09/19/2025
Parenthood is full of milestones- and questions! 💭
At your child’s 1-year checkup, the pediatrician will ask, “How many words does your child say?”. You may be wondering- what really counts as a word?
In order for any message to count as a word, it must be:
🔹 Consistent- used regularly, not just once
🔹 Intentional- used in the correct context
🔹 Independent- said on its own, without help
Now, what types of sounds or words actually count? 👀 Tap to read more ➡️
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