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Speech Milestones vs Speech Averages – What’s the Difference?

Updated CDC milestones for speech You may have heard the CDC updated the developmental milestones in 2022, including speech milestones. But what do these updates mean? And with different answers from speech therapists, pediatricians, and your neighbor down the street, no wonder it’s confusing trying to figure out if your little one “needs” speech therapy […]

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Late Talkers

Do Animal Sounds Count as Words? Yes! (Signs do Too!)

You may be wondering, “What exactly counts as word?” This post is for you! There are 4 criteria to count as a word: 1️) It’s consistent: Your child always uses the same name for the same thing. If it’s “mmm” for milk, your little one always says “mmm” for milk 2️) It approximates our version […]

Late Talkers

My Toddler Didn’t Qualify for Speech Therapy…Now What?

Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) is defined as services and supports that are available to babies and young children (0-3) with developmental delays and disabilities and their families. Services include speech therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and other types of services based on the needs of the child and family. Eligibility is determined by […]