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My child doesn't talk yet — should I be worried?

A slightly later start to talking is common, and many children are simply on their own timeline — but communication follows well-mapped milestones, so a gentle developmental check is wiser than waiting indefinitely. Look at the whole picture: understanding, pointing, gestures and connection matter as much as spoken words. AbilityScore® is part of Pinnacle’s developmental assessment. Diagnosis, where needed, requires an appropriately qualified healthcare professional.

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What does it mean if my child doesn't talk yet?

A child not talking yet can mean many things — some are simply later talkers who catch up, while others benefit from early speech support. Talking is built on understanding, gestures, eye contact and play, so the whole picture matters. A short developmental and hearing check is the most reassuring step. AbilityScore® is part of Pinnacle’s developmental assessment. Diagnosis, where needed, requires an appropriately qualified healthcare professional.

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What should I do if my child doesn't talk yet?

If your child isn't talking yet, keep talking, playing and reading together, watch how they communicate beyond words, and arrange a developmental and speech check plus a hearing test rather than waiting. Late talking has many causes, and early support helps powerfully. AbilityScore® is part of Pinnacle’s developmental assessment. Diagnosis, where needed, requires an appropriately qualified healthcare professional.

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