Any 11 month olds talking yet?

Neha - posted on 06/26/2012

hi Leslie

My daughter sounds similar?when did your LO start? Would like to hear from you.
Tk care

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Brittany - posted on 01/14/2010

my son will be a yr old the 29th of this month and he says mama dada bubba duck this & that... thats pretty much it... now my 18 month old SS is only saying mama dada and ball... is that normal?

Brittany - posted on 01/14/2010

my son will be a yr old the 29th of this month and he says mama dada bubba duck this & that... thats pretty much it... now my 18 month old SS is only saying mama dada and ball... is that normal?

Catherine - posted on 01/12/2010

My son is also saying only 5-6 words. That's completely normal. My daughter who is now 16 years old and currently holding a 4.0 in her freshman year of college was saying much more by this age, And yet my 20 year old daughter who is also in college could not be understood until she was 4 years old. Every child is different, but if you have any concerns, talk with your pediatrician.

Marcia - posted on 01/09/2010

I left this to somepne else asking about what words our baby uses.



Hi Kelley



Aaron can say :- Mom, mommy, momma, daddy, dad, dada, nana, nanny, juice, do, don't, uh-oh when he's done a poo or dropped a toy, now, soon, dog, ta,yes, please, no, bye, bye-bye, there, bar (when you ask him what a sheep does), mooo, woof-woof (copying next doors dogs), door, ouch, car, bab, baba, baby, hair, hat, shoes, lub (love), lub-u(love you), apple, poo-poo, hot, able (table), purple and this week he's started saying his own name, but he says Aawoo. He can also say some of the alphabet a-f then he's silent while you do the rest and then says J, M, and N when you say them. With numbers he can say 2 and 8 but he's a lil confused because he says 2 but holds up 1 finger :-) bless.



The sentances he says are :- Hi dada, I do, and I don't. And he can hear perfectly as can we, but we taught him sign language as it speeds up learning process. I started him off signing for milk at 4 months and he understood it at 5 months, I'd ask if he wanted milk while signing for it and he'd lift up my top and pull at my bra. He started signing for it himself at 6 months. Now he can also sign saying:- more, nappy, eat he started doing on New years day, and hungry, cold, and yesterday he started doing hot. Today's new word he said was blue.



I start showing him things, and then show hubby what he understands, so he's aware and doing the same things with him, or we both sit and read things and explain things while we're playing on the floor with him. Yesterday he was dancing to Mickymouse club house and was la-la-laring which he's never done before, and realised he was singing when he was saying dar dar dar la la la dadadodo lar. lol was too cute.



It's so much fun. Enjoy the learning curve, because it's so cute and lovely hearing 'their' versions of our words and seeing the emphasis and concentration on their face is adorable :-) .

Mary - posted on 01/08/2010

15 to 20 wwords?? WoW! The doctoro asked iof Joseph was saying any words yet and I told him he says "hi" anmd "at" (which he says when p[oinmtiong at the cat so we think he is trying to say cat). I asked him if he should be saying more and he said tjhat most babies at this age say two words, Mama and dadda. So Joseph was ahead of the game:) Your baby is right where he is ready to be.

Shelley - posted on 01/08/2010

i dont think theres anything wrong with that, my little girl will be a year old on jan 27th and she only says words like mama, dada, Andrew, doggie, and hello

Marcia - posted on 01/08/2010

To Rebecca Malet

I wouldn't worry about your lirrle one learning 3 languages. It'll probably be easier than you think. But the best way I'd do it, is show him the object or word, and saw it to him in all three languages, and repeat it pointing to the object. Then the same when learning sentances. I'm thinking back to what my French teacher said at school. It's one of the best ways to teach more than one at the same time.

Good luck.

