My son is 3 and doesn't walk or talk.. anyone have any ideas what could be wrong??
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Take him to a Specialist at a LEADING UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL.... My son wasn't diagnosed with Autism till he was 6 . He did not speak till he was 5 but then he was using words that a college student would use ... I know I would be worried about the not walking thing because that could mean that the problem is nuerological in nature. RUN to a Teaching Hospital... I know of 2 that I can think of that are excellant... Riley Childrens Hospital, Indianapolis , Indiana. + Childrens hospital in Columbus, Ohio. Good Luck and May GOD bless your Family!
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possibly autism
find new doctors, maybe hes autistic or have a developmental problem, but you need to get new doctors cause those that you have dont know jack s*** if there telling you they dont know
it could be a form of cerebral palsy
are you encourging him to grow up or stay an infant. Call a dr
i don't know but that seems crazy. i would consult with more doctors.
my godson who is turning 3 didn't talk either .. but we enrolled him into daycare because doctor's were concern he didnt' get enough socialization because he was an only child and didn't play amongst kids his age.. so maybe you should try that maybe he needs socialization too..but good luck!
Take him to a developmental pediatrician. They know FAR more than anyone on Y!Answers.
(I know that because my mom IS one!)
Well....Einstein did not speak until he was four,so,it may just be he will talk when he has something to say.Now,on a more serious note,i would have him checked for Autism.This might be a symptom and perhaps you might want to go online to the several web sites and get information.
Gosh, that's a tough one. Are you letting him stay in a walker or stationary play seat? If so, this may explain why he isn't walking yet. If you aren't already doing this, make sure to give your son plenty of time on the floor (on a rug or something) and also hold his hands and try to help him learn.
If you have been trying to teach him to walk and talk, and it's not working, go to another hospital for a second opinion. You may even suggest that they run tests just to be safe.
HI THERE, MY GRAND SON IS 3 AND PRETTY MUCH JUST STARTED WALKING. HE IS IN SPECIAL SPEECH CLASSES WHICH IS HELPING HIM TREMENDOUSLY WITH WORDS AND PUTTING THEM TOGETHER. CHECK YOUR COMMUNITY TO SEE IF THEY OFFER SUC CLASSES. AND JUST KEEP WORKING WITH HIM ON THE WALKING. HE MAY JUST BE LAZY WANTING TO BE CARRIED. I'D NOT WORRY BOUT THAT. HOPE TIS HELPED. GOOD LUCK
PS, HE IS ALMOST 4 NOW AND DOING SO MUCH BETTER.
Honey...don't worry so much...everyone has their own time to do things...let him take his time...
try not to "figure out" what he wants...
meaning , if he wants juice...let him ask you for it...instead of running to the fridge the minute he cries...
talk to him read for him....
avoid the TV...
let him spend time with other kids too
- socialize...(very important)
and patience...you've waited 9 months...before you know, you will be begging him to be quiet..haha! take care.
This situation is really alarming for parents. as early as 10 months babies learn to grasp walking. by 2 years old babies should be able to talk some 2 syllable words such as mama, papa, dada, etc.
There could be some complications or other related illness that the child is experiencing, which hampers his development. Just a piece of advise, change your pedia, its kinda fussy knowing that your doctor cant figure out wants your child problem.
Ill be hoping for your child wellness and God bless you.
something i have been told on more than a few ocassions (possibly just a theory) is that the smartest people wait to walk and talk up untill the extreme of 5. Don't immediately assume that its a physical problem. He could end up being the next einstein.
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Can't remember, i did read it somewhere and also had some of the docs at central dupage hospital in IL tell me something about this.
several answers here, I hope 1 helps:
Have you tried "Simon sais talk..."?
Is he on a union break?
Tried to tell him the illegal immigrant protest was months ago?
Taylor Hicks win on American Idol has had that effect on others.
Does your boy have a doilie and a lamp on his head?
IS HE DEAF?
IS HE DEAF?
just seeing if he is paying attention.
is he alive?
any concern that you are asking online people and not another dr?
how much time do you spend with him? if you talk baby talk that's what they learn. if your all tied up with other stuff how can he make the necessary brain connections. most times I've seen this that's what it is . unless there is a real physiological problem. the only way to tell is to consult a doctor
Could be autism or celebral palsy.
mabey he his lazy but take him to the doctor so they can tell you whats wrong with him let be with other kids his age are you sure he is not deaf does he at least try to walk or talk put hin in walker or something so he can hold up and walk
I don't know. You REALLY need to talk to your doctors and get THEM to find the root to your problem!
what does he do?? is there an awareness to what going on... do you have reactions to stimulation..can't really answer that one with out details..
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my son just 4 about 2 weeks ago and he still does not talk the way he is supposed to our doctor said that he is just having some delay-es but would grow out of it. we take him to a speech teacher at the local hospital and she has done wonders with him , i was so scared that my little one would never talk. their is a special hospital in st.Louis Missouri that helps with kids and some times you don't have to pay ..
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i have had this problem to but just the talking part.
TALK TO YOUR DOCTOR. SOMETIMES IN YOUR AREA THEY OFFER FREE DEVELOPMENTAL ASSESMENTS OF CHILDREN THAT ARE DONE BY CERTIFIED NURSES. THEY WILL THEN RECOMMENT WHAT COURSE OF ACTION TO TAKE.
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