Is your 2-year-old not saying much yet? Wondering why, and what you can do to help? You're not alone. In this episode, Carly and Katie dive into a question they hear from parents all the time: why isn't my toddler talking yet? If you're feeling stressed or confused about your child's speech progress, this episode will ease your concerns with clear answers, simple strategies, and practical tips you can start using today.   Episode Highlights: Common Language Milestones for Toddlers Find out what's typical by age two, from vocabulary size to early sentence combinations. Pre-Talking Skills to Encourage Carly and Katie emphasize crucial foundational language skills like imitation, shared attention, and understanding directions—all of which pave the way for first words. Three Simple Strategies to Try at Home The Wee Talkers team shares their go-to tips for encouraging language at home: Knowing When to Seek Help Not all late talkers catch up on their own, and Carly and Katie share signs that might indicate a need for professional support, from family history to missed milestones. Accessible Support Options From Early Intervention Programs to university clinics and teletherapy, they outline a variety of ways to access help, including Wee Talkers' TalkToddler course for at-home guidance. Additional Resources: Free Milestones Checklist Curious about your toddler's communication progress? Download Wee Talkers' free toddler milestones checklist at weetalkers.com/toddler. TalkToddler Course For parents wanting step-by-step support, the TalkToddler course offers strategies you can use daily to support language growth, whether you're waiting for an evaluation or adding to what you're already doing. Our blog is a great resource for families to learn more about baby and toddler language development   Connect With Us Have questions, topic ideas, or a story to share? Reach out anytime at [email protected]. Connect with us on Instagram   This episode is packed with actionable steps to support your child's language journey. Hit play and let's Talk It Out!

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