Misty - posted on 01/08/2010

My almost 12 month old says mamma dadda and bye and THATS it, so you are not alone

Marcia - posted on 01/08/2010

I'm not really sure what the normal speed is, but our son's been talking since he was 4 months old. His first words were hello and mom, mama he said the most and mommy. He didn't say dada till he was 6 months old to my hubby's dismay. Now he's starting to put things into sentances, but I think it's partly due to us talking to him from the moment I knew his ears were fully developed in the womb. I made sure everything I did, I told him so he'd always hear different things. And hubby would chat to him for ages telling him about his day when he came in from work, and asking him what he and mommy got up to. Aaron's was saying 'Hi dada' by 7 months, and now answeres 'I do' or 'I don't' when you ask him a question, as well the normal yes and no. He's a fully hearing child but we taught him sign language as well; as that helps to speed up the learning process, so he can sign quite a few things as well but understands more than he can sign at the momemen but he's trying. Sometimes when he's being lazy he'll sign for what he wants and points. Other times, he'll ask for it while signing depending on his mood. Speak to your health visitor see what she thinks, but it helps to read to your baby alot and show him different words, or jsut explaining what you're doing. I'd watch out though, seems like you have an observer on your hands. Taking it all in, and then when he's talking properly, I bet you won't be able to keep him quite as he's on the quite side now...lol.

Christine - posted on 01/08/2010

Every child develops differently, it will do you no good to compare you to the exceptional children saying 15-20 words, except make you a worry-wart like me. :) I spent the first few months of my daughter's life comparing her to my neice who is 8 days older than her. I got a lecture from my doctor. Although my child is saying about 5-10, my neice who is the same age is saying 3-4. The doctor says that 3 words is the norm for a 1 year old. You have nothing to worry about! Just let your son develop how he wants...he is right where he needs to be! :) Good luck with the many happy developments and years to come! :)

Tracey - posted on 01/08/2010

3 - 5 words by 1 year is normal. Just keep naming objects for your child. E.g. look at that car. My son is almost a year and just says mamma, dada, baba and "kyk daar" in afrikaans!!

Jenn - posted on 01/07/2010

mine will be one on 1/20 and he says a couple words clearly, dada & dog most frequently, teetee (for sissy) & mama only when he's crying to get out of his crib~ lol. sometimes he'll repeat some words almost perfectly when said around him, then go back to babbling. i've been teaching him sign language too & that has really enabled him to communicate alot more than just talking alone :) he signs (& understands) several animals, brush teeth, change (diaper). Its amazing the knowledge that these little ones can retain already!!!

Melissa - posted on 01/07/2010

No way, that's not normal for an 11 mo. old to be talking. Don't worry about it, he'll be talking when he's supposed to. My 11 mo. old is in the same place as yours. He just makes sounds.

Rebecca Lynn - posted on 01/07/2010

Ashley will be 1yr in 12 days and she says, Mama, Dada, Nana, Nanny, Nigh Nigh (Bed) Bubuh (bottle) and caca lmao

HEIDI - posted on 01/07/2010

My son still only says Dada. I think they all develop differently. He started walking at 9 1/2 months but doesn't want to talk.

Rebecca - posted on 01/04/2010

I can't believe how many of your babies talk! hehe! It's so cute. I never really worried too much about it until now, as I can see virtually all of the babies here say more than 2 words. My little boy who'll be 1 year old next week only says dada and va va (think it's for granny), ra ra (possibly me)...we speak 3 different languages at home though so it worries me that it's going to be hard for him to pick things up easily. Some say it's a fab thing, others say it must be confusing! lol. Other than these words he mutters other things but that's about it. He's starting to walk, crawls really fast, claps, imitates movements from a song I sing to him and also kisses you. He laughs quite a bit too:) He can copy things that you do too (clapping, scrunching your nose up and sniffing - so cute! and sucking your cheeks in - also very cute! lol

I think it's different for all children really...but I can understand why it must worry some parents too...it's so hard to notice any warning signs at this age.

Yolanda - posted on 01/03/2010

xavier just said dada for the 1st time 2 days ago,but he said mama about 2 months ago,thats the only words he is saying so far.

