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In this guide, we explore when babies typically start talking, and share practical tips on how to support and encourage their speech development.
As parents, one of the most exciting milestones we eagerly await is when our baby starts talking. Those first words hold immense joy and significance. However, the journey to speech development starts long before those initial utterances. As proactive caregivers, we play a vital role in nurturing our babies' language skills. In this guide, we'll explore when babies typically start talking, and share practical tips on how to support and encourage their speech development.
Every baby is unique, and the timeline for speech development can vary. Generally, babies start uttering their first words between 10 and 15 months of age. However, this doesn't mean they're silent before then. From birth, babies engage in pre-verbal communication through cooing, babbling, and using gestures. These early sounds and movements lay the foundation for future language skills.
Babies learn to communicate when we talk and play with them throughout the day. Here are five top tips for supporting your baby in everyday interactions:
Babies practise their communication skills when they are interacting with others, so talking and playing with your child throughout the day really is the best way to support their speech and language development. Every babble, coo and giggle is a step toward your baby learning to talk with you! Embrace this precious time with your baby and celebrate each milestone along the way. Before you know it, you'll be delighted by their first words and eager to hear the conversations that follow.
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