Episode Overview 

Is your toddler simply a late talker, or is something more going on? In this episode of Angel’s Awesome Minds, we break down the key differences between speech delay and autism so parents and caregivers can act with confidence and get help sooner rather than later.

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Key Takeaways 

• Milestone checkpoints: babbling (~12 mo), 10+ words (~18 mo), two‑word phrases (~24 mo), short sentences (by age 3).
  
  

• Immediate red flags: no single words by 16 mo, no two‑word phrases by 24 mo, any loss of language or social skills at any age.
  
  

• Treatment paths: targeted speech therapy for delays; multidisciplinary plans (ABA, OT, social‑skills groups) if autism is diagnosed.
  
  

• Home strategies: songs, picture books, and play routines that strengthen communication every day.
  
  

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