/ˈmɑː.mə/
often among the very first words
The first three years are when communication grows fastest. We help families support babbling, gestures, first words and play, right from the start.
Who
Babies and toddlers, birth to 3
Sessions
45 minutes, weekly, with a parent
Where
In our clinic or at home online
With
Maya Chen, M.S., CCC-SLP
Everyone repeats or pauses sometimes. These are the patterns that are worth a conversation when they happen often.
Little babbling
ba-ba
Few babbling sounds by around 9 to 12 months.
Few gestures
bye-bye
Not yet pointing, waving or showing things by around 12 to 15 months.
Not responding to name
Sam?
Rarely turning when called. Your pediatrician can also check hearing.
Feeding difficulties
sip
Trouble with bottle, breast, spoon or new textures.
When to reach out.
If you have any concern, it is enough to ask. Children under 3 can also be evaluated by your state's early intervention program at no cost.
Babies
Birth to 12 months
Coaching on babbling, turn-taking and early feeding.
Young toddlers
12 to 24 months
Gestures, first words and play that invites talking.
Older toddlers
24 to 36 months
Word combinations and getting ready for preschool.
What to expect
About 60 minutes of play and conversation with you, with your baby or toddler on the floor with us.