My son doesnt seem to be learning his words as quickly as his cousin who is 1 month older than him.. any games, videos, etc out there that may help me.
I completely agree with what Haven wrote...I have three boys, 27, 19 and 11. My oldest didn't say a word until he was well over 2. I had him speech therapy and was worried a lot. Every child learns differently and at their own pace. It is difficult not to do but try not to "compare." You will find that your son can do things that his little cousin can't do...
How old is your son? I was just recommended the series "Your Baby Can Read" that comes with videos, books & flash cards that help your children start processing words, not just pictures in their minds. I haven't been able to try it out yet but that might help!
If you are concerned you may want to have him evaluated by a speech therapist to see if there is a problem. If there isn't then you can just let him develop at his own pace. However, if there is a problem you need to address it as early as possible as to not let the situation worsen and lead to long term issues.
It's easier said than done, but it really is important to let your kid develop at her own pace. I know from experience. My son spoke in full, clear sentences by the time he was 16 months. On the other hand, my younger daughter didn't start speaking until well into her 2nd year, and when she did finally start to speak, it was often unclear. We were beginning to get worried. Even her teacher (toddler class) advised having her evaluated, which I thought was unnecessary at first. But I started thinking terrible thoughts about how negligent I'd be if I didn't get my child help if she needed it. So I had her evaluated, but, in the end, she scored in the average range and therefore didn't qualify for speech. Two years later, with no intervention, she talks all day and night, has a vibrant vocabulary and speaks very clearly! In retrospect, I wish I hadn't worried. It's very clear to me now that each child will develop at his or her own speed. Just keep talking and reading to your daughter. She might really surprise you one day.
I had something similar with my daughter. In the end a speech therapist told us to just make her say her words. Don't let her get by with mumbling or grunting. Help her verbalize them.
