose children to a range of new vocabulary and phrases that they may not have heard otherwise. And it can be so fun and silly too!
Games like “peek-a-boo” or similar games for babies are excellent for learning important skills like listening, paying attention, and taking turns in games with more players.
Games like “peek-a-boo” or similar games for babies are excellent for learning important skills like listening, paying attention, and taking turns in games with more players.
technology can help
Technology can get a bad rap when really it can be a very useful tool to promote speech. Click below for the 9 best speech therapy apps.
Narrate the things you are doing. For example, when you’re brushing your hair, putting on your shoes, making a snack, talk about what you are doing and what comes next. It helps toddlers in connecting actions with words. You can even label objects around the house as your child gets older.
Sounds like “ma”, “da”, “ba”, “oh”. Repeat them back to your child consistently. Modeling words can encourage speech.
Never stop encouraging and believing in your child. Eight years ago, I vividly remember the moment I realized my son wasn't babbling like he was supposed to be. Have faith in your child.
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