Developmental Language Delay in Children

Helping Your Child Find Their Words—And Their Voice

Language is the foundation of learning, connection, and self-expression. When a child doesn’t begin speaking as expected, or struggles to use and understand language, it may be a sign of a Developmental Language Delay. At Umang Speech and Hearing Clinic, we specialize in identifying and treating language delays in children, helping them develop the communication skills they need to thrive socially, emotionally, and academically.

With early, expert intervention, most children with language delays can catch up and grow into confident, expressive communicators.

What Is Developmental Language Delay?

A developmental language delay means a child is not developing language skills—like speaking, understanding, or combining words—at the expected age. It may affect:

• Receptive language (understanding what others say)

• Expressive language (using words, phrases, and sentences to express thoughts)

• Or both

It is different from speech delays (which affect sound production) and may occur independently or alongside conditions like hearing loss, autism, ADHD, or global developmental delay.

Signs Your Child May Have a Language Delay

You may notice one or more of the following:

• Not babbling by 12 months

• Not speaking any words by 16–18 months

• No two-word phrases by age 2

• Poor understanding of simple instructions

• Difficulty naming objects, forming sentences, or asking questions

• Frustration, tantrums, or withdrawal due to inability to communicate

• Limited vocabulary compared to peers

• Over-reliance on gestures or pointing instead of speaking

Early detection is key. If you’re concerned—even slightly—it’s best to get an expert evaluation.

What Our Language Therapy Includes

At Umang, we begin with a comprehensive speech-language evaluation to understand your child’s strengths and challenges. Based on this, we design a personalized therapy plan that may include:

• Play-based language enrichment activities

• Vocabulary-building through pictures, toys, and stories

• Sentence expansion and grammar development

• Auditory comprehension games and routines

• Parent training to support language at home

• Use of visuals or augmentative tools (if needed)

• Social language practice through role-play and storytelling

Our therapy is engaging, encouraging, and always age-appropriate—building skills at your child’s pace in a stress-free environment.

Why Choose Umang Speech and Hearing Clinic?

Pediatric Language Experts: RCI-certified speech-language pathologists with deep experience in early childhood intervention
Parent-Centered Approach: We involve families in every step of the therapy journey
Multilingual Support: Therapy available in Hindi, English, or your child’s primary language
Child-Friendly Setup: Comfortable therapy rooms designed for young learners
Proven Progress: Track record of helping children close the language gap and succeed socially and academically

Every Child Deserves the Chance to Speak, Understand, and Be Heard

Don’t wait and watch—take action. Early language therapy can unlock your child’s full potential. Book an assessment at Umang Speech and Hearing Clinic today and let’s give your child the words they need to succeed.