An SLP mom explains language milestones 12–24 months, what counts as a red flag, and simple, everyday strategies to boost speech—without overwhelm. Trust your gut, learn what to watch for, and get doable next steps. Worried about words, pointing, or whether your toddler is “on time”? In this Doing It All(ish) episode, Morgan (SLP + mom of 3) breaks down early language development in plain English—what’s typical, what deserves a closer look, and simple things you can do at home without adding another to-do list. We cover: 12 months: babbling, responding to name, gestures (why “16 by 16” matters) 18 months: first 10+ words, imitating, following simple directions 24 months: ~50 words, 2-word combos, being understood by family When to trust your gut and seek an evaluation (and how early intervention works) Easy, everyday strategies: parenteese (tone), observe & pause, narrating routines, and playful imitation Whether your little one is cruising or you’re seeing some yellow flags, you’ll leave with clarity, next steps, and low-lift tactics you can weave into real life (hello, stairs and snack time). 👉 Grab Morgan’s free month-by-month checklist, and DM us your questions—no alarmism, just support. ✨ Subscribe so you never miss an episode—and if you can take a minute to leave us a review, we’ll be forever grateful! ✨ Connect with us: Christina: https://www.instagram.com/christinacbuchanan/?igsh=eGZvejNmY3VkdmY3#  Morgan https://www.instagram.com/eat.talk.grow/?igsh=MXc4bHh6dXkwcXJ3OQ%3D%3D#