Amie - posted on 12/30/2009

that is just terrible I could never think of smacking an 1 year old ever in my opinion that's abuse. These little people can not know the concerquences of their actions they are just babies... I have a 7 year old who does get the odd smack on the hand when being naughty but my 2 and 11 month old there is no way i would expect them to know the difference between being good or being naughty.i also do not want my child to fear me I'm their mother some one that they can feel safe around... With my three boys i respect them and as a result they inturn respect me... I have never had a trantrum while out shopping they are well behaved.... time to time they will challenge me what child wouldn't and there are times that what i say goes no matter how they object so I use the counting method i count to 5 and by the time i get to 5 they are doing what they are told... Children are little people and not slaves... children are not here to do as Adults want them to do they are here for us to love them and to guide them to become the best adult that they can be..... I'm deeply offended by the smacking comment if any one hits my children they better look out cause i will hit them back lets just see how they like it.

Chrissy - posted on 12/29/2009

What I was trying to say was you need to be careful sometimes of what you say to people. You have no idea who you just gave your advice to “Trust me, the nice whacks work! If you find they aren't, whack a little harder until it does. Each child has their own tolerance level/stubbornness level. A father/mother who does not discipline their child does not love their child. It is real love when you love them enough to do the hard things for their good." Not all of the people are necessarily going to be able to distinguish between ok spanking and what's too much. I have had no issues with abuse; my parents were/are very supportive loving people. My father is, by the way, a retired priest of 35 years. I was raised in the church and it has remained a constant in my life. I don't have a problem with you, never said I did, I just felt that what you said could give someone the permission they felt they needed to possibly end up hurting their child. I normally don't respond to things like this, but being around so many people that don't know the difference, good intentions or not, it is just better to err on the side of caution with this issue. I am not personally against spanking in general, just against encouraging total strangers to essentially whack their child harder until they get the point.. That can lead to child abuse! That is all I was trying to say. Seriously we could go round and round here and I could quote scripture back and forth with you, I really don't think we will ever have a meeting of the minds here. Anyhow.... Lets all get back to the original reason for this post please. A few words are perfectly fine. There is a milestone chart on babycenter.com that's really informative. Sorry everyone for the back and forth and veering off subject. I won't post again in this thread to hopefully kill any more possible bickering.

Romesa - posted on 12/29/2009

I understand that some people don't like the idea of spanking or even popping the hand of their child to get them to behave. Everyone is entitled to their own opinion about it. All I did was share what the word of God says about rearing children. If you and others have found ways around what God said to do and get the same desired result, then, that is good for you. What I was hearing though from moms was that the tantrums continue, they are spent and sometimes have to leave the room and simply put their kid in a pack-in-play, away from the temptation. They WEREN'T seeing any change and were counting down the days where that stage of development ended.

Your comparing what I said to abuse or the "stages" from taking one pop on hand and it leading to beating a child is ridiculous. Many people cannot tell the difference between abuse and loving discipline. Most of them have been abused as children and just won't go there themselves because all they know is abuse and have never been taught how to lovingly discipline. Perhaps you forgot that I mentioned that the parent should always been in control of themselves (never spank in anger). An abusive person is out of control and should not be allowed to touch a child. Ever. You clearly have had issues before with abuse, so, there is no point to trying to explain to you the difference. Your problem is with God, not me. I just told you what He says. I think you may be in need of some healing in your life. But if you weren't ever abused and you just don't want to punish with corporal punishment, that is your right as a parent. All I'm saying is, if it works at all, it will take longer. Many children grow up, never been spanked and are kind, curtious and contribute to society as adults. My opinion, according to what scripture says, is, that their childhood could have been more pleasant for everyone that had to be around them, had they been spanked when they needed it. This whole culture has just recently seen spanking of any kind as abusive and just look at the higher rate of crime and disrespect for authority that we see with our young people. We took prayer out of schools, God out of our government and parents are now crucified for obeying what God says to do in rearing their children. If you really work for a Christian agency, you might want to open your Bible and see what it says. If you are counselling parents who have anger issues and have proven to be abusive to their children, then, by all means teach them the time out secrets! But, for the rest of sane parents who don't get their kicks out of abusing our little ones, simply following what God instructs us to do, there is absolutely nothing wrong with it and we would be sinning to disobey what it says to do. So, do what you will, I will serve the Lord.

