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Speech Therapist In Owerri Needed For My Son by Callmemike(m): 7:08pm On Mar 06, 2018 |
I will try to be very brief. My son is some months shy of 4 years old. However he has not started talking. When he was almost 2 years we took him to FMC owerri for examination. The result said he was ok. Unsatisfied we went after some months. They referred us to the International Speech and Hearing Centre Enugu. There the result was that his hearing is limited. They said we should come for a reevaluation when he is past 3 years to see if his hearing has improved or if he needs a hearing aid. But we were advised to enroll him into a school to increase his interactions. The problem with this then was his repeated bouts of illness after each two weeks in school. We tried homeschooling him for a term and half afterwards. This term we have enrolled him into a new, regular school and he has adapted just fine. Between this period, we have visited other hospitals for evaluation and they said it is ok. That he is just a late developer. We just went for a reevaluation and they said he does not need a hearing aid and that his hearing is very OK now. They recommended a professional speech therapist to help him pronounce words, since all he does is just babbles. He captures things fast and can act out a full cartoon movie. So please if any info is available about a speech therapist in Owerri, it will be appreciated. Other advices are also welcome. Mods, please help me push this to the front page. A child needs your help and i believe in your epatant care. Thank you 17 Likes 5 Shares |
Re: Speech Therapist In Owerri Needed For My Son by ipobarecriminals: 7:36pm On Mar 06, 2018 |
There is one ENT hospital in Enugu can't remember the location/ address. U dnt need to entertain fear about ur lil angel situation. Since d doctors confirmed him ok,no cause for alarm least y fall into the trap of rat killers doc.Urs is to train him.He is good.Nothing do him 17 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Speech Therapist In Owerri Needed For My Son by Callmemike(m): 8:21pm On Mar 06, 2018 |
Thanks a lot for the optimism. We need it. Moreso he hears commands and carries out instructions. He is a sweet kid. Just his speech is lacking 20 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Speech Therapist In Owerri Needed For My Son by ipobarecriminals: 8:27pm On Mar 06, 2018 |
dat speech isn't a big deal.U can train him urself.U dnt need to rush him,just exercise patience. 8 Likes |
Re: Speech Therapist In Owerri Needed For My Son by Callmemike(m): 8:42pm On Mar 06, 2018 |
Sure. Am on it too 1 Like |
Re: Speech Therapist In Owerri Needed For My Son by ipobarecriminals: 8:52pm On Mar 06, 2018 |
Go buy him CD on alphabetical pronunciation. the English. type..Abeg,make sure u follow him watch it.u can also buy him kid lappy.All will be well 6 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Speech Therapist In Owerri Needed For My Son by Callmemike(m): 8:56pm On Mar 06, 2018 |
ipobarecriminals: yes. I have that. I use it to teach him. Lappy? Am considering it. More cos he does not allow my lappy to rest . And he uses it well too 1 Like |
Re: Speech Therapist In Owerri Needed For My Son by Narldon: 9:04pm On Mar 06, 2018 |
Speech delay, also known as alalia, refers to a delay in the development or use of the mechanisms that produce speech. Causes At times, speech delay and impairment is caused by a physical disruption in the mouth such as a deformed frenulum, lips, or palate. Autism spectrum disorders, childhood apraxia, Auditory processing disorder, prematurity, cognitive impairment and hearing loss Therapy Reading to the child regularly Use of questions and simple, clear language Positive reinforcement in addition to patience Music therapy For children that are suffering from physical disorder that is causing difficulty forming and pronouncing words, parents and caregivers suggest using and introducing different food textures to exercise and build jaw muscles while promoting new movements of the jaw while chewing. There are several factors that contribute in their speech such as: Waiting until the child has finished speaking Refraining from excessive correction and from disproportionate emphasis on correction (lest the child's desire to avoid correction lead him/her to simply shut down speech-production efforts as a crude means of avoiding error generation) Providing praise when warranted Approaching the child as a communicator partner Being an appropriate speaking model Exposing the child to literature Limiting exposure to television, especially during efforts at parent-child communication Asking questions Repeating words Providing explanations and drawing conclusions 28 Likes 4 Shares |
Re: Speech Therapist In Owerri Needed For My Son by ipobarecriminals: 9:05pm On Mar 06, 2018 |
![]() Callmemike: ![]() Callmemike:Good.kids enjoy watching such edu cartoon. Just buy diff type and let him sing along..May God perfect all dat concern him 13 Likes |
Re: Speech Therapist In Owerri Needed For My Son by Lomprico2: 9:05pm On Mar 06, 2018 |
Callmemike: You r very sound in english language. 18 Likes |
