When your toddler is not talking as much as expected, it can be hard to know what it means. Is it a speech delay, autism, or simply a different developmental timeline?
In EPS 21 of Angel’s Awesome Minds, we explore the differences between speech delay and autism in toddlers and explain why parents should look beyond spoken words.
What Parents Should Watch For
Communication includes more than vocabulary. Pay attention to:
- Eye contact and shared attention
- Pointing and gestures
- Receptive language, or what your child understands
- Expressive language, or what your child can say
- Social interaction and connection
- Repetitive behaviors
- Developmental milestones between ages 1 and 3
The episode also highlights an important message for parents: a lack of speech does not always mean a lack of understanding.
You do not have to diagnose your child yourself. If communication milestones are consistently being missed, speaking with a pediatrician, speech-language pathologist, or other qualified professional can help you understand the next steps.
Watch EPS 21
🎙️ Speech Delay or Autism? How to Tell the Difference in Toddlers
Watch the latest episode of Angel’s Awesome Minds to learn what your toddler’s gestures, eye contact, language, and behavior may be telling you—and how early support can help your family move forward with greater confidence.