By the first year of life, children say little, but they understand almost everything. These are simple words, such as: “mother”, “dad”, “b-ba”, “pi-pa” and others.
These are mainly words that begin with consonant letters. Up to one and a half years, kids speak out with the help of one word that can have several meanings. Very often, children can use precisely the first part of the word, but their discontent is very easily expressed with the help of the word “no”.
In order for the baby to be interested in the process of speech development, parents need to call every objects that surround the baby. Walking with the baby, call objects that interest him the most. If you call the word, and the baby repeats one letter or syllable, be sure to agree with it, but repeat the word correctly.
At this age, babies can be compared with parrots that repeat not only words, but also the sounds surrounding them. Pay special attention to the baby’s gestures, he so wants to say a lot to you, treat it with respect. If you do not react to the baby’s appeal to you with gestures, he will begin to be capricious. The child will get used to whims very quickly and will understand that your attention can be obtained in this way.
In order for the development of the child’s speech 1 year to be more successful and progressive, you must remember that a lot depends on you. After a year, try your child give instructions, for example, bring cookies, or show a flower. You must interest the child as much as possible.
Over time, the baby will begin to try to pronounce more complex words, the pronunciation of which will cause a smile from you.
Together with the baby, sing more, consider pictures and discuss them, thus, expanding the horizons of the child. Your efforts will not be in vain.
