Helping Your Little One Find Their Voice

You're not alone, and you don't have to feel frustrated or unsure about your child's communication. Every parent hopes to hear more gestures, more sounds, and eventually those first real words - and it's hard when progress feels slow. The good news is that your child doesn't need drills, flashcards, or pressure to learn to communicate. They need connection, repetition, and simple interactions - the things you're already doing every day.

With a few gentle, loving tweaks to the way you already talk, play, and move through your day, you can turn simple routines into powerful opportunities for language development. These science-backed early communication strategies help your little one build the foundation for speech - from gestures to early sounds to expressive words - all woven naturally into the moments you're already sharing.