Stuttering

[Mum2SweetCs]

HI TD, no i live in Syd

Neither our side of the family have it. Is it normal to stutter just the first word? or usually when you stutter it is all the other words in the family?

Is the treatment 100% effective? and how long usually does the treatment take?

thanks for the advice all.

[Mad Scientist]

I noticed my DD1 stuttered a little when she began to say sentences. It was like her brain was moving too fast for her mouth, and she couldn't get out what she wanted to say fast enough. It lasted a couple of months and now it has pretty much stopped. She still very rarely gets stuck but I've noticed it's more when she's thinking of what word she needs to say next if she's unsure. If you are really worried though, like others have said, get it checked out. I'd wait a couple of months just to check that it isn't just a normal developmental thing and if it gets worse or doesn't get better, it's always better to check these things out for peace of mind. Good luck

[spiceoflife]

Hi Mum2OneSweetBun

Yes, it's normal for little ones to repeat the first syllable/word. That is the most mild form of stuttering - even though it sounds horrendous! You may also notice her stretching out words, like 'go-o-o-d'. That's a bit more severe, but not as much as being utterly unable to make the sounds come out.

Please don't worry if you hear some of these more severe forms, nothing bad is happening. But again, if it doesn't improve or go away, of if it gets worse, definitely look into a SP assessment.

I don't know if I'm allowed to make a plug for a public clinic on BB? And I don't know if you can PM me if I'm not a full member yet, but I can help you with some Sydney contacts if/whenever you need.

[Turkish Delight]

have a look at Stop Stuttering with Brenda Carey: Welcome

Brenda is the SP which i saw as an adult and who my DD will see. She is brilliant. I think she has contacts in SYD too.

[Michelle71]

DS started stuttering around 3 months ago (2.5yrs) and it has since resolved. Apparently it is quite normal in toddlers as a developmental stage. We were encouraged not to draw attention to it and just let it be and monitor. It seems to have resolved for the moment.