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Does Your Child Just Whine or Grunt for Everything? Do This


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Does your toddler whine, grunt, point, or scream instead of using words?
You’re not alone and you’re not doing anything wrong.

In this episode of The SLP Mom Podcast, we’re talking about one of the most common (and frustrating) stages of early communication: when kids want to communicate but don’t yet have the words to say it.

You’ll learn:

  • Why whining, grunting, and pointing are actually positive signs of communication
  • How to figure out what your child is trying to say in the moment
  • Exactly what to model when your child is frustrated
  • How signs, visuals, and simple choices can reduce meltdowns
  • When to gently encourage words... and when to ease off

I’ll walk you through practical, real-life strategies you can start using today to support your child’s language without increasing frustration for either of you.

If you’ve ever thought, “I know he knows the word, why won’t he just say it?”
This episode is for you.

💛 You’re doing a great job, mama! Let’s help your child find their words.

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The SLP Mom PodcastBy Erin Larsen