Baby late speech?
⚡ Short answer: Speech development varies by age; what really matters is whether your baby makes sounds, responds to you, and tries to communicate — if these are on track, it may just be speech delay, but if there are no words by 18 months or no two-word sentences by age 2, talk to your pediatrician.
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7 aylık bebek annesi · Development
Baby late speech? I wanted your opinion before going to the doctor.
Maiyko AI ADVISOR
The real reply from the in-app AI advisor
You didn't mention your baby's age, so let me start by saying this varies by how old they are.
Generally speaking, speech development doesn't follow a single timeline — some babies say their first words at 12 months, others wait until 18. What really matters is this: Is your baby making sounds, responding to what you say, making eye contact, and trying to communicate through pointing or other ways? If these skills are there, it may just be speech delay.
Things to watch for:
- 18 months: fewer than 5-10 words
- 2 years: no meaningful two-word phrases (like "mama give")
- Any age: losing words they used to say
If you're close to any of these marks, it's worth checking with your pediatrician; otherwise you can keep watching for a few more months. It'll help a lot if you tell me your baby's age — then we can talk more specifically.
⚕️ 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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