Re: Speech Therapist In Owerri Needed For My Son by Lanrelorry: 9:07pm On Mar 06, 2018 |
This might be helpful as well. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VgQdTgpx7u4&feature=youtu.be 1 Like |
Re: Speech Therapist In Owerri Needed For My Son by omojeesu(m): 9:07pm On Mar 06, 2018 |
Callmemike: Boost his glutathione levels. Google glutathione with speech problem. May be it will work. 1 Like |
Re: Speech Therapist In Owerri Needed For My Son by dfrost: 9:08pm On Mar 06, 2018 |
Between this period, we have visited other hospitals for evaluation and they said it is ok. That he is just a late developer. Did you ask why he is a late developer? 1 Like |
Re: Speech Therapist In Owerri Needed For My Son by ipobarecriminals: 9:09pm On Mar 06, 2018 |
![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() mayowascholar: ![]() mayowascholar:He nor get phone,Nah his neighbor phone he dey use type here.Tell him ur solution here so dat oda go learn. No to ONE CORNER chat 19 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Speech Therapist In Owerri Needed For My Son by Mrkumareze(m): 9:10pm On Mar 06, 2018 |
Be calm, it's a matter of the right time. You don't necessarily need to spend money getting a speech instructor, kids learn from the environment. Make sure he or she goes to sch then Watch n see the sudden change 2 Likes |
Re: Speech Therapist In Owerri Needed For My Son by Callmemike(m): 9:10pm On Mar 06, 2018 |
RevJamez: A speech therapist is a trained expert that specializes in speech issues. Sure we read to him, talk to him and all, yet we are open to professional help that can help him. 27 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Speech Therapist In Owerri Needed For My Son by DSDLIVEREPORT: 9:11pm On Mar 06, 2018 |
Why can't at least a state have at least one ENT hospital each. Sad indeed. Thought since Mr President travelled for his own treatment; Federal hospitals will at least be empowered in that regard 3 Likes 3 Shares |
Re: Speech Therapist In Owerri Needed For My Son by jashar(f): 9:11pm On Mar 06, 2018 |
May you find the help you seek. 2 Likes |
Re: Speech Therapist In Owerri Needed For My Son by ifyalways(f): 9:12pm On Mar 06, 2018 |
Know one but unfortunately he's in Lagos. 1 Like |
Re: Speech Therapist In Owerri Needed For My Son by rchilee: 9:12pm On Mar 06, 2018 |
RevJamez: what are you saying? 23 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Speech Therapist In Owerri Needed For My Son by Callmemike(m): 9:12pm On Mar 06, 2018 |
mayowascholar:What do u offer please? |
Re: Speech Therapist In Owerri Needed For My Son by Rokafela(m): 9:13pm On Mar 06, 2018 |
My son is 5 years old and he doesn't speak either. He has been diagnosed as Autistic have a look at this link: https://www.google.co.uk/urlsa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=8&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0ahUKEwiJjIGXwNjZAhVKW8AKHTUJAhsQFgh4MAc&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.autism.org.uk%2Fabout%2Fwhat-is.aspx&usg=AOvVaw2aK5ijU0vgMohHR4kwOuOQ and see whether it is helpful. ASD generally effects our ability to socialise and communicate. There isn't enough support in Nigeria so you will have to do everything yourself. Trust me people with ASD are superhuman with the right support your child will be great 4 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Speech Therapist In Owerri Needed For My Son by Lildoks(m): 9:13pm On Mar 06, 2018 |
RevJamez:Someone really needs a pysch eval 28 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Speech Therapist In Owerri Needed For My Son by LuckyLadolce(m): 9:13pm On Mar 06, 2018 |
Callmemike:just be patient and train him yourself. My nephew who is now a big boy was once like that. In fact, his own case was all round, he was slow in everything. Crawling, walking and talking and we didn't even do all this things you doing but in the end he caught up with his mate and even surpassed them. You have work to do yourself... do train him yourself while you're in search of an ENT. All the best! Tell your baby I Love him. 11 Likes |
Re: Speech Therapist In Owerri Needed For My Son by Callmemike(m): 9:14pm On Mar 06, 2018 |
Lomprico2:Thank you 2 Likes |
Re: Speech Therapist In Owerri Needed For My Son by Pavore9: 9:14pm On Mar 06, 2018 |
ipobarecriminals: Speech is a big deal. The earlier he gets a speech therapist for his son, the better. It is risky to gamble with a Neuro-developmental disorder. 11 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Speech Therapist In Owerri Needed For My Son by Mariangeles(f): 9:14pm On Mar 06, 2018 |
Callmemike:Could he be autistic...? They sometimes exhibit special abilities while lacking in some other areas... |
Re: Speech Therapist In Owerri Needed For My Son by Inspire01: 9:15pm On Mar 06, 2018 |
My niece has exactly the same issue as described by the op. She is almost 4 years old now 2 Likes |
Re: Speech Therapist In Owerri Needed For My Son by lawalosky(m): 9:15pm On Mar 06, 2018 |
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Re: Speech Therapist In Owerri Needed For My Son by FarahAideed: 9:15pm On Mar 06, 2018 |
You have a genius brewing in your house..do u stay in lagos 5 Likes |
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