Sorry ladies, you replied when i was typing! lol

Lisa - I think DD is a quiet one too, which is why i havent been overly worried til now, because DH & I are quiet. But having said that, what she does say isn't clear? though i have no worries with her hearing, i know she can hear very well as she follows direction very well, loves listening to DH & I read to her, and will on occasion mimic what we say. its more just the actual talking that worries me. could it still somehow be related even if thats the case?

Calluna - what do you mean by talking by 2? as in what kind of standards? (itms) she seems to be developing mentally and physically, but just verbally and communicating is where it's lacking.

Helle - thanks, that's really reassuring i'm really hoping for that kind of thing to happen soon too..