Chrissy - posted on 12/28/2009

Quoting Romesa:

Around year one, their personalities, likes/dislikes, and sinful natures become more evident. Children, kinda like pets (although they aren't), know two things... pleasure and pain. If you do not nip these tantrums in the bud, they will continue and get worse. I understand at 11 months, a full blown spanking is inappropriate. But, a nice whack one time on the leg or hand is enough to get their attention, possibly a tear or two, and a change in their behavior. But it must be more than a tap. You have to (even though it is hard to do) give them something to dread if they disobey. There HAS to be a consequence bad enough to keep them from doing what you have told them not to do. Simply taking them away from the temptation is not teaching them obedience. Like the saying goes, "You can make a child sit down, but they will be standing up in their heart" You want their heart to also obey you! For example, if you never made your child come to you when you called them, what would you do if you found them in the middle of the street and a car was coming and worse, you were too far away to run and snatch them up before getting run over??? You would NEED them to think "mommy called me. I MUST go to her, or I will get whacked!" What we all need as parents is to teach our children that there are painful consequences to disobedience, it could save their life one day! It is hard to do, causing them pain, but what would you rather have? A spoiled child that screams and pitches a fit that you can't take into public? Or a calm child that listens and then obeys you when you speak? The Bible says that foolishness is bound up in the heart of a child and discipline drives it out! Also, spare the rod (not the time out) spoil the child. All time out does is prevent them from going to that thing they want, making them more mad. Who fears having to sit in another area of the room? Nobody. Who wants to avoid physical pain? Everybody. God knows what works and He has made it clear in His word. We are wise to follow it. But when you discipline, be in control of yourself and do it in love after you have clearly and firmly explained to your child why they are getting it. They will thank you later. I have an 18 year old, 3 year old and an 11 month old. Trust me, the nice whacks work! If you find they aren't, whack a little harder until it does. Each child has their own tolerance level/stubborness level. A father/mother who does not discipline their child does not love their child. It is real love when you love them enough to do the hard things for their good.

I know that some cultures see things really different in terms a rearing a child so yours might fall into this category, but I had to respond to this post, mainly to the last part where she says " Trust me, the nice whacks work! If you find they aren't, whack a little harder until it does. Each child has their own tolerance level/stubbornness level. A father/mother who does not discipline their child does not love their child. It is real love when you love them enough to do the hard things for their good." In my line of work, Christian social service agency for the prevention of child abuse, we specifically help to educate parents in how to discipline your child with out corporal punishment.  A few things a person really needs to keep in mind when teaching your child their limits and when they've done something wrong, there is always an alternative to spanking or hitting a child that DOES work.  As a parent it is your responsibility to find out what does work with your child since every child is different.  The idea here is no hitting of any kind is appropriate because when you think in terms of someone who has an alcohol problem, a little drink (one spank) could lead to another drink (a harder spank) to another drink (even harder spank) to another drink (whipping the child)  to another drink (beating the child) and so on....  I love my child..a lot.... For me, I will find an alternative to hitting her.  I have four sisters and all of them have found ways to discipline their children w/o hitting and all my nieces and nephews have turned out very well and are very happy children/adults.

