Signs Your Child May Benefit From Speech Therapy

Every child develops at their own pace, but sometimes parents notice their child is having difficulty communicating compared to peers. If you have concerns for your child's speech and language development please start by looking at Communication Milestones on the American Speech Language Hearing Association's website.

Some signs a child may benefit from speech therapy include:

• Limited words for their age

• Difficulty combining words into phrases

• Trouble understanding directions

• Frustration when communicating

• Difficulty being understood by others

• Challenges with social interaction or play

It’s important to remember that needing extra support is common and does not mean anything is “wrong” with your child.

Early support can help children build confidence, reduce frustration, and strengthen communication skills during everyday activities and play.

Parents are often the first to notice when something feels different. We may be the communication experts, but you are the expert when it comes to your child. If you are wondering whether your child may benefit from speech therapy, talk to your pediatrician or give us a call: (503) 579-7327