How to Get a 2 Y/o to Talk more...Looking for Mom's Group...

Updated on February 23, 2008
M.Y. asks from Sacramento, CA
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Hi Mamas,

I wanted to know what type of fun activities to get a 2 y/o to talk more. She knows a lot & talks very little. Although, these past few days she has started to talk more & I want to keep her stimulated.

We live in Natomas & I wanted to know about the Mom's Groups or Clubs.

Thanxs & I look forward to hear all you mamas.

M.

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B.R.

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Reading books to her and just plain talking with her ... not 'at' or 'to' her (and that's a real subtle difference) are the best ways I can suggest.
Getting her into groups with other children near her age is also a good idea, because they often can 'feed' off of each other and learn better that way. It may be more helpful if some of the other children are a bit older and are already speaking well.
And.. remember your new little one was born about the time your daughter's speech might be expected to really take off developing. That sometimes can make a difference in how a child's speech develops. It can either result in delays or can actually result in a child's speech taking off faster.. it just depends on the child.
Above all.. remember she is an idividual, and as some others have suggested her speech patterns will not be exactly like anyone else's. We have general ideas of when and how children begin to talk, and these are wonderful help's in detecting problems if they exist, but each child has his or her own time schedule and we shouldn't panic if a child isn't on the schedule we think is right.

I recall a cousin of mine who didn't speak at all until she was about 4. They had all sorts of tests run to no avail. After she started talking, someone happened to ask her why it had taken so long, and she simply told them she hadn't had anything to say before then. I haven't seen her in years, but understand she's now a non-stop talker.

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L.W.

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Children are much more telepathic than us adults, I actually remember being that way. It's started to come back now that I'm much more spiritual. If you can find a group with other quiet kids, you might be amazed at how much they interact, socializing with other spiritual beings who have this gift would be an amazing show of support for this eternal (not a baby) being. Always treat them with respect and honor and you will be amazed at the ease of parenting these advanced beings.

Place your hands over your heart often and quiet your mind, show them that you are trying to open up to them and allow them to meet you where you are, you will start with practice to receive information directly from them.

With love anything is possible, teach love not fear. Imagine a whole world that has been taught like this and know that in this world when we all can recognize the light and love within each member that there can be no fear and no conflict.
Love, L.

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L.M.

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I haven't read them myself... yet!, but I've heard there is a good series of books by Adele Farber called:

How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk

Best wishes!

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R.M.

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I also live in Natomas and belong to a great moms group. Go to meetup.com and check out Capital City Fun Bunch. It's free to become a member, the activities are great and a lot of the kids are around your daughters age. Good luck.

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A.C.

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Try meetup.com for Mom's groups in your area.

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S.P.

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Hi M.,

As far as talking is concerned, my 2nd daughter didn't talk that much either at two. Now that's she's 2 1/2 she talks all the time. (Although my first daughter talked all the time at two!) Each child talks more or less when they are ready. However, if you want to keep her stimulated, I belonged to a MOMS Club in West Sac. and brought both my daughters to different activities to keep them stimulated and with kids their own age and it kept them engaged. ( I know there must be one in Natomas too. Just go to momsclub.com and the website will direct you on who to call in your area.) I also have my daughter involved in Kindermusik in Natomas. Her name is Miss Sunny. My daughter LOVES it. Here's her website if you'd like more info. www.musikandmotion.com. Good luck, and have fun! S. (mom to two daughters in West Sacramento).

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C.E.

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Hi Natomas mommy! Actually, I'm starting a MOPS group at our church in Natomas in March. We're starting it as a playgroup once a month and by September, we hope it will be a full blown MOPS group meeting every other week/2x's per month. The first meeting is going to be March 19, Wed, at 9am. Let me know if you want more info and I'll email you. My email is ____@____.com.

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