Chrissy - posted on 12/28/2009

From all the stuff I read a few words is normal. I was really surprised when Clara started picking up all kinds of words at 10-11 months. She can say mama, dada, upy (for up), pappy (paternal grandfather), nanna (paternal grandmother) puppy, cappi (our cat), kiddy (kitty), Hi, Hello, bye bye, uh oh, yay, baby, yum, num num (when she wants food or to be breastfed), she's trying to say thank you (the k is very soft), what's that (says it all together and without the t in what, "whasthat"), and nigh nigh (for night night. I taught her the nigh nigh whenever we were going to bed I would say that). A lot of the words if you noticed are very similar in sound so I think that really helped her with learning all those words. I didn't say as many words when I was her age, but apparently her daddy started talking early.. Big joke in his family, he started talking early and now can't get him to shut up... lol

Kirstie Nicole - posted on 12/28/2009

Romann-Rhys says mumma and mum, but thats about it, trying to say Nana but not wuite there yet. He says hi and waves hello and goodbye and he bows kisses.... x

Romesa - posted on 12/28/2009

Around year one, their personalities, likes/dislikes, and sinful natures become more evident. Children, kinda like pets (although they aren't), know two things... pleasure and pain. If you do not nip these tantrums in the bud, they will continue and get worse. I understand at 11 months, a full blown spanking is inappropriate. But, a nice whack one time on the leg or hand is enough to get their attention, possibly a tear or two, and a change in their behavior. But it must be more than a tap. You have to (even though it is hard to do) give them something to dread if they disobey. There HAS to be a consequence bad enough to keep them from doing what you have told them not to do. Simply taking them away from the temptation is not teaching them obedience. Like the saying goes, "You can make a child sit down, but they will be standing up in their heart" You want their heart to also obey you! For example, if you never made your child come to you when you called them, what would you do if you found them in the middle of the street and a car was coming and worse, you were too far away to run and snatch them up before getting run over??? You would NEED them to think "mommy called me. I MUST go to her, or I will get whacked!" What we all need as parents is to teach our children that there are painful consequences to disobedience, it could save their life one day! It is hard to do, causing them pain, but what would you rather have? A spoiled child that screams and pitches a fit that you can't take into public? Or a calm child that listens and then obeys you when you speak? The Bible says that foolishness is bound up in the heart of a child and discipline drives it out! Also, spare the rod (not the time out) spoil the child. All time out does is prevent them from going to that thing they want, making them more mad. Who fears having to sit in another area of the room? Nobody. Who wants to avoid physical pain? Everybody. God knows what works and He has made it clear in His word. We are wise to follow it. But when you discipline, be in control of yourself and do it in love after you have clearly and firmly explained to your child why they are getting it. They will thank you later. I have an 18 year old, 3 year old and an 11 month old. Trust me, the nice whacks work! If you find they aren't, whack a little harder until it does. Each child has their own tolerance level/stubborness level. A father/mother who does not discipline their child does not love their child. It is real love when you love them enough to do the hard things for their good.

Calista - posted on 12/27/2009

I won't worry about it. I have a two year old and my daughter is eleven months old. I have fretted since my son started talking that he wasn't saying much. My daugher at eleven months says close to ten words. A lot of it is just repeating what we say. I think with the first one that I just couldn't understand him because he didn't pronounce the words correctly. My daughter pronounces her words the same way he did so it is easier to comprehend what she is saying at this point. Anyways my son just turned two in October and I feel like I can finally really understand what he says. His doctor told me that as long as he understands us, that his speech will come.

Stacie - posted on 12/27/2009

My son is 11 months and he says mama, dada, and tries to say dog but it comes out gog. But he points to the dog and tries to imitate her when he says it. I think that 15 words is a little excessive for 11 months. I think our babies are just fine. Each child is different and my doctor says he is on track. So I wouldn't worry. Your little one seems perfectly normal. :)

Claire - posted on 12/26/2009

my little alex only says mum,dad, baba, and woo-woo for the dog he was 11 months 25th dec but i think every child is diffrent as my 1st was an amazing talker at 18 months and my daughter took a little while longer

Shawnakay - posted on 12/26/2009

My 11 month old son jaden he says mama,dada,teddy,bye he can even shush you,even though he still babbles i can still understand some of the things he is saying. he moves really fast....already he has 8 teeth and can walk without support,he can get off the bed he even knows on and off....i taught him whats on and off by using the light switch in our bathroom.every time we going in i have him turn it on then saying on,when we leaving i have him turn it off. he even knows how to say thank you..how unique

Krystle - posted on 12/26/2009

That's a lot of words for an 11 month old! My daughter says 2 (other than dadadada). She managed to pick up the word turtle and her brothers name (Nicholas), not mom though! Mama and dada are definetely all an 11 month old needs...

