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Parents constantly worry about their children. With some helpful information and a bit of patience, they won’t have to worry about their child’s stuttering.

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Stuttering can be frustrating to children. It can block their communication at a time when they want to express everything they see and think to those around them. It can be just as trying to parents, who have to watch their child struggle to speak - and wait for the words to finally come out. But with patience and a bit of helpful information, stuttering can be less of a frustration to both children and parents.

Stuttering is a break in a child’s sentence. It can be a repeated syllable or word, sounding much like a skipping record. Or a child may make no sound at all for certain syllables. Whatever the form, stuttering is common in children, occurring between the ages of two and five. Often caused by a lack of coordination in the facial muscles required for speech, most children will outgrow stuttering as their muscles develop. And as a child’s vocabulary and language skills improve, their confidence will build and stuttering will disappear without the need for professional interference. But until that time comes, parents can do several things to lessen the intensity of their child’s stuttering.

Stress, fatigue and excitement can all trigger stuttering. While it may be impossible to avoid all of the stresses of modern life - and it can be equally impossible to get a toddler to take a nap - try to make your home feel as safe and peaceful as possible. Take the time to have conversations at the dinner table, and monitor your side of the conversation to make sure your speech isn’t rushed. Children often imitate what they hear. Also, try to comment on what your child says, repeating key words to show that you are listening. And maintaining a regular bedtime can never hurt.

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