How to Increase Talking in Toddlers: 5 Tips to Get Kids Talking

[@saadrabia]

Video starts at 3:35. You're welcome. Great strategies and tips. 👍🏼

[@marybarbera]

Thanks for that!

[@rpaulino2067]

Thank you!

[@robertreynolds9961]

The examples and connections at the beginning are important too

[@jessicacalder9099]

Hahaha

[@valeriewarren6181]

The internet has true heros. And you are one

[@raymacz1922]

Thank you so much Barbara. Not all parents like us can afford such therapy. We live in the Philippines & we are thankful for people like you for at least giving us some tips & tools like shoebox to help us with our 4 yr. old kid. These videos may not be that comprehensive but surely helps us in a way. May you have more blessings & success. Big Thank you to you!

[@marybarbera]

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[@NanayExpress]

will definitely download the program.. our son is 3yrs old non verbal with eating issues as well. we have schedule for assessment but because of the pandemic we cannot proceed. 😔 thats why im here looking for what we can do at home to help him speak. thank you Mary this is very helpful!

[@marybarbera]

Thank you for being here. I am so happy you found me! My courses can help . check out www.marybarbera.com/workshops for more information.

[@yeseniamarie2709]

My son is 19 months and they told me maybe borderline and I've been crying since last monday BECAUSE i really dont know what to do at all they keep confusing me saying maybe its speach delay...im not even sure how to start this at all..and its upsetting im in remission of cancer..and right now i feel im all over the place how to start this

[@investingmania7631]

I am exactly in the same situation as yours. My son says many randoms words and sentences from cartoons, but not much to committee or to carry out a conversation. Desperately need help. Also Trying to explore options to see what can be done.

[@billiemason9162]

@@yeseniamarie2709 🙏🏽

[@cynthiamorfin416]

I hope you find some help! Ask around find a moms group in your neighborhood. Speak to your pediatrician be persistent. My son is 3 and same issues but we are able to get help virtually ABA. You are not alone.

[@elaineliranzo_]

My son just turned 20 months old, and only says a few words. I’m a first time mom and I work from home so I try my best to dedicate time only to teaching him but I can do better tbh. His doctor has told me that he doesn’t seem to have any signs that he may be autistic yet. But I want to help him be verbal. I myself had a delay in speaking as a toddler and had to go to a speech therapist. I just want to help my baby boy flourish as best as I can. He acknowledges when I speak to him he understands when I talk to him, and he responds back to me when I talk to him but it’s mostly baby talk.

[@marybarbera]

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[@TillDeathOrDisasterDoUsPart]

First of all, your videos are really helpful. Thank you for helping all the parents who are anxious or working with diagnosed kids. My son is 21months old. He has about 18 words and only 8 of them are clear, a stranger can understand them. The other 10 we can understand them but not others for sure. He says nana for banana and papel for apple stuff. He also spells almost 15 of the 26 alphabets and says numbers 1-10 with no clear words, an for one and so on. He points and does not have a toy preference or anything. He looks when we call his name but his attention is very very short. He will just turn and go about on himself.he understands directions, like sit, bring ur shoe, go say bye to dada when he goes to bed. I am already working with a speech therapist once every other week. What else do you recommend? I want him to catch up as early as possible. Thank you!

[@marybarbera]

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[@joanna0988]

That sounds fine for his age.

[@ElmaWilson-t7i]

My grandson turned 2 in February. He talks a lot, but in his baby language. He can feed himself, drink out of a sippy cup, he bath himself, he is a busy bee, and love reading books, while on the potty, I need to read for him, and it must be out of a book of his choice. He will tell you a story in his baby language, with humor, but we do not understand a word he is saying. He can say mamma, pappa, ouma and oupa, that is all! As a grandma, I am a bit worried about it

[@velazquezanahi]

My son is half yes half no but we saw the pediatrician today for his 18 month wellness check and she also agreed we should have him evaluated so we’re waiting on that. He isn’t speaking at all, he shakes his head around and around and that was our first sign, he doesn’t answer to his name ever so that’s the second but he has great eye contact and smiles with us and he also loves to eat, he is not a picky eater whatsoever so that’s what I mean by half and half on that milestone list... I just want to be able to help him in any way I can, thank you so much for making these videos to educate us parents who have no clue where to start 💓

[@marybarbera]

It is a hard time! take a breath and good job being on top of his development. My online courses can help you start teaching him while you wait. check out a free workshop here www.marybarbera.com/workshops

[@gerlietuttle3778]

My son will be 2 and half, he's saying only few words (not combined). This video is very informational and will definitely try it. Thank you!

[@marybarbera]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mariahcox8584]

This was so helpful! I appreciate you taking the time to make videos like this, to help concerned parents like myself! my son is three years old born in 2020 pandemic baby and he speech delayed. We’ve put him in speech therapy and Daycare to help improve his speech. We are still having trouble with him talking he says some words he’s never formed a sentence. He just turned 3 two weeks ago. He eats sometimes we have to make food interesting for him to eat his whole meal. He will not eat at daycare. He points when he wants something, but he just doesn’t verbally tell us what he wants. Any advice?

[@marybarbera]

I definitely recommend my toddler course to help boost your son's language skills and help with feeding. When you join the course, you also gain access to my team and I through a private Facebook community, where you can ask any questions you have as you work your way through the lessons. Visit MaryBarbera.com/courses to learn more.

