What a thrill to hear you child say “mama” or “dada” for the first time! And when their vocabulary begins to expand, often in adorable baby talk. Most children may pronounce some words incorrectly when learning to speak, but if your child is still saying “gwamma” (instead of “grandma”) or “thitha” (instead of “sister”) at age 5, it could be an indicator of a speech-language disorder.

If your child’s teacher or pediatrician has recommended that you have him/her evaluated by a Speech Therapist, we can help. It’s perfectly natural to be concerned, but rest assured that Speech Therapy can work wonders for your child if they are experiencing a delay in their speech-language development. The Pediatric Speech Therapy Team at Delhi Hospital is here to help your child find their voice. We can evaluate possible delays in your child’s verbal development and create a customized plan to get your child back on track and “talking the talk”!

While Speech Therapy often helps children with trouble pronouncing certain sounds (such as those with lisps), it is not the only area of communication we address. In actuality, Speech Therapy is a broad field that can help with a variety of issues, such as: reading comprehension, memorization, and developing school readiness skills. Other children that might benefit from Speech Therapy are those who have difficulty in being understood, those who have issues with fluency (such as stuttering) and those who have trouble communicating their thoughts via speech. Ultimately, the goal of Speech Therapy is to help children communicate in a way that is clear, confident and understandable. It also aims to help children improve their skills when it comes to interpreting and comprehending language.

At Delhi Hospital, we’re passionate about empowering children to reach their full potential by making learning fun, effective, and motivating. Our Pediatric Speech Therapy Team believes in the importance of making meaningful connections with each child. We know that successful therapy is first built on forming a positive relationship where therapy can be something a child looks forward to, which is why we designed our new Pediatric Therapy Room with your child in mind. Our play-based therapy model allows our Speech Therapists to discover your child’s interests and use them to accelerate their progress. As we know, children learn best when they are engaged with someone who they are comfortable with and when they are having fun!

Do you think your child may have a speech-language delay? Don’t wait. Contact the Speech Therapy Team at Delhi Hospital today for an evaluation. The earlier we can diagnosis an issue, the less impact it may have on your child’s self-esteem, social interactions, and academic progress. Call us today at 878-6297 to learn about the power of Speech Therapy for your little one. Because while they are small, their care is a big deal. Learn more at www.delhihospital.com or follow us on Facebook @DelhiHospitalPediatricTherapy.