Dianne - posted on 12/26/2009

My 11 month boy only says da da, bubba and eye. He waves hi or bye and thats it , he won't say mama! I say it 2 him and he say da da or just moves his mouth with no sound coming out.

Monica - posted on 12/26/2009

I am not sure if it is normal or abnormal. my 11 moth old baby boy also only says mama and once in a while he would say dada he is very talk active but does not says any real words. I have notice that he does understand much more than he can talk. To be honest I am not concern about he not talkingthey say everybaby has his/her own pace to achive milestones.

Natalie - posted on 12/26/2009

Quoting Laura:

Quoting zayra:

Quoting Laura:

My daughter doesn't say anything intelligible yet. She has never really babbled much until recently either. It worries me sometimes because she doesn't seem to make an effort to be interested in communicating. She doesn't wave goodbye or point to things either. She is on point with all of the physical milestones.

i feel the same as much as i try to teach her to wave she only waves when she wants to and its like whatever... shes standing and crawling and walking around the couch and pulls her self up but my daughter doesnt make an effort to talk much when i talk or do anything when i try to teach she likes to do it on her own and the words she says are like out of the blue unless she cries then she says mama but i know what you mean do you think thats ok? she does everything else greatly...

my daughter doesn't imitate anything we try to get her to do- noises, clapping, nothing.  She hasn't even said mama or dada once.  She only makes a gaga sound and she will shriek.  I was told that some kids might not start speaking until 12-18 months but i feel like there is a serious lack of communication effort.

My boy Coby (11 1/2months)doesnt speak either. He kind of has his own little language cause he makes alot of noises but just doesnt open his mouth! He isnt lacking in any other stage of development  but this. I try to speak really clearly to him and he looks at my lips when i do this but his lips dont open! I have given up comparing my son to other babies as i know they all develop in their own good time but it is good to hear that there are other bubs that are staying tight lipped at this age. Hopefully i will get a "mumma" out of him soon, i would even settle for "dadda". We will see how it goes. 

Jodi - posted on 12/25/2009

I believe that all babies develop differently and one should not be compared to the other. My first son, who is now turning 8, for example, was speaking in short sentences by the time he was a year old. My little Ethan, who will be 1 on the 1st of January can only say a few words like 'there', 'ball', 'mama', 'dada', 'boat', 'bath' and then his favourite when I reprimand him for something is 'no, no, no'! So yes, every baby is definately different. My husband gets worried about his vocabulary sometimes and says we need to have it seen to, but I tell him he is just comparing Ethan to his brother at his age, and there is nothing wrong with the way he is talking. The main thing is that he is talking and babbling. If he was not talking at all then there would be a problem. Don't worry about it, and don't listen when other people tell you it is not normal! There is no normal when it comes to babies, each has their own time to do things!

Trisha - posted on 12/24/2009

My 11 month old say a few words momma dadda, ry(which is her sister) shhhh(when someone is sleeping) All done, more.....I think thats it. I think she has words at this point is because we to sign language with her so she signs what she wants but if you say the word with the sign they catch on to the word. Like my daughter rubs her hands together (which is the sign for all done) and now says all done! Just keep talking normal to them and they will start talking soon enough!