[@LesleyTanMortyMortisha]

Mary, I am from UK but live in Malaysia, thank you so much for your advice, just want to ask, I was taught (As a teacher) to always get your students to look at your mouth movements when learning to promounce words properly, do you agree? And if so, this age of wearing masks does not help at all, I, as a teacher of all school ages, frequently lower my mask so the kids can see how my mouth moves when pronouncing the words. I have a friend's 3 yr old son starting on Monday, he has been diagnosed as autistic, but he can understand what you say, but he can only make sounds, not words. I am going to try to follow what you have been teaching in your videos, so hopefully can help him, his behaviour is so far good, and loves pop up books, thank you so much for the help so far x

[@brown-hammer9702]

Thank you so much ! I was stressed out watching other videos. But this one put my mind at ease I appreciate you ❤️

[@marybarbera]

You are so welcome!

[@angelaterry4397]

The shoe box idea is genius, thank you!!

[@albamerchant2143]

Thank you so much for this video. I came across this at a time when I am really struggling. My son was seen by a health visitor yesterday (UK), and will be referred to a speech therapist as he’s not really talking at the age of 2. We will need to wait for this so anything I can do in the meantime would be wonderfully to keep us going. Thank you so much ❤️

[@marybarbera]

I am so happy to hear this helped! I also have free online workshops that can help you while you wait www.marybarbera.com/workshops

[@EbonyRose101]

That is so beautiful. I am trying to get my daughter to talk better! You were very helpful.

[@marybarbera]

So happy it was helpful.

[@robynklawuhn7979]

We are awaiting testing. I just stumbled onto your channel. Going to make a shoebox this weekend for my 23 month old granddaughter! Will try the one word approach also. Thank you!

[@marybarbera]

Have fun! I also have free workshops and more techniques that may be helpful. Check it out here www.marybarbera.com/workshops

[@Elijahsmom22]

I’m terrified my son turned 3 in Jan he sings some songs, says random words and communicates saying juice or chicken nuggets and frys but he only wants to eat that and pizza doesn’t really speak in sentences and I’m just at a loss and looking for some guidance so happy I found you bless you ❤️ he seems so so smart I just dnt get why he’s not talking talking yet🥺

[@marybarbera]

Thanks for watching.

[@LooneytechBoy]

@@marybarbera I don’t think that this is the answer she was looking for

[@camilletm304]

Hi, thanks!! My son used to love his pacifier, has sippy cups and used to be picky eater, now he eats a lot better but only with hands or if I feed him. Babbles alot, (mama, papa, da da) tries to say water and mild only for request.

[@marybarbera]

Thanks for sharing!!

[@kingedward7275]

Very nice program..thanks aunty mary

[@marybarbera]

You are most welcome

[@amylopez3091]

My son will be 4 diagnosed with autism last year, non verbal. I love your videos and have gave me way more confidence. I hope some of these help with my child can’t wait to try them out thank you for all you do 🙌❤️

[@marybarbera]

Thanks for watching! I am happy the videos are helping. I have a lot more strategies in my online courses www.marybarbera.com/workshops

[@Its_Ambira]

Hows he doing now?

[@therealestj5326]

Are they working?

[@The_Lampteys]

How is your son now?

[@ReviewGurl]

Can you share the results?? Please :(

[@marietamangalus6583]

Thanks mam for your advice my son late speech and attention im worrying about her.. Start the doctor tell me about the setuition my son im sad.. But im watching your video im gonna put something a rise my child to teach how to improve herself.. Because now pandemic the setuition its so hard to check up the doctor..

[@atiqahazmi9076]

Hye dr! My son is 3 years and half now. He can understand me, but it is difficult for him to reply or response to me. He is good for taking instruction such as ‘go shower please’, ‘put your clothes on’ and he will do as i say. I know that he wanted to talk but instead of saying yes, he will only nod to me as a response. It is like his tongue is so stiff that he just mumbles the word instead of saying it. Once in a blue moon, he will say things like, ‘mom i dont know’ ‘i dont want that’ clearly, and he will only say things like that if there’s no one around. I’ve subscribed to your channel and thank you for your techniques!

[@marybarbera]

It sounds like he has some great skills. Answering yes no is hard! You can google yes/no mary barbera for more on that topic.

[@atiqahazmi9076]

@@marybarbera thanks so much dr! Be safe!!

[@joyobiakor552]

My son is three years and has been diagnosed with autism. No clear words yet but lots and lots of sounds. Just started shoe box program a week ago. Thanks for your help

[@EM33700]

Yesterday my son's pediatrician stated told his mother that he may be borderline autistic because he isn't using any words. He's almost 23 months. He babbles and occasionally I may hear a "dada" but I'm not sure if he's directing it at me. So she recommended that he get tested. I think your shoebox idea might help. I also wondered if he should be back on daycare, as perhaps being around other kids might help. I do really like your shoebox idea though.

[@marybarbera]

Often daycare is not the magical solution for kids are the ratio to help a child participate who may not be as motivated is not right. I talk more about this in my online courses. Learn more here www.marybarbera.com/workshops

[@pysethsoka4694]

I just see your video. Your video help me to understand a lot about my kid. My son he 21 months old. He has problem eating and constipation and he does has speak delay. What happened if the kid has eating problem? Thank you 😊

[@marybarbera]

Eating issues can make language harder. I talk about this in my online courses www.marybarbera.com/workshops for a free workshop

[@pysethsoka4694]

@@marybarbera thank you 😊

[@Lovelaughscouple]

Thank you so much for your help Barbera . Your videos are really helpful. My 28months old doesn’t say even one word. All I hear is dad and shouting when he’s playing. Also he’s so attached with his blanket since childhood. Is there anything I can do about it. I really want to help my son to start talking 🥰

[@marybarbera]

I can help you with all of this! Visit www.marybarbera.com/workshops for more details.

