My Child Says a Few Words. Why Aren’t There More?

If your child says a few words but is not using many more, you may wonder whether their speech and language development is progressing as expected. Children develop communication skills at different rates, but limited vocabulary, difficulty combining words, or frustration when trying to communicate may indicate a need for support. At Total Communication, we look beyond word counts to understand your child’s overall communication skills, including language comprehension, expressive language, interaction, and everyday communication. With personalised speech therapy and evidence-based strategies, we help children build confidence and develop meaningful communication skills for home, school, and daily life.