You've waited for those first words. Maybe your neighbor's child is already chatting away, while yours points, grunts, or pulls you by the hand. Relatives may say, “Don't worry, boys talk late,” or “He'll speak when he's ready.” But your gut says it's worth checking.
Trust that feeling. At VEDANT CIDA Vedant Corner, we offer caring, play-based speech delay therapy for children in Anand and the Charotar region. Guided by CIDA India's structured approach, our team helps children understand, speak, and connect with the people around them.
What Is a Speech Delay?
A speech delay means a child isn't developing speech or language skills at the expected pace for their age. It can show up in two main ways:
- Speech delay: Trouble making sounds or saying words clearly.
- Language delay: Trouble understanding words or putting them together to share ideas.
Some children have one. Others have both. A child may understand a lot but struggle to speak, or they may talk but have trouble following what others say.
Speech Milestones to Keep in Mind
Every child grows at their own pace, but these general milestones can help guide you:
- By 12 months: Babbles, responds to their name, and may say a first word.
- By 18 months: Uses several single words and points to show things.
- By 2 years: Uses around 50 words and starts joining two words, like “more milk.”
- By 3 years: Speaks in short sentences that family members mostly understand.
If your child is missing several of these, an assessment with a speech therapist can bring clarity.
Common Causes of Speech Delay
Speech delays can have many causes, including:
- Hearing difficulties, including frequent ear infections.
- Oral-motor challenges affecting the lips, tongue, or jaw.
- Developmental conditions such as autism.
- Limited opportunities for back-and-forth conversation.
- Excessive screen time in the early years.
Sometimes, there's no clear cause at all. What matters most is getting support early.
Our Pediatric Speech Therapy Approach
Our pediatric speech therapy sessions are built around play. Children learn best when they're having fun, so we use toys, songs, books, and games to build skills naturally.
Based on your child's assessment, speech and language therapy may include:
Receptive Language Work
Building understanding of words, instructions, and questions.
Expressive Language Work
Growing vocabulary and helping children join words into sentences.
Articulation Therapy
Helping children produce speech sounds more clearly.
Oral-Motor Activities
Activities may be included when clinically appropriate to address skills related to speech production.
Alternative Communication
Using pictures or signs to support communication while spoken words develop.
Parent Coaching
Showing you how to support speech and language during everyday moments.
Speech Therapy Exercises for Toddlers You Can Try at Home
Simple daily habits can make a difference. Here are a few speech therapy exercises for toddlers we often share with parents:
- Narrate your day: “I'm cutting the mango. The mango is yellow.”
- Pause and wait: Give your child time to respond before filling the silence.
- Offer choices: “Do you want milk or water?”
- Sing and repeat: Nursery rhymes with actions help children learn sounds and rhythm.
- Expand their words: If they say “car,” you can respond, “Red car!”
- Read together: Point to pictures and name them.
Your Child's Journey With Us
1First Meeting
We listen to your concerns and learn your child's history.
2Assessment
Our speech therapist evaluates understanding, speech sounds, and expression.
3Personalized Plan
We set clear, achievable goals with you.
4Therapy Sessions
Sessions are fun, structured, and child-friendly.
5Progress Reviews
We track growth and adjust goals as your child improves.
Why Families in Anand Choose VEDANT CIDA Vedant Corner
- Child-friendly, play-based speaking therapy.
- Guided by CIDA India's structured child development approach.
- Multidisciplinary team for children with more than one need.
- Strong focus on parent involvement.
- Warm, welcoming spaces for young children.
We aim to make support accessible for families in Anand, Vallabh Vidyanagar, Karamsad, Petlad, Borsad, Nadiad, and nearby areas.
A Gentle Note for Parents
This page is for general information only. It does not replace professional assessment or medical advice. Every child progresses at their own pace, and results vary. Please consult a qualified professional to decide on the right support for your child.
Every Word Is a Milestone
Your child's first words, or their next ones, are worth celebrating. Let's work toward them together.
Call now to book a speech assessment, or visit the center in Anand to meet our team.
Contact UsView Our LocationsFrequently Asked Questions
Q. When should I worry about my child's speech?
If your child isn't using single words by 18 months, or isn't joining two words by 2 years, it's a good idea to consult a speech therapist.
Q. Will my child grow out of a speech delay?
Some children catch up on their own, but many benefit from support. Early therapy can reduce frustration and help children build communication skills.
Q. What happens in a pediatric speech therapy session?
Sessions are play-based. Your child works on understanding, speaking, and sound clarity through toys, games, songs, and books.
Q. Can screen time cause speech delay?
Heavy screen use in the early years may reduce real conversation time, which children need to learn language. Limiting screens and talking more can help.
Q. How often should my child attend speech therapy?
It depends on your child's needs. Some children attend one to three sessions a week, alongside practice at home, based on their therapist's recommendation.
Q. How do I book a speech assessment in Anand?
Call now to schedule an appointment, or visit the center to speak with our team.