Pausing and giving them time to respond is what is the duty of a parent. A child who doesn't want to talk much, asks them questions, why, what and when things, in order to make them reply.

Some parents are so afraid about their child’s development. As there are certain criteria for the development of speech, if a child is a little late to make it, that creates tension in parents. But the problem and the solution behind the thing is the parents itself. Get your child enough time to respond, if they are a little late, give them a hand and support them while speaking.

If the child wishes to say something but is trying hard to express it, appreciate their effort and ask them to say it again in a gentle way. That makes them super confident and puts more effort on it.

Every child has a way, they are unique to one another.

Let them speak, give them the chance to express themselves. A single smile is also an act of engagement.

But don't hesitate to take them to a professional therapist even after several tries.

Let them speak and express with confidence.