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As parents, we celebrate every new word, every little sound, and every funny phrase our children come up with. But sometimes, you may find yourself wondering: “Should my child be talking more by now?” or “Is this a sign of a speech delay?”
The truth is that every child develops at their own pace - some speak earlier, and some take a little more time. While this can be perfectly normal, there are also certain red flags for a language delay that parents should be aware of. The good news? When caught early, speech therapy can make a big difference.
At Bilingual Speechie LLC, we specialize in helping families navigate these questions. This guide will walk you through what it means to be a late talker, common signs to look for, tips for supporting language at home, and when to seek professional help.
A late talker is a child who may be developing typically in other areas (like motor skills or play skills) but has fewer words than expected for their age.
Some late talkers catch up on their own, but others may continue to experience a language delay in toddlers that requires extra support. Early intervention helps identify which children may need that boost.
💡 Important note for bilingual families: Being bilingual does not cause speech or language delays. If your child is learning two languages, their vocabulary may be divided between them, but what matters is their total number of words across both languages.
Here are some signs that your child may need support with their speech and language development:
By 12 months:
By 18 months:
By 24 months (2 years):
By 3 years:
If you notice several of these red flags for language delay, it’s a good idea to reach out for support. Look for more details speech/language milestones here.
Whether or not your child is officially a “late talker,” there are many things you can do at home to encourage communication.
These simple strategies provide the best help for late talkers at home and create a rich language-learning environment.
If you’re unsure whether your child is just a late talker or showing signs of a bigger challenge, remember: trust your instincts. Parents often know when something isn’t quite right.
It’s a good idea to seek professional support if:
Knowing when to seek speech therapy is important because early support helps children build confidence and strong communication skills for school, friendships, and daily life.
At Bilingual Speechie LLC, we provide evaluations and therapy that are:
Whether your child has expressive and receptive language delays, is a late talker, or you just want peace of mind, we’re here to help.
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Mi nombre es Liliana Díaz-Vázquez y obtuve mi licenciatura en trastornos de la comunicación en 2012 y mi maestría en patología del habla y lenguaje en la Universidad Saint Xavier en 2014.
Soy patóloga del habla y lenguaje bilingüe certificada (SLP) y actualmente trabajo en Chicago, Illinois. ¡Me apasiona trabajar con la población bilingüe! Me especializo en pediatría con niños de edades 1 a 18 años y principalmente trabajo con estudiantes bilingües y hispanohablantes en programas de educación general, programas preescolares y programas de educación especial.
Actualmente trabajo a tiempo completo en las escuelas públicas y a tiempo parcial en intervención temprana. También tengo mi propio blog y creo todo tipo de recursos / actividades bilingües que utilizo con mis propios clientes. Tengo una amplia experiencia en el tratamiento y la evaluación de una variedad de trastornos. He trabajado con niños con autismo, síndrome de Down, deficiencias cognitivas, discapacidades de aprendizaje, apraxia, trastornos de fluidez, trastornos del lenguaje y retrasos en el desarrollo.
Mis áreas de especialización incluyen comunicación aumentativa / alternativa (CAA), desarrollo del lenguaje bilingüe y la evaluación y tratamiento de retrasos / trastornos del lenguaje en niños bilingües.
Soy miembro de la American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA) desde el 2014, miembro de la Illinois Speech and Hearing Association (ISHA) desde el 2014 y tengo mi licencia en el estado de Illinois.
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