Oral motor skills play a critical role in speech development, helping children produce sounds clearly and effectively. These skills involve the coordination of the lips, tongue, jaw, and cheeks to control speech movements, chewing, and swallowing.
Clear and controlled speech is essential for effective communication. However, some children struggle with speech clarity due to weak breath support, poor voice control, or lack of coordination between breathing and speaking.
Clear speech is essential for effective communication, but some children speak too quickly or mumble, making it difficult for others to understand them. Whether due to excitement, habit, or lack of awareness, rushed or unclear speech can lead to frustration, social challenges, and difficulty being understood at home or in school.
Communication is a vital skill that impacts a child’s ability to express thoughts, interact socially, and succeed academically. While some speech and language delays may resolve on their own, many children benefit greatly from early speech therapy.
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