If you are concerned about your little one, call your pediatrician. 

You can also call your state’s Early Intervention program. If needed, they can assess your child and provide support, such as speech therapy.

The CDC has a helpful list of milestones for babies and toddlers of all ages. Your pediatrician is also an excellent resource for tracking and discussing developmentally appropriate milestones

Early Intervention, or E.I. for short, is a national service available to families of infants and toddlers in the U.S. with developmental delays and disabilities. Some examples of services include speech therapy and physical therapy, but there are plenty of other ways E.I. can help your child!

Click HERE for a list of states and contact information. You do not need a doctor's referral.

The earlier children get help for a delay, the better! 0-3 years old is a critical time for assessing delays and making significant progress that will serve your child for years to come!

If you think your child has a speech delay, getting professional help is important. Ms Rachel is not a speech therapist. If your child has a speech delay, you can get speech therapy from a speech therapist privately or through Early Intervention.

It is usually free (or low cost) in the United States through Early Intervention. Your insurance may also cover a private speech therapist.