My 18-month-old is speaking in their own gibberish language?
⚡ Short answer: Hearing nonsense sounds at this age is completely normal and actually a very important developmental stage.
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bir anne · Development
My baby talks constantly but what they say is nonsense sounds. Is this normal at this age, when will they move to real words?
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The real reply from the in-app AI advisor
Hearing nonsense sounds at this age is completely normal and actually a very important developmental stage. As babies explore the rhythm, tone, and sounds of language, they first repeat syllables (bababa, dadada), which gradually become more varied. On average, first meaningful words (like mama, dada, water) start appearing between 12-18 months. Between 18-24 months, there's usually a language explosion. Speech onset is flexible until age 2 — some children talk late but develop normally. If your baby responds to sounds around them, makes eye contact, and uses gestures and facial expressions, there's no need to worry. If they have no meaningful words by 18 months or can't form two-word sentences by age 2, consult your pediatrician.
⚕️ Health note: This answer is for general information only; it is not medical advice. Every baby is different — for decisions about your baby's health, consult your pediatrician.
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