[@varshasharma7455]

And first of all thank you so much for this kind of information. It means a lot .my first child is 10 years old girl who is mentally challenged. That's why I am worried. I can't afford therapist plz help

[@marybarbera]

You are welcome! I'm so happy your finding my videos helpful. You can check out our free workshops to ease your situation. Just visit www.marybarbera.com/workshops/.

[@DarkAngel-cj6sx]

My 3.5 years old son can tell me almost all flashcards I present to him and he understands everything I ask him to do like before his regression. However, the difficult task is to express himself on his own. He only ask me what he want like eat blueberries or give hands ( if he wants to show me what he needs) and want iPad. Otherwise, his scripts are gibberish but some real words come out here and there for there example he has been saying oh my God lol , or don't do this or car wash when he is pretending to wash his ( first time to match his words with what was actually happening) or wash dishes when he saw me doing it. So my take from your strategy is for me to use just one word when he show me what he wants ( he knows how to communicate with his hands a lot). He was diagnosed in September 2020 ( regressed at 3) Thank you

[@marybarbera]

I am happy you found my videos! I'd suggest signing up for a free workshop as my courses can really help you www.marybarbera.com/workshops but yes, you are correct. If he says give hands and he puts your hand on a water bottle you would say water water water as you hand him the water but there is lots more you can do !

[@NaniKnécole]

How is he now ? Is he talking and does express himself on his on??

[@sadjida5527]

I'm mum of a 9 years old child with severe autisme and a 4 years old with speach delay and we are waiting for him to be assessed for autism. I tought I became expert due to my first experience, but I found difficulties in supporting my 4 years old this time. Thank you for your tips.

[@marybarbera]

Thank you for watching! I have online courses that can help both of your children gain skills. If you're interested, join me for a free workshop at www.marybarbera.com/workshops.

[@jshadows4118]

I have a 3 year old that doesn't talk. My family of nurses keep saying he is autistic. I know as his mom that he is not. Just speech delay. He was born at 26 weeks and i believe from the bottom of my heart that he is not autistic. I am going to try your strategies to get him talking. He doesn't show any signs of autism. Thank you for clearing that up for me.

[@marybarbera]

Happy to help! Regardless of diagnosis I can help you learn tools to help increase his language . My youtube videos are great and I also have an online course. Sign up for a free workshop at www.marybarbera.com/workshops

[@jshadows4118]

@@marybarbera thanks! Ive been watching

[@secretwhispers9592]

Even if you dont believe he is autistic, you should have him evaluated. I think the program is called early intervention. Its completely free and they come to your house. They evaluate for many things, not just autism. If he is just speech delayed they have a speech therapist that comes to you and works with your child to get him to talk! Like I said its completely free. My daughter was speech delayed and was talking after maybe a month or less of speech therapy! But he could be high functioning autistic. They evalutate for many things so you will know for sure either way and then help you after the diagnosis!

[@secretwhispers9592]

@@doyouhearthepeoplesing2 there absolutely is a thing of high functioning autism.

[@secretwhispers9592]

@@doyouhearthepeoplesing2 www.google.com/search?q=high+functioning+autism&oq=high+functionaut&aqs=chrome.1.69i57j0.6632j0j4&client=ms-android-att-us-revc&sourceid=chrome-mobile&ie=UTF-8 Sure argue with definitions and doctors lol

[@fayeestacioncasuga8092]

Hi thank you for this video, I found interesting and i will try it to my son. My son is not talking yet but he can say some words like apple and other things, He is turning 3 years old this end of September, usualIy he communicate to us by his actions, like holding our hands to the things he wants,.

[@marybarbera]

You may also try taking my online courses as they will help you build his language. Check out a free workshop at www.marybarbera.com/workshops

[@user-mr3ww5gy4j]

MY friend's son had to get tubes in his ears. Good to rule this out

[@rediteumutoni4059]

This is the same thing my son is doing and his 3 now did yours son talk please I really need some information.

[@fayeestacioncasuga8092]

@@rediteumutoni4059 my son is already 3 years and 6 months, still not talking but he understand sometimes. He is under observation by the ministry of education to know what my son really needs

[@vedranie]

My toddler is 30 months and has a speech delay. He practically say mommy, daddy, No, there you go, yes( in french). As a native french speaker, I only speak french to him and he follows most of my commands. And he interacts with his friends in English at his daycare. With a weekly speech therapy he still doesn't make a sentence. Do you think he has autism? Besides that his eating is okay and he enjoys playing with other kids.

[@marybarbera]

It could be. The best thing is to always get a developmental evaluation. Also google mary barbera billingual for more information on that.

[@JadeyChi]

So I still haven't gotten my 4yr old child evaluated at this point but I think they were on the more mild end of the autistic spectrum and I'm really happy I clicked on this because I kind of been doing some of these intuitively

[@marybarbera]

that is great!

[@zarnainzayd1920]

Thank you for your video My son is 3.5 years he says mumy dad he knows all colours,animals 1-20 , and says alot of words like cookie ,candy .... If he wants me to turn on the light he will light and would point to the light and he is super active but doesn't uses sentences he understands alot of things but doesn't understand all the things.....

[@NaniKnécole]

Hey hun how is he now ? Is he talking more? If you don’t mind me asking?