Andria - posted on 12/23/2009

I THINK SHE IS DOING JUST FINE!! MY SON IS 11.5 MONTHS OLD AND SAYS NOTHING BUT MAMA, DADA, AND SOMETIMES BYEBYE AND DOGGIE :)

Leticia - posted on 12/23/2009

I think that your baby is on track just fine, some babies are jsut different. My daughter will be 1 on the 12th of Jan. and she can say buh buh (brother), mama, dada, that, kitty kitty, mum mum (food), wah wah (water cup). and i think that's the gist of it. every baby is different.

Kelly - posted on 12/23/2009

my son is saying some words but not loads like 15-20 he just learnt them when he was ready see how he goes :)

Astena - posted on 12/23/2009

i have to say that my son is saying a lot of words and he is 11 months 1 week and i talked to his doctor cause i didn't think that was normal for a baby his age and she said that the more you work with your baby the more they are going to learn and faster...but i cant much my son done everything early crawling at 4 months walking at 9 months and talking now...

Angie - posted on 12/23/2009

My 11 mo. old says mama, dada, hi, and is now trying uh-oh. That's it. No worries for you- just a few words is completely normal.

Rebecca Lynn - posted on 12/23/2009

My 11mo old Ashley says, Mama, Dada, Nana, Nanny, Bubuh(bottle), num num (food) and Nigh nigh which means she is tired.

Hollie - posted on 12/22/2009

My son is just 11 months and he says about 5 words but he talks all the time! :-) everyone is different!

Virginie - posted on 12/22/2009

My boy says "bye-bye", "hi", "dada", "good" and imitates dogs barking and lion roaring ... I'm still waiting for mama!

Christine - posted on 12/22/2009

Quoting Christine:

15 to 20 words is really advanced.. that's not a normal milestone! is your child really active? my early interventionist said that since my son is so mobile that he will either be mobile or talking.. so one aspect will not be as developed. my son says mama and baba.. not dada which his dad is pretty sad about heh.

That's kinda like how my son is.  He started walking at 9 months, and now he's practically running, but he doesn't really have much to say besides "yay!" and "dada", and I'm not sure he actually realizes what the later means.  He seems to understand me well enough, but he doesn't have anything to say beyond excessive babbling.

Alyssa - posted on 12/22/2009

My son is 2 and is just now starting to say quite a few words! Boys are normally slower at development anyway.Another factor is if the other 11 month old babies you are hearing have brothers or sisters in the home. That plays a huge part because they are hearing the other children. 15-20 words at 11 months if fabulous, but its a little out of reach for most kids that age. My 11 month old says mama, dada, ow!, whoa, and Hi. But she hears her older brother saying these things all the time too.

Shelby - posted on 12/22/2009

Kaylee talks a lot. I think only because I work exceptionally hard to get her to talk. She says about 12-15 words like mama, dada, baby, puppy, nana, and paw paw, and bye bye. And she still goo's and gah's and sometimes makes no sense at all. But i think it jsut takes time. Work as much as possible with your baby, and he'll get it eventually.

Karen - posted on 12/22/2009

Every child is diffrent. You dont have nothing to worry about. I hear a lot of people say talk to your baby yes this is true but let me add read ,read ,read. Your baby will enjoy the books and pictures. Just looking through the book and naming the things on the page your baby points at. This will give your child the love of books and it will help build your childs vocab. My 11 month old says mama, dada, bye-bye, up, and uh-oh. He tries to say other thing but the words are not clear.

Wenbi - posted on 12/22/2009

Mine is 11.5 months old, and he has only said "Daddy" in the correct context once. He babbles "dadadad" and "mamama" and everything else in between, but we haven't verified that he connects the sound to the person. I'm not worried. I'm sure he'll talk sooner or later.

Amie - posted on 12/21/2009

well Charlie is only 11 months old and can say Mum, Dad, bub and By and wave at the same time so it's normal for babies only to say a few basic words. i haven't came across a baby that can say more then that yet.

Deanna - posted on 12/21/2009

My 11 month old says mama, dada, uh oh, hey, and hi. And the other day he said whoo hoo but just that one time so far.