Question
How to handle the case when your baby is nearly 2 years old and not yet speaking?
Answer
It is common for children to experience a slowdown in language development as they approach their second birthday. This is usually due to the later development of the language center, and parents should not be overly worried. To promote a child’s language development, it is important to increase daily communication with the child, stimulate their interest in specific topics, and thereby stimulate their language center. Additionally, patience and consistent support are crucial for a child’s language progress. For children who stutter, parents and those around them should understand and encourage them, providing psychological support to help the child alleviate tension caused by stuttering. Specialized language training, such as muscle relaxation, breathing control, and adjusting speaking speed, may also be helpful.