“Should I take my baby to a speech therapist?”
My baby is 2 years old. She is not talking yet. Should I take my baby to a speech therapist?
6 Answers
A speech therapist at this age is unnecessary. Speak with your pediatrician about this.
Arifa Siddiqui
Family Practitioner
Talk with pediatrician first and get evaluation done.
It does not hurt to get a speech evaluation.. i would recommend it
Karen Young
Jupiter, FL
Please find a Speech and Language Therapist near you, who works with young children. "Early Intervention" is from birth to 3 years old, and is the most important time in a child's speech and language development. You are absolutely doing the right thing by reaching out now. You can locate an SLP near you by going to: ASHA.org/profind . Click "Find an SLP" and enter your location and other information.
I would an encourage a consultation with early intervention specialists. These teams include speech therapists, occupational therapists, and more. Refer to your child’s doctor for more information!
When concerned, it's always best to contact a Speech Pathologist. Early Intervention can typically evaluate your child and determine if there is a delay. If not, many Speech Pathologists provide free screenings or consultations.
