How to help your child with speech problems - Expert Tips For Parents

As a parent, you are eager to hear your child’s first word. However it is important some children take longer than others to start actually talking. Speech delay can be tackled with some simple games and techniques at home.

It is important to make sure your child is on track with language milestones such as talking can sometimes be difficult to judge. In the meantime, there’s lots you can do to help your child

1) Talk while doing things and going places.Use simple but grammatical speech that is easy for your child to imitate.

2) Expand on words. For example, if your child says 'mango' you respond by saying, "You're right! That is a yellow mango".

3) Find time to read to your child every day. Try to find books with large pictures and one or two words or a simple phrase or sentence on each page. Name and describe the pictures on each page.

4) Continue to sing songs, play finger games and tell nursery rhymes. These songs and games introduce your child to the rhythm and sounds of language.

5) Sort pictures and items into categories and ask your child to point out the item that does not belong in a category.

6) Read books that have a simple plot, predict and talk about the storyline.

Learn how to tackle your child's speech issue with Speech and Hearing Consultant Dr. Veethika Kapur in this workshop.