[@reemonbeauty1]

I don't see any link to any course. Can you please add the link to the description box

[@marybarbera]

Check them out here www.marybarbera.com/workshops

[@mireyaswanderlust4283]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge on this topic! I’m a first time mom with a 16 month old, who doesn’t want to use any zippy cups ( every now and then he’ll use them but sometimes he cries for his bottle), I feel bad taking it away because he’s water intake decreases, he says words but I notice he stop using some words he used to say before! Hoping I can continue to learn how to help my baby boy in this journey! I am also teaching him Spanish but feeling discouraged about it since I feel as if I’m co fusing him, hoping I can learn more about it!

[@marybarbera]

I love how you're paying attention to early signs of possible regression/delays! My toddler course would be perfect for you to help your son regain lost words, and increase language skills in general, and reduce problem behaviors. If you're interested, join me for a free workshop at www.marybarbera.com/workshops.

[@debbiegreen7051]

My grandson was just diagnosed with Autism. Delayed speech. Mind you like you stated he has pop out words., he says dada constantly and I know my daughter is ever so patiently waiting for him to say mama. I want to hear his voice too. I often wonder what his voice will sound like when he call me G-Ma for the first time. I wii do all I can. I'm making the shoebox by the weekend. Thanks.

[@carolinechilufya5205]

These videos are really helpful my child is 11 months and I was getting worried... That when he learning mama and dada

[@marybarbera]

That is great he learned that.

[@ChanelBrooke1994]

Question: my son is two years old. He just recently got off the pacifer, and he loves to drink. He will drink more than he request to eat food. He only say mama when I ask him to and sometimes not. My question is the sippy cup the reason for his delay speech?

[@marybarbera]

It could be part of it but likely not the whole reason. I have online courses that can help teach you how to get him on a straw cup and increase talking www.marybarbera.com/workshops

[@jermaineblalock5553]

Thank you and God Bless you

[@marybarbera]

Thank you for watching!

[@Narman_Rai]

Thank’U for making this video. This is really helpful

[@marybarbera]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jb-scotland3985]

Really happy I found you ❤️ from Scotland 😘

[@marybarbera]

Welcome!!

[@lawyerbagheri9204]

And I download your fantastic book Thank you Dr. Mary

[@marybarbera]

No problem! I am happy you like it!

[@martian14]

Tips start at 3:40

[@drsuganyavinoth8178]

Maam I m frm India and how can I join ur online courses

[@marybarbera]

Thanks for your interest! Join here: marybarbera.com/courses/

[@almaloves672]

My girl is 2 and she has a handful of words and has also said frases on her own but doesn't repeat them again, she babbles alot and makes different tone voices for her toys when playing. She eats well too but i would really like to hear her talk more, should i just give her more time and not rush her?

[@marybarbera]

there are things you can do to build her language. Learn more here www.marybarbera.com/workshops

[@hildalohberg1718]

I really find this helpful Thank you. My grand daughter is 17 month and I am taking care of her. It has been a long time since I had a little one to look after.

[@marybarbera]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mybibochannel]

Thank you Doctor.

[@marybarbera]

Most welcome!

[@Street_pigeonnn]

I'ma try the box strategy thanks

[@marybarbera]

Let me know how it goes! I do have free workshops that may give you more ideas to try with your child. www.marybarbera.com/workshop

[@cristinadegamopatindol2023]

Thank you so much for this video Ma'am hoping and praying to have a successful journey with my son from all the things you've imparted. Keep safe and God bless! Looking forward to more videos from you

[@marybarbera]

Best of luck!

[@remuspierre8965]

Great advice

[@dalycity2011]

thank you for the information, do you suggest we speak to my grandson only in Spanish he is 20 months, he understand simple words, but only says a few words, now his older brother 7 years old speaks English most of the time. Do you think this may confused him at this age.

[@marybarbera]

It's entirely up to you, but for children with delays, I would start by teaching him with the language he is going to use in school, in the community, etc.

[@rezamarieembalzado4466]

Thank you Ma'm this really help ❤

[@marybarbera]

Thank you for watching. For more techniques check out a free workshop www.marybarbera.com/quiz

[@juarenzcapistrano8816]

@@marybarbera hi mam my son just turned six yo and its hard for me to believe why my child is showing signs of difficulties in speaking despite of his brilliance in his first two years , where he learn things easily and memorizes even the numerous asian flags about 42 in just a couple of days is it possible my child can have asd? Pls tell us

[@ezy1411]

My almost 3 year old says some random words no sentences yet however he knows all his letter colors and numbers , do you think he is severely delayed ? Any tips to get him to say sentences

[@marybarbera]

It does sound like he has a delay. I have a lot of techniques that can help even if a child does not have autism. Check out my new book at www.turnautismaround.com

[@johnlambert7056]

Thank you for responding today . Greatly appreciated .

[@marybarbera]

Thanks for watching

[@galwaygirlanesha7931]

My babygirl will be 18months this month she is not walking she is now trying to stand....she seats strong ,loves music to bounce up and down...she babbles alot she can say yesss and noop very clearly when she wants to indicate somthing an show affection....i was so concerned becuz all the kids around her are way further....i took her to ur doc she said dont worry becuz every child develops at their own paste also based on her behabiour that day she didnt show any sign of autism.....im still worried should i be???

[@marybarbera]

it sounds like she has some delays. I can't say for sure if she has autism or not but my online courses can help regardless of diagnosis. Check out a free workshop www.marybarbera.com/workshops

[@ketebarekubet3989]

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[@zenaidagarcia8545]

Hi my son turns 3 this coming March,,my problem is he cannot speech any words,,can't help me, what should I do thank you

[@marybarbera]

Yes, that is quite delayed. I have online courses that will help you! check out www.marybarbera.com/workshops

[@dazem8]

my son is 2.4 and he has yet to say a single word ☹ he has some autistic behaviors but no diagnosis yet since they say he's too young. I'm hoping for some progress by using your tips. thank you.

