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As children grow, there are certain milestones parents look forward to, such as crawling, walking and speaking. By their first birthday, most children know a word or two; at 18 months, their vocabulary should consist of five to 20 words and include simple two-word sentences. But these are rough guidelines. Every child progresses at a different pace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Approximately one out of every four children experiences a speech delay, and most eventually catch up without any sort of intervention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Still, it\u2019s best to bring up any concerns with your child\u2019s doctor. If there is a language disorder or developmental problem, early treatment is key to preventing learning problems down the road. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Are the Reasons for a Speech Delay?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A variety of factors can lead to delayed speech and language skills. These include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n