Wondering 'when do babies start talking'? It's a question on every new parent's mind! The truth is, every baby develops at their own pace, but there are general milestones to watch for.
**Early Communication (0-6 Months):** Before words, your baby is already communicating! Cooing, gurgling, and crying are their first forms of expression. Around 6 months, you might hear babbling sounds like "ba-ba" or "ga-ga."
**Babbling Gets Real (6-12 Months):** This is when babbling becomes more sophisticated. Babies start experimenting with different sounds and rhythms. They might even understand simple words like "no" or their name!
**First Words (12-18 Months):** The magic happens! Most babies say their first real words around their first birthday. These are usually simple words like "mama," "dada," or "ball."
**Building Vocabulary (18-24 Months):** Vocabulary explodes! Babies learn new words rapidly and start putting two words together, like "more milk." They also follow simple instructions.
Remember, these are just averages. If you have concerns about your baby's speech development, talk to your pediatrician. Happy chatting!