[@marybarbera]

I have a lot of techniques in my new book. It will help you help him before diagnosis. check it out turnautismaround.com

[@hangingwithiryna9694]

My son is turning 3 in a month. He talks in sentences and answers questions but he is not good at expressing himself. He will say things that he wants to do. He will say I want to play with lego. His sentences are pretty short. He won't say i played with lego today and it was fun, can we do it again. I need to get it out of him. I ask him what did you do today and he will say played with cars today and then i ask who was it with ? And he will say Lucy. He doesnt share anything or he doesnt really ask any questions. He usually narrates what he does and in third person. Levi jumping , levi is running, lets run, levi is eating toast. Once in a while he will use I instead of his name because we have been correcting him. I have noticed kids in his class will say, mommy, I read a book about dinosaurs today and he doesn't really share unless I ask and get it out of him. His pronounciation is very good. He is very good at imitating. How do I expand his sentences and make him have back and forth conversations?

[@marybarbera]

Your best path is to join our online course and community. Attend a free workshop to see if it's a good fit. Marybarbera.com/workshops

[@kimberlybailey2674]

I have a 4 year old currently awaiting an evaluation that was held up by the pandemic since his third birthday. His receptive language is there. He understands everything said to him, and verbal direction. However he doesn’t have conversations with anyone really. He speaks simple sentences. He does pretend play. He has always pointed, we do make the request that he verbally says what he needs from us. Which usually he does. He has been alphabetizing things since he was 2, he has also known how to count to 100 since then. Now at 4 he can also read, if he doesn’t know the word it sounds it out. He knows shapes I’ve never even hear of (thanks KZbin). I was just wondering if your book would give me some tips/strategy to increase his expressive language as he’s nearing kindergarten. And we are trying to avoid someone just slapping a level on him by mechanically going down a checklist of autistic traits. Thanks! Look forward to a comment back.

[@marybarbera]

yes! it has great information for you! www.turnautismaround.com

[@traviscole7069]

Just received your book and i can't wait to read it. My son has a ton of vocabulary and uses sentences sometimes but most of the time its one way conversation and repeats every we say at times. Also acts weird and doesn't know how to communicate with kids or adults. I hope your book helps with that. We also seeking help of professional ABA for him. Thanks for the work and dedication you put on helping families to cope with this.

[@marybarbera]

I'm so glad you just received my book! I hope you'd learn a lot from it Thank you so for your appreciation.

[@mildredrobinson518]

Hi I have a grand daughter that is autism and she is 4 year old and has problem with people leave out of the house to go work or church ,she tends to fallout or throw fits ,hitting, bitting or just crying how can we let her know how to calm down and let her know we have to leave but we are coming back home

[@marybarbera]

I have a video that talked about this. It may help your situation. You can google Mary Barbera + Topic ( Teach a Child to Talk More and Tantrum Less).

[@mildredrobinson518]

@@marybarbera thank you

[@RealityRolez]

Thank you so much for the informationmy two-year-old has a speech delay well that's what the doctors say but I've noticed certain signs of autism. So we are waiting for additional testing.

[@marybarbera]

good luck with the testing. My courses can help while you wait. www.marybarbera.com/quiz to get started

[@lovelyglainelumandas6770]

My 2 yrs old all of abc, colors, shapes and some animals and fruits. Can also sing nursery rhymes but some unclear. She can also say now washing face. Shes not also calling me as mama. Sometimes lose eye contact. She always talks all by herself but i coudn’t understand. Does she have autism or just speech delay? Shes not having tantrums. Hopefully you’ll notice me i’m really worried for my baby.

[@marybarbera]

Without knowing her, I cannot say . It is best to check out mchat.org to do a screening and contact early intervention if you are concerned.

[@paramjitbajwa5068]

Hiee ..My daughter 2 yrs n 6 mnths ...she speaks only mama papa only when she is scared of.sumthing now when i try to teach her words she ignores n strts yawning n running here n der..she trying to say apple but cant say only says aaaa...she point to everything whatever she wants n also point sum of her body parts..when she wants me to on tv she wil gives me remote but nit saying any word...plz help me m worried i have subscribes ur channel n git register on ur workshop today..n thnks for ur tips ita really helpful

[@marybarbera]

That is great you attended a workshop. Make sure to sign up for the online courses and join the private facebook community so we can help you!

[@krystinmamaril4190]

My child can say all the letters, even numbers. He can also say shapes, colors, different foods. But when we are asking Him about the things He wants He has no responds at all. I worried about his situation. He is 36 months.

[@marybarbera]

yes , that can be a red flag. Regardless of diagnosis, my courses can help with this. Check out a free workshop www.marybarbera.com/workshops

[@Iamthenextmultimillionaire4400]

He’s okay. Some kids are just delayed but they all catch up

[@EliSoza23]

How would you approach a bilingual child? Would it take longer for a child to develop n organize the words?

[@marybarbera]

It can. Google Mary Barbera Billingual for more on that.

[@EliSoza23]

@@marybarbera thank you.

[@lilianamunoz1021]

the 5th strategy you have, with pictures, are you referring to PECS, or similar to PECS method? thank you for your videos,very informative.

[@marybarbera]

For the shoebox program you want to use real pictures, usually a 4x6 size of mom , dad, cookie, cup etc. things the child likes.

[@patriciaoertlinger6425]

Thanks Dr. Could you please create to a video or information about how to rid out the pacifier (3 years old child)? She uses mostly to sleep. Thanks

[@marybarbera]

I have one! google mary barbera pacifier.

