Your toddler isn’t talking yet? Here are 3 things I look for as a pediatric speech therapist! 👶💬 ✨ Gestures: Are they pointing, waving, clapping, or reaching to communicate? ✨ Imitation: Are they copying actions, sounds, or facial expressions? ✨ Understanding: Are they responding to their name, recognizing familiar words, or following simple directions? Communication starts long before first words! These are important skills that help lay the foundation for language development. If you’re concerned about your toddler’s speech and language development, don’t wait to seek support! 💛 Have questions about your toddler’s communication? Drop them in the comments below! 👇 #SpeechTherapy #ToddlerSpeech #SpeechDelay #FirstWords #SpeechLanguagePathologist - @emmafontenot_slp