02/13/2025
Is your child a late talker? Here’s what you need to know!
By 18 months, toddlers should be saying at least 10 words (🌱milestone), and by age 2, they should have at least 50 words (🌱milestone) and start combining two words together (like “want cookie” or “more juice”).
🌱 Milestones are the bare minimum your toddler should be saying—90% of toddlers are at or above this level.
🗣️ 18 months – Milestone: At least 10 words | ⭐Average: ~50 words
🗣️ 24 months – Milestone: At least 50 words & mainly using 2-word phrases | ⭐Average: ~300 words
🗣️ 36 months – Milestone: At least 250 words, mainly using 3-word sentences & mostly understood by caregivers | ⭐Average: 1,000+ words
If your child isn’t meeting milestones, that’s a red flag for a language delay and a great reason to get them evaluated. If they’re below the average, they might just be on the slower end of typical development—but early support can still make a huge difference in building strong communication skills.
Once they fall too far behind, it becomes 10x harder to catch up. If you're unsure, it's always better to get checked early.
Is your toddler below the average or not meeting milestones? Message me!