[@heavychevy4630]

Hello...my son turned 1 on Jan 30th and still doesn't respond to his name. He does make noise and babble. Say mama once every blue moon and use to say dada. Started to walk at 9 months. What can I do to get him to recognize his name?

[@marybarbera]

google mary barbera name response for some tips!

[@BillyFeathers1233]

I love the information you’re giving us. I just came across your videos and I’m optimistic about the techniques you’re showing us. I have a question. How much does a child (24 months old) exposed to bilingualism slow speech or does it at all. She gets mostly Spanish from one set of grandparents which she sees often and then when she’s with her parents and with us (we are the other grandparents) she gets English. Thank you for your help!

[@marybarbera]

you can google mary barbera billingual for more on that topic. It is hard to say for sure but either way my online courses can build her language. Check out a free workshop www.marybarbera.com/workshops

[@judiezehnder8122]

@@marybarbera yo yr Yemen is to y

[@wonderfuldayswith2a903]

My sun is 2 years old. He is completely non verbal. He was diagnosed with severe language delay. Today we brought him for occupational assessments. His development is equal 6 months old children. I noticed when he was 1 year old. There was something going with him.

[@marybarbera]

That must of been tough to hear. My online courses can help you build his language and skills. Check out a free workshop here www.marybarbera.com/workshops

[@Christina-lm9ck]

Good Day!!!my grandson is almost 4 years and 9 months .he knows the alphabet,he knows how to count 1-20 but not that clear as the same with the other children.sometimes he understand what I'm saying .if he wants something he just hold my hand and ask me to get something through gestures.he love to watch youtube most especially nursery rhymes and short fables .is he an autism or have a speech delay. Were from the Philippines.

[@maj1636]

Thank you very much for this video. I am planning to move to Canada next year , but my son with ASD speaks currently only french , I am trying to introduce English but don't want to force him, though I guess it would be difficult going to an english speaking city. Do you think he would learn english as any other child if he lives in an english speaking environment?

[@marybarbera]

It depends on the child. Google mary barbera billingual for more information.

[@runningformylifeful]

My 17-month-old says maybe 10 words and uses some two-word combinations but seldomly. I am concerned because he isn't progressing as fast as my other kids. He eats and drinks independently- uses a cup with and without a straw and uses utensils like a fork and spoon. Eats all kinds of foods and textures. He understands directions, but he doesn't like to point to body parts. He does seem to know what they are however when I give him directions in other ways. Do I need to consider a speech evaluation or is he normal? I can't help but think he might be delayed.

[@marybarbera]

You can attend a 💻 free workshop to help young children increase talking, decrease tantrums, and improve picky eating, sleeping, potty training and more: bit.ly/3GZjn7m

[@theresapietramali635]

I have a 3.5 year old grandson. He has a lot of the eating problems that you mentioned, but he cannot say a word, or even close to a word. He makes noises, but there is no distinct letter sound, its a whole lot of ahhhhhh type of sound (if that makes sense). There are lately a few small words that he seems to understand, which are bye bye, bath, and nap. He has no concept on how to play, nor does he even attempt to play with toys, including any activity involving water, which seems to be his most favorite activity (in which he really doesn't do much in the water. I got him a water table hoping that I could begin to teach him, and I am getting nothing. We don't know what he understands, how to get him to communicate, or how to even start teaching him. He has been to neurology, genetics, therapy (mostly physical) and have been trying to get him in for testing. With this Covid thing, we have not been able to get in. Please help us find a direction.

[@marybarbera]

It is really challenging during Covid! My online courses can help train you and your family how to work with him at home. Come watch a free workshop here www.marybarbera.com/workshops

[@Aethelbeorn]

My 3 year old can say: Ball, Bye-bye, Mom, Dadda, Choo-choo and Boh (he's referring to his favorite one season show of Titipo on Netflix, drives me a bit bonkers to be honest) When I try and teach him new words he only points at the items. No attempts at speaking. He understands body parts. Points at them all with no problem. When we tell him we're going out he gets his jacket and tries to put on his shoes then tries to unlock the door. Comprehension isn't the problem I can't get him to attempt to speak. He points and grunts. I never socialized until I was 7 years old by my own verbal deficiencies. I rarely said anything to my mother. The doctors said I had ADHD to explain my poor schoolwork then a few years later with Asperger Syndrome to try and explain my awkwardness around people. The books that dictate the spectrum were updated a decade later and pushed me off that diagnosis I previously had. Which I find weird but I accept it. Wondering if my back history might be a piece to why my child is having a hard time learning the spoken word.

[@marybarbera]

It could be for sure! I do have techniques to increase expressive speech. Check out a free workshop www.marybarbera.com/workshops

[@prycesean7891]

thanks a million doc ur amazing

[@marybarbera]

You're most welcome!

[@Junior_573]

Thank you!!

[@marybarbera]

You're welcome!

[@kissesdelight27]

My son is 19months.He was saying mama,dada,,two words but than after 15 months he’s just babbling now.He does have other problems like route shows;smashed food still,bottles,pacifier.He walks on his toes only sometimes.He doesn’t like loud noise.He likes bright lights and spinning ceiling fans.He touches his chest and tummy and falls asleep with his hand on them.His behavior is a little aggressive.He doesn’t respond to his own name like your not calling him.Waiting on diagnosis.

