Real Stories & Progress

Long before a child puts a sentence together, the way they play tells a detailed story about where their language is — and where it’s heading.

Not every quiet toddler has a speech disorder — but some signs go beyond “he’ll catch up” territory and deserve a closer look.

Childhood apraxia of speech makes it hard for a child to say sounds and words consistently, even when they know exactly what they want to say. Here’s what it looks like, how it’s diagnosed, and what progress can look like with the right support.