Is babbling just a cute stage—or a sign of something deeper? 

In this episode of Talking Toddlers, Erin dives into the often-overlooked world of prelinguistic development during your baby’s first year.

Drawing on 35+ years of clinical experience, Erin explains how babbling builds the foundation for speech, how movement (yes, even tummy time!) connects to oral motor skills, and why quiet babies need your attention—not just patience.

You’ll learn why consonants and vowels matter, how feeding and communication go hand-in-hand, and what those sweet squeals, grunts, and coos are really trying to tell you.

Plus, get a sneak peek at what happens when screens disrupt this critical learning window—and why your baby needs you more than any device.

If you’ve ever wondered “Is my baby on track?” or felt unsure about what babbling should really sound like, this episode is for you. 

Let’s connect the dots between sound, movement, bonding, and building a confident communicator.

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Mentioned in Episode:

Patricia Kuhl, PhD TEDxRainier 2010

https://www.ted.com/talks/patricia_kuhl_the_linguistic_genius_of_babies