[@marybarbera]

it is good you are noticing these signs early. My online courses can help you learn how to help him even before diagnosis. Check out marybarbera.com/workshops for more

[@kissesdelight27]

​@@marybarbera finally received his diagnosis in Janurary.Non-Verbal Autism level 3

[@alexandragordon1022]

Very helpful videos. My son is 2.5 and only saying a few word however understand things that I tell him to do example ( bring me the control ) or pick up diaper and put in trash. Does a lot of pointing , dancing along with nursery songs , plays pretend , plays well with other. Responds to his name anytime he wants something he will take my hand. Went to see a speech therapist whom told me not to be concerned but I’m very concerned as he’s vocabulary has not increased. Should I be concerned? What should I do ?

[@marybarbera]

You could always bring up your concerns to a pediatrician and request that he/she refer you to a specialist who can evaluate him. Sometimes the waitlist for these evaluations can take some time. However, I have online courses that can really help you increase his language. If you're interested, join me for a free workshop at www.marybarbera.com/workshops.

[@alexandragordon1022]

@@marybarbera I have signed up for one today

[@MszCharney]

Im really worried about my 18 month old son. He says " mama, dada, baba, ya" but its all babble, its not with intent if that makes sense. He also does not point at anything or meeting most of his milestones. He knows his name and I think he knows what " no " means. He is a very hyper toddler, he cannot sit still lol so a lot of the time I think MAYBE he is just to distracted. He does make eye contact with us when he is actually engaged and if he is not distracted. Im getting him into seeing a speech therapist. I have been loving your videos. I am a first time mom and am lost as to what to do to help my son.

[@marybarbera]

I am happy you are here and watching the videos. Not pointing at his age is a red flag but it is great he has some words. My online courses can help you build his language even before a diagnosis . Check out www.marybarbera.com/workshops for more information.

[@barbg6494]

My son is autistic and never said a word, only grunted. One day, we stood at the window watching birds land on the evergreen tree. I kept repeating "bird" and "birdie." Then I world add the color of the bird. It finally clicked and he said, "Bird." Within 2 weeks, he was speaking in full sentences, never searching for a word or saying any improperly. Spending time teaching is the key for so many, I suspect.

[@risingspiveyphotography7811]

Tips start at 3:30

[@marybarbera]

Thanks.

[@nickeshabailey1328]

My son is 4 years and 9 months and he is not saying words other than Mama, he is diagnosed as severely Autistic. He makes a lot of sounds that are noise like and at very high pitch at times. When he says mama I am not sure if he is calling me but I always look toward him and answer. He eating problems, he takes nothing from my pot and only wants snacks, Pediasure and juice. He also likes french fries. This I worry about because i often wonder if these things are enough to keep him healthy. I always give him my food, he pushes it away and walk away from me. It was just last year that he stop taking his bottle it was the only thing he wanted. It was when he started daycare they told me he cant continue on the bottle at his age and he started taking other things there.

[@marybarbera]

I'm so happy you found me. My online courses can help increase speech and with the feeding. Check out a free workshop here www.marybarbera.com/workshops

[@lawyerbagheri9204]

Hello Dr. Mary, I am from Iran middle east I'm Persian and I'm very honored to speak with you about our problems with our little girl Erisa She is 3 years old and not speak at all, in 16 months she began to talk ; Mama ; Baba; dada; and so like, but eventually in 19 months she stop and we did the 3 step that you kindly tought concerned parents, and my wife attend her in special institute for autistic kids but unfortunately the corona virus stopped those meetings and now she is 3 and yet we don't know for sure that if she has autism or just having language delay problems; We went to different medical specialist and every one of them had different opinion, so We stuck at this point, however we try hard and practice with her and be very sensitive about her diets and all; But what can we do moreeeeeee???? Please help us I'm a lawyer in isfahan and shiraz and my wife take care of our kid Thank you A lottttttttt.I🙏🙏🙏🙏💟⚘

[@maxlemusa3520]

My son is 7 years old, he was assessed for autism and adhd, no diagnosis was made. His English is so broken, mixing tenses despite being born in Canada and went to school, every time he speak you have to try figure out what he meant. He is doing well in school. What could this be. His younger brother is fine. Fyi He had delayed speech

[@marybarbera]

It could be a speech delay. Private speech therapy may help.

[@aadhvikamma7668]

My cousin son is diagnosed with autism..He is 4 years old.. he haven't speak a single word.. he is going for speech therapy. Does a autistic child can speak?? Will speech therapy works mam???PLS REPLY

[@marybarbera]

it does work for some kids, other kids may need a different approach. Many autistic individuals speak ! send them a free workshop so they can learn more about how to help him www.marybarbera.com/workshops

[@chrisfegan3475]

Omg....I need your help

[@marybarbera]

Sign up for a course today: www.marybarbera.com/courses

[@katrinacassandrapagaran6692]

Thank you for sharing ung knowledge... You really helped us (confuse moms) my son is 27 months old he only knew few words so i will try this techniques thank you.

[@marybarbera]

I am happy to help! I have a free workshop for parents of young toddlers so you can learn more techniques. Sign up here! www.marybarbera.com/workshops

[@ishiandisanasisters]

Same here

[@varshasharma7455]

Hello mam.my 2 year old son understand s everything, point and try to explain his needs but he doesn't speak. I mean he shouts and cry too much. whenever I try to teach him something he starts to show his tantrums.when I scold him he cries louder. What should I do to manage his behavior. And how to teach him

[@marybarbera]

I can help you teach him! check out a free workshop here www.marybarbera.com/workshops

[@AndrewFieldAcademy]

Dear Mary, my daughter (nearly 18 months) has excellent cognitive and motor skills and eats everything (finger, foods, utensils), although we've probably given her a dummy too much and television, but doesn't speak much (only says "quack" and "dada"). She doesn't point and only does a few gestures - such as clapping and nodding no. Should I be worried? or is this speech delay? You're great, thanks for the tips.

