When Waiting Isn’t Working: A Mom’s Journey to Helping Her Child Speak
Bhumika Ambwani 
Here is my thought on should parents wait for their kids to start speaking or not?
I want to start by sharing a real story about one of the moms in our community.
She has a sweet 4-year-old son and has been quietly following my page for a long time. For over a year and a half, she was on my email list, reading and observing. She kept hoping that her son would just start speaking on his own. But just 15 days ago, she finally decided to join my program after realizing that waiting wasn’t helping.
When I asked her why she waited so long, even though her son wasn’t communicating and there was an obvious delay, her answer was one I’ve heard many times before.
She told me, “Everyone around me kept saying, ‘Some kids just take longer to speak.’” And while that might be true in some cases, does it really take four years?
Don’t Wait Too Long
Here’s the message I really want to get across: please don’t wait for your child to just start speaking on their own. I agree—friends and family often mean well when they say things like “He’ll talk when he’s ready” or “Just give it more time,” but that advice isn’t always what your child needs.
If you’re a parent in this situation, let me share something important—waiting often doesn’t help. In fact, the longer you wait, the harder it can get. And after years of hoping, some parents end up spending a lot on different solutions that may not be right for their child. What’s more, some of these solutions can actually hurt a child’s confidence because they feel pushed into doing something they aren’t ready for.
No one likes feeling forced to do something, right?
Why Early Action Matters
If you’ve noticed your child isn’t quite where they should be with speaking, don’t sit on it. It can feel overwhelming to make that first move, but trust me, it’s worth it. Waiting can make you feel stuck, and worse, it might delay your child from getting the support they need to thrive.
Programs that are designed to help kids with communication challenges should be gentle, fun, and supportive—not something that feels like pressure. When you step in early, you give your child a chance to grow at their own pace, with the right kind of help.
Trust Your Gut (Not the Timeline of Others)
Every child is unique, and there’s no one-size-fits-all timeline for development. So if your gut is telling you that your child is struggling with speaking, listen to that instinct. Don’t let the opinions of others keep you from acting. Waiting and hoping might seem easier, but if you’re feeling uneasy, now is the time to take the next step.
Remember, you’re not alone. Early support can open up so many possibilities for your child, helping them build confidence and communication skills without feeling pressured to "catch up."
If you’re still unsure or waiting for the “right time”—I promise, that time is now.