Reduce your own speaking rate.
It is common to hear parents and other adults tell children who stutter to “slow down
.” Although well-intentioned, this statement can cause children to become more frustrated because stuttering is not that simple! However, it can help model an unhurried conversational style.
Reduce the number of questions you ask in rapid succession.
When reading or playing with your child, it is easy to step into the role of “teacher” and unintentionally pepper him with questions to test his knowledge. An alternative interaction style involves using a more balanced balance of comments and questions. This reduces the demand for quick and accurate answers from the child.
Instead of constantly questioning, try making statements that start with “I think” or “I wonder” as a conversation prompt. On another note, make comments that might prompt your child to spontaneously share details. For example, “What did you have for snack?” Instead of asking. You might say, “I had an apple for a snack.”
Follow the child's lead in the game.
Following your child's lead helps reduce the amount of verbal instructions and questioning during play. Let the child guide and support play by maintaining good eye contact and providing encouragement and praise to help increase confidence.
Simplify the language you use
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Children often imitate the grammar and vocabulary used by their parents. Reducing the complexity of your language (grammar, vocabulary, sentence length) when communicating with your child creates a less demanding conversation environment.
Taking into consideration the suggestions mentioned above will make your communication with your child healthier. will make it happen. However, the most important thing to remember is to consult an expert on the subject before waiting for your stuttering to go away on its own.
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