Speech development in children

Key facts Children learn to speak at their own pace, and there is a wide range of ‘normal’ speech development. There are certain milestones that can provide a rough guide to normal development. Babies need to learn how language sounds before being able to learn how to speak. There are many different ways you can encourage your child to start talking, and also some things you should try to avoid. If you are worried about your child’s speech development, ask your doctor if your child needs an assessment or hearing test. What is normal speech development in children? Language development