[@AndrewFieldAcademy]

her eye contact happens, but only on her "limited" terms

[@marybarbera]

Without knowing her I cannot say for sure but her lack of gestures are a red flag and you may want to do more screeners or request an evalaution. Regardless of the diagnosis though, you can start helping her gain language today. Learn more by visiting www.marybarbera.com/workshops

[@divyayadav8300]

Hi , can i have a quick chat with you. Wanted to talk about my son’s speech delay.

[@neeharikakammuluri9842]

Hi ma'am.. my son is 2 years 2 months old..he doesn't show interest in talking. Even after repeating the word for many times he doesn't repeat the word. He makes sound but do not utter single word. He remembers the rhymes and shows us by acting them as shown in nursery rhymes..so basically for everything he shows or else signals us..how can I make him talk? Can you please suggest. Thank you..

[@marybarbera]

it is pretty good that he communicates through doing the actions! my new book Turn Autism Around offers a step by step guide to help. Check it out at turnautismaround.com

[@edithasuarez23]

Hello, my son is 5 now non-verbal no pointing, sign just cry if he wants anything. It so upset me waiting when he talk but still nothing..

[@marybarbera]

Check out my online courses so you can learn how to help him www.marybarbera.com/workshops

[@surayatamanna6574]

My son didn't response much but he can recite several words. He is 2 years old. Is Not much responding sign of autism?

[@marybarbera]

You do want kids responding , sharing attention and using words functionally. Learn more about the signs by googling Mary Barbera autism signs.

[@mariloubonayog3624]

Hi, Dr. Barbera. I'm a mom of 2 yrs old son from Philippines. My son maybe has a sign of autism ubut i'm not that sure. Please help me. 😔 He just bubling but he didn't even say mama or papa just bubling. How can I help my son. I hope you can read this.

[@marybarbera]

I would take a free workshop here so you can learn techniques to help him www.marybarbera.com/workshops

[@ninjafury5374]

Video starts at 3:30

[@tamarastrose]

My 15 months old Son, hasn’t say anything do I need to start to worry?

[@marybarbera]

Does he babble and make sounds? the cdc milestones can help you know what skills he should have. My new book www.turnautismaround.com can help kids even if they are just a bit delayed.

[@lorenzoalladin8092]

My son is 4 and he he say words like daddy ,mommy, baby ,yeah and sometimes he make letters sound but if I ask him to say it he will not say it but if I tell him to come sometimes he will come or if he troubling something and I ask him to bring it sometimes he will or he will put it back first he never used to make eye contact but now he dose and when I ask him to look at me he dose his sister who he is 11 months older than and when I as spending time with him she will come in between and he will walk away sometimes when she does that and if he want something he will take me to it

[@marybarbera]

My online courses can help you build his language. It is good he has already made some progress. check out a free workshop here www.marybarbera.com/workshops

[@y0cie_doodles]

I've been struggling with my son since he turned 3(now 4) to get him to communicate. He repeats what people say to him and laughs so I wondered if he knew what I was talking about to him and or others. He gibberish and then says a few sentences and gibbers again so I asked help with my pediatrician, called the school district the nurse and a full yr heading onto 2 and no help, no therapies nothing. So I'll try to help my son by myself...

[@y0cie_doodles]

Sorry im all over the place 😆 I have 3 hours of sleep atm

[@marybarbera]

That sounds frustrating! My online courses can certainly help go to www.marybarbera.com/workshops to find out how you can help him.

[@Babuts_autobots]

My son is 2 years old and 6 months rarely utters Mama and Papa and says namnam if he sees food like fruits or vegetables on tv. He hand flaps whenever he is excited or something in tv that he really likes. Initial assessment he has delay speech. Due to Covid-19 his therapy session was cancelled. My concern is he has flapping. Does this mean he maybe in autism spectrum?

[@marybarbera]

It could possibly mean autism but typical toddlers do it too so it is more about when it all adds up is it autism. I cannot say without knowing him but an evaluation is likely a good idea. I can help regardless of diagnosis to start building his skills. Check out www.marybarbera.com/workshops for more info

[@ayelutamerat3659]

There is 4years old boy in our daycare can’t speak , doesn’t eat properly and show abnormal facial expressions ? What advice do you have

[@marybarbera]

It would be best if the family consulted with local professionals who can come and support you and your staff.

[@polloloci21]

Thanks for these videos. I am an American living in Italy, we didn’t notice anything at first but as time went on we noticed that our 3 yr old was not really hitting those development milestones. He was just fascinated by numbers- counting by 2s or 11s. Everything is described by numbers- he uses the number of calories listed on the packaging to ask for certain foods. The cars are described by license plate numbers, the house addresses, the weight limit on the ladder etc. It’s always a guessing game trying to figure out what these random numbers are. It’s been so difficult finding English speaking help here. That’s why I started to look for online help. Now I fear that my youngest might also be on the spectrum. 😖

[@marybarbera]

i'm happy you found my channel! The requesting with number sounds challenging. I do have online courses that can teach you how to help them. check out a free workshop here www.marybarbera.com/workshops

[@HG-ol1tq]

Dont worry, you're doing a great job momma. Keep your head up love

[@mairausman7272]

Hey Barbera....i want to ask that my daughter is three years old but she does not follow instructions and does not conversiate as well....but she speaks the picture names and she can sing poems with actions....what should i do for her conversation and following instructions?

[@marybarbera]

Attend a free workshop! marybarbera.com/workshops/