31/05/2025
Why isnât my toddler saying the words they want?
You watch your toddler reach for the cupboard, grunt, wave, you just know they want milk. But the word? It doesnât come. Not even close. You wait, hoping, but itâs silent.
At first, you tell yourself, âTheyâll say it when theyâre ready.â But days turn into weeks, and itâs still the same. Your little one understands everything you say, but when itâs their turn, the words just donât come out. Itâs confusing, and yeah, itâs frustrating. Maybe even scary.
Sometimes, this can be more than just a slow start. It could be what we call an expressive language delay, when kids know what they want but canât quite say it. You might notice them pointing more than talking, using shorter sentences, or getting upset because they canât make themselves understood.
Hereâs something important: this isnât your fault. You havenât done anything wrong. Every childâs brain develops differently, and sometimes language takes a little longer. The good news? With the right support, many kids catch up and find their voice.
You donât have to figure it out alone. Weâre here to listen, support, and help you take the next step.đ Swipe to learn more signs and when to reach out.