Concerned about 18mo speech

LeannFran

Any other mommies out there with an 18 mo who isn't articulating as well as you think he/she should be? He's advanced physically and cognitively but he still (sometimes)speaks with the wrong first syllable. He understands two step directions and answers questions such as: do you want milk or water?, are you ok/alright? Etc.
His vocabulary is at 20+ words but usually only one syllable. He has a couple of two word phrases but is still only saying the first sound. I'm a teacher so I may be reading into this waaaay too much. But where are your kiddos and should I bring this up at his 18mo appointment tomorrow? TIA

Squirtgun

At 18 months, I'd say that sounds appropriate. If you're concerned, though, just ask his pediatrician as long as you're there tomorrow!
(I always ask our pediatrician what I should expect by the next appointment, so that I'm a little more clear on my expectations for daughter. )

SharonB222

My kids are "early walkers, late talkers". My 1st -easy going- had six spoken words at 18 mo; my 2nd -who I anticipate will be quite a talker- had eleven spoken words at 18 mo. My 1st was way behind until her two days after her 2nd birthday and then she had a word explosion and skipped right to using pronouns correctly - so caught up just fine. My 2nd - time will tell. What did your pedi say?

Designermomma

I think your kid is just fine! My 18 month old only says 10 words and the pedi said that was fine.

LeannFran

Doctor said he's doing quite well. She said articulation isn't something to worry about at this age it's more about his vocabulary. Actually said he's advanced, development is more 2 yo milestones than 18mo. Couldn't have received better news! Thanks ladies for your input!

Malibu45

My daughter is also 18 months and I am also a special education teacher and do the same things you do! It sounds like you're daughter is exactly where she should be! My daughter also has some articulation issues but I am not concerned one bit and I don't think you should be either but don't hesitate to talk to doctor anyway